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Norway ski holidays are the original home of skiing.
Winter sports, log cabins and Northern Lights – Norway offers magical winter ski experiences.
Why choose to go skiing in Norway?
- The home of skiing and the Northern Lights
- Incredible snow-sure ski holidays
- Ideal for beginners and families
Norway ski holidays are blessed with long seasons and abundant snow, thanks to its northern latitudes. But they’re also so much more than just swooshing down slopes. Ski holidays in Norway also entail skidoo driving, cross-country skiing, and glimpsing the Northern Lights sparkle overhead (if you’re lucky!).
Ski holidays in Norway are ideal for beginners, families and even intermediates. We recommend starting your search with the forest glades of Norway's biggest resort, Trysil.
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KEY INFORMATION
Good to Know
Currency
Norweigan Krone
Language
Norwegian
Travel Time (APPROX)
2 hours
Dublin
Timezone
GMT+2
Norway Ski Areas
Geilo
- Total piste KM: 34
- Snow range: 800m-1178m
- Closest airport: Oslo Airport (OSL)
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Hafjell
- Total piste KM: 44
- Snow range: 195m - 1059m
- Closest airport: Oslo Airport (OSL)
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Hemsedal
- Total piste KM: 44
- Snow range: 620m - 1450m
- Closest airport: Oslo Airport (OSL)
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Trysil
- Total piste KM: 71
- Snow range: 415m - 1100m
- Closest airport: Oslo Airport (OSL)
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Voss
Enjoy 45km of vast, pow-packed terrain at Voss.
- Total piste KM: 45
- Snow range: 284m-964m
- Closest airport: Bergen Airport (BGO)
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Where are the best family ski holidays in Norway?
- Trysil, Voss, and Hafjell are among the best family ski holidays in Norway, with plenty of children’s slopes, expert ski schools, and even fun parks with jumps and rails.
- Geilo family ski trips mean winter sleigh rides and Norway's longest toboggan slope - ideal for non-skiers and tiny tots!
- Gausta family ski holidays allow you to glide down gentle forest-lined pistes, with plenty of greens for little ones.
- Looking for relaxed pistes and ski-in/ski-out convenience? The quiet slopes of Myrkdalen and Beitostolen are ideal.
Where are the best group ski trips in Norway?
- Group ski trips to Norway’s Trysil mean slopes for all abilities. The 360-degree skiing around the fjell is rich in cruisy blues and reds, and with night skiing on offer, the fun never stops.
- Group ski holidays to Norway's Voss or Kvitfjell combine stunning scenery and varied terrain. And while not as pumping as the French Alps, make sure to experience some of the relaxing and cosy bars on offer.
- Cross-country ski groups should head straight to Geilo and Beitostolen. The expansive cross-country terrain and relaxing resorts make this kind of holiday perfect.
Norway ski holidays
Your questions answered by our Norway ski holiday expert
Alexander Blunt (Co-Founder)
Does Norway have good skiing?
Yes! Thanks to its reliable snow record, Norway boasts one of the longest ski seasons in Europe, offering excellent skiing opportunities, especially for families and beginners. We recommend checking out some of Norway’s top resorts, such as Trysil, Hemsedal, and Hafjell, for some of the country’s best downhill slopes and cross-country routes.
When is the best time to book a ski holiday in Norway?
While Norway ski resorts are blessed with longer seasons, the daylight hours are worth considering. The resorts start opening as soon as the snow settles, usually in November. The Norway ski season can then run until as late as May.
Are Norway ski holidays snow-sure?
Yes. Thanks to its northern latitude, Norway enjoys one of Europe’s longest ski seasons and is incredibly snow-sure from November all the way to May.
Is skiing in Norway good for beginners?
Yes! Norway is a fantastic ski destination for beginners, offering wide, quiet slopes, excellent English-speaking ski schools, and incredible family-friendly amenities ideal for first-timers.
What are the best ski holidays in Norway for beginners?
Hafjell is one of Norway’s best ski holidays for beginners. Here, there are easy runs from the top of all lifts and a beginner ski area at the bottom.
First-timers on Norway ski holidays can look forward to wide, quiet and perfectly groomed slopes through beautiful pine forests.
The Norwegian ski resorts of Beitostølen, Voss and Trysil are great as they can be explored almost entirely via easy blue runs. Hemsedal meanwhile is home to a 6km run that’s suitable for beginners and a practice area near the base.
What are the best ski holidays in Norway for advanced skiers?
Trysil is one of Norway’s best holiday destinations for advanced skiers. Those with a passion for the steep stuff will find plenty to carve down, with over 20km of advanced terrain on offer. For the ultimate challenge, take on the Exspert’n 75 piste, with its punchy 45-degree gradient.
Norway ski holidays to Hemsedal offer confident skiers the chance to carve down its selection of forest-lined blacks and reds. And Kvitfjell even has two Olympic-grade pistes that wind through the resort. You can also experience night skiing on one of its black runs.
If getting airborne excites you, be sure to check out Geilo. It has been voted Norway's best snowboard park which comes as no surprise as former X-Games gold medal winner Andreas Håtvedt heads it up.
What are the best ski holidays for off-piste skiing in Norway?
Hemsedal offers some of the best off-piste in Norway, thanks to its steep slopes, ease of access and a vertical drop of 800m. The area is also a great place to explore the wider mountains and try backcountry skiing (away from the resorts) with a mountain guide.
Some of Norway's best off-piste skiing can be found at Gausta. Home to the steep chutes of the Gaustatoppen mountain, it's both challenging and exhilarating.
What are the best ski holidays for snowboarders in Norway?
Trysil snowboarding holidays are great for beginners and intermediates. Mellow terrain and excellent instructors get beginner snowboarders carving with confidence. Wide-open pistes give intermediate snowboarders the space to perfect their carving. And it’s also home to some of Norway's best freestyle parks. The ‘Snow Park Trysil’ is floodlit even at nighttime.
Hemsedal has something for everyone. The big backcountry keeps powderhounds happy, and it’s home to some fantastic freestyle terrain. Throw in the lively apres-ski and nightlife, and it’s a great choice.
For beginners, intermediates and freestyle addicts, Norway snowboarding holidays should be high on your list. However, be mindful of resorts with shallower terrain and lower vertical drops to avoid those pesky flats.
What are the best ski holidays in Norway for ski weekends or short breaks?
Norefjell is just a two-hour transfer from Oslo Airport, making it ideal for ski weekends and short breaks. Another option for enjoying a short ski break in Norway is flying to Bergen. Here you’ll be far closer to some of the more westerly resorts such as Voss.
Is Norway expensive to ski?
Norway can be considered expensive when compared to other European ski destinations, such as Bulgaria, Andorra, and Poland. However, in reality, prices here match those of most resorts in France, Austria, and Italy, with some fantastic deals available if you know where to look outside of peak times, thanks to its exceptionally long ski season and excellent snow reliability.
What are the best Norway ski holidays for après-ski?
Trysil offers a great selection of après bars, with live music and cosy settings a-plenty. Meanwhile, a Norway ski holiday in Hemsedal, with its vibey party atmosphere, gives Alpine après a run for its money.
However, please note: Don’t expect to come to Norway and find the riotous party scenes that you get in the French Alps. The prohibitive costs of alcohol partly curb that. (Wily travellers stock up on duty-free.) That said, most resorts have bars and clubs with live music or karaoke at the base of the slopes, or rustic pubs with tons of atmosphere, serving not just beers and cocktails but also great food.
What are the most popular ski resorts in Norway?
Here are just some of our top ski resorts. To find the perfect one for you, speak to one of our specialists.
Trysil
Trysil, Norway's largest resort, offers diverse terrain and exciting activities like night skiing and dog sledding. With a range of accommodation options, including family-friendly hotels and ski-in-ski-out cabins, it's perfect for families looking for a ski holiday with varied terrain and plenty of fun.
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Hafjell
Hafjell, a hidden gem in Norway, offers a family-friendly skiing experience just 15 minutes north of Lillehammer. With beginner-friendly slopes and extensive snowmaking facilities, conditions are reliable.
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Voss
With options for all skill levels and limitless touring opportunities, Voss is best known for its stunning scenery and accessible terrain.
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Geilo
Geilo, a charming village in Southern Norway, is a picturesque base for skiing adventures with five accessible areas. It also offers a range of non-ski activities, including skidoo driving and cross-country skiing, allowing visitors to experience the diverse offerings of Norway beyond skiing.
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Norefjell
Less than two hours from Oslo is the little resort of Norefjell which offers the irresistible combination of spa relaxation and rather surprisingly epic skiing. Most of the terrain is well suited to beginners and intermediates but the black pistes are some of Norway’s steepest, and there's plenty of off-piste opportunity,
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Beitostolen
Beitostolen, despite its relatively low summit height, offers a season from November to May with uncrowded slopes, stunning views, and welcoming locals. It is perfect for families seeking an alternative to popular French or Austrian resorts.
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