The Ponikva Sports and Recreation Center is located about 20 kilometers north of Kočani, high in the Osogovo Mountains at an altitude of 1,580 meters. It is a popular destination for year-round trips and outdoor recreational activities.

Visitors can enjoy fresh mountain air, dense forests, and rich vegetation, making the area perfect for walking, picnics, and photography. For winter sports enthusiasts, the center offers two ski lifts and a snowboard slope, along with equipment and lighting for night skiing.

The center also provides opportunities for mountain biking, paragliding, and other outdoor activities. Accommodation is available in nearby motels and weekend houses. Close to the center is the Monastery of Saint Basil the Great, where a traditional liturgy is held every year.

Ponikva is an ideal destination for an active outdoor trip, hiking, cycling tours, or simply relaxing in nature with family and friends.