Ski area

  • Season Dec–Apr
  • Ski areas 3
  • Lifts 12
  • Runs 26
  • Elevation 800–1,100 m above sea level

Travel time

  • From Oslo 3.5 hours
  • From Torp Sandefjord Airport 3 hours

Best for

Beginner Intermediate Advanced Expert
  • Family-friendly Yes
  • Off-piste Yes

Facilities

Ski school Ski rental Ski service Ski shop Food & drink Après-ski

  • Three ski areas with slopes for all ability levels
  • 12 lifts and 26 runs
  • Longest run: 3 km
  • Dedicated children’s activity area at Vierli
  • 150 km of cross-country trails through varied terrain
  • Free ski bus for overnight guests

Reliable snow conditions throughout the season

Rauland is one of Telemark’s leading winter destinations, and Rauland Skisenter is a family favorite known for its reliable snow conditions. With skiing for everyone from beginners to advanced skiers, it’s a great choice for a winter holiday in the mountains.

Family-friendly skiing

Rauland Skisenter consists of three ski areas, each offering something different. Tiur and Holtardalen offer a total of 12 lifts and 26 varied runs, while Vierli is ideal for younger children, with its own children’s lift and dedicated activity area.

Ski rental is available at all three locations, and Tiur also offers a ski school for those looking to learn or improve their skills.

With activities for different ages and ability levels, Rauland Skisenter makes it easy for the whole family to enjoy time on the slopes.

Vierli – a favorite with children

At Vierli, younger children can enjoy a dedicated activity area, where the children’s lift operates every weekend and daily during school holidays.

Vierli is a popular choice for families, with excellent opportunities for cross-country skiing as well as activities for younger visitors.

You’ll also find Norway’s largest snow fort, an activity trail, a playground, mini snowmobiles on a designated track, saunas and more.

Kids love Rauland

Rauland Skisenter has several areas designed for young children and beginners. With gentle, easy-to-navigate slopes, fun features and magic carpet lifts for little skiers, it’s a great place to learn. There’s also a dedicated children’s area at Vierli.
Kids love Rauland

Norway’s largest snow fort

There’s plenty to enjoy beyond skiing, including Norway’s largest snow fort, dog sledding and tobogganing. For those looking for more excitement, snowmobile safaris offer a thrilling way to explore the snow-covered mountain plateaus.
Norway’s largest snow fort

Traditional ski races

Rauland Skisenter offers family-friendly activities, including ski races with and without timing, as well as a varied program of events during the winter and Easter holidays.
Traditional ski races

Getting here

Rauland Skisenter is located in Vinje, Telemark, within easy reach of Rjukan, Høydalsmo, Seljord and other destinations in the region.

You can travel here by bus or car. The resort is approximately 30 minutes from Rjukan and 2.5 hours from Porsgrunn. Rauland is also conveniently located between Eastern and Western Norway.

From Oslo

From Oslo, follow the E18 towards Drammen, then take the E134 via Kongsberg and Notodden. Continue onto Route 37, passing Rjukan on your way to Rauland. The drive takes approximately three hours.

Alternatively, you can travel via Siljan and Skien, following Route 36 past Gvarv and Seljord. This route takes approximately one hour longer.

From Bergen

Rauland is located in Vinje, between Eastern and Western Norway. The drive from Bergen takes approximately five hours, traveling via Norheimsund, Odda, Røldal and Haukeli.

Alternatively, you can fly to Torp Sandefjord Airport and drive to Rauland via Porsgrunn, Gvarv and Seljord. The drive takes approximately 2.5 hours.

Places to stay nearby

Visit Rauland Skisenter
Address: 
Rjukanvegen 1066, 3864 Rauland
Phone
: +47 35 07 23 00
Website: Rauland Skisenter - Visit Rauland
Email: [email protected]