Forest Barista
Experience authentic Norwegian winter magic in Vrådal. Join our snowshoeing tour for traditional campfire coffee and local snacks. Perfect for all skill levels!
About
Join us for an atmospheric winter experience on the mountainside in Vrådal. We’ll strap on our snowshoes and venture into nature to find true peace and quiet. Under the open sky, we light a campfire and brew coffee the traditional way—just the way it’s meant to taste in the great outdoors.
This is an authentic Norwegian experience surrounded by forests, mountains, and crisp winter air—perfect for those who want to enjoy nature and traditional local snacks in beautiful surroundings.
What’s Included
- Refreshments: Steaming fresh campfire coffee and traditional "klinger" (Norwegian sweet lefse).
- Equipment: Snowshoes and warm sitting mats or reindeer skins.
- Transport: We provide transport all the way to the top of the ski resort.
Price: NOK 295,- per person.
Essential Information
- Difficulty: Easy. Full training and instructions are provided at the start—no prior experience is needed.
- Distance: A gentle walk of approximately 500–700 meters from the parking area.
- Clothing: Please wear warm layers (wool and windproof outerwear are highly recommended).
Location
Kviteseidvegen 1698, Straand Hotel, 3853 Vrådal
Practical information
- Winter activities
- Guided tour
- Snowshoeing trip
Kviteseidvegen 1698, Straand Hotel, 3853 Vrådal
59.58188095567466, 8.535365846655854
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