Tens of thousands of skiers flocked to Czech mountain resorts over the weekend, drawn by clear, warm weather in the highlands despite lowland inversions. The Špindlerův Mlýn resort saw traffic jams as nearly 20,000 visitors arrived, prompting increased ski bus services. Eastern Krkonoše resorts hosted over 20,000 skiers, with 34 kilometers of slopes open. Liberec region resorts reported full parking and record turnout, with resort directors citing the best Christmas skiing conditions in a decade.
