In 2025, Hafjell and Kvitfjell in Norway will host a remarkable eight World Cup races over three weeks – a historic achievement that confirms their status as Scandinavia’s leading alpine destinations. And the best part? The slopes are open to everyone!
Take your whole family skiing in Norway this winter! The season is long, the resorts are wonderful, and the views are impeccable. There is something for everyone! Many of the largest resorts are easily accessible by train or bus and are within reach of airports and ferry terminals.
When visiting a ski destination, with a lack of skiing experience, you would usually consider investing in a ski instructor. Now Visit Norway and the Norwegian ski destinations have mini masterclasses online – and the teachers, they’re all kids.
Did you miss out on your winter vacation in Norway this year? Here is where you can go skiing in Norway this summer – in shorts. Maybe taking a ski trip to one of these ski centers will maybe give you inspiration to plan for the upcoming winter season?
Want to see Scream with a view? The iconic, new Munch Museum is opening this spring. But that is not the only reason why both art lovers and others should visit Oslo this year – now, you can also go skiing even in the summer, and explore one of the world’s most striking libraries.
Skiing season is upon us, and while many Brits go for the down-hill version, the true test of your skiing abilities are only shown through managing the cross-country slide. In Norway there’s a myth about all Norwegians being born with skis on their feet. Do you really need to have Norwegian roots to master skiing? Meet Thom Jones from York, he’s tested the myth.
“When it comes to skiing, Norway has absolutely everything. Those opportunities for skiing in Norway – including the facilities and not least the culture and the people you meet – are what has made me the alpine skier I am today.”
The above quote comes from Norwegian Olympic champion and five-time world champion in alpine skiing Aksel Lund Svindal.
In “Come Follow My Path”, a new skiing vide