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Discover Svanstul, the snow-sure skiing area just about 25 minutes by car north of Skien. This fantastic mountain region is an ideal destination for everyone who loves cross-country skiing and winter activities. Miles of machine-groomed ski trails await you here, suitable for both families and experienced skiers.

Enjoy a trip through beautiful surroundings like Svanstulflottene, Narefjell, and Ørnenuten. The Svanstul area offers varied trail routes—from family-friendly loops to more challenging tours with fantastic views.

Popular Ski Trails and Tour Routes at Svanstul

Svanstul offers a selection of well-groomed loop trails.

1. The Floodlit Trail (Lysløypa) at Svanstul

  • Length: Approx. 5 km (loop trail).
  • Character: Family-friendly and excellent for training. It has slightly more hills than the Huldreløypa.
  • Lighting: The lights are on until 11:00 PM every night – perfect for evening skiing.
  • Accessibility: Easily reached from the parking lot or as an addition to the Huldreløypa.

2. The Huldreløypa Trail at Svanstul

  • Length: Approx. 8 km (loop trail).
  • Character: Child-friendly and a popular family route.
  • Attractions: Passes the Red Cross cabin and the TTF cabin "Fugleleiken".

3. The Steinbruløypa Trail at Svanstul

  • Length: Approx. 27 km (challenging loop trail). Approx. 20 km from Fugleleiken, and approx. 22.5 km from the parking lot (shortest route).
  • Character: More challenging and demanding, with a fantastic view towards Gaustatoppen. A tour for the experienced skier.

4. The Svanstulflottene Loop

  • Length: Approx. 4.5 km (loop trail on the plateau).
  • Character: A short path to a feeling of open expanse and fantastic views.
  • Alternatives:
    • Short return trip from the parking lot: Approx. 8.8 km.
    • Loop via Huldreløypa: Approx. 12.5 km.

Practical Information for Svanstul

How to Get to Svanstul 

  1. Follow Valebøveien northbound from Skien city center.
  2. Turn off onto the well-marked toll road at Nisterudbrua.
  3. Payment: The toll road can be paid with a bank card or a special seasonal pass.

The tourist association's cabin "Fugleleiken"

At the "Fugleleiken" cabin, you can pop in and enjoy a good cup of coffee and a delicious freshly baked waffle. The cabin is located in Huldreløyp at the junction of Narefjell and Steinbruløyp. It is operated most weekends during the winter season.

Plan your skiing trip

 Always check the updated Svanstul trail map to plan your ski trip optimally.