Ski weekend in Telemark

Enjoy a ski weekend in Telemark with downhill skiing, cross-country trails, après-ski and great places to stay.

Some ski weekends are all about getting in as many runs as possible. Others are about long lunches in the sun, après-ski with friends, relaxing by the fire after a day on the slopes and spending time together. In Telemark, you’ll find modern mountain resorts, snow-sure ski areas and smaller resorts with a relaxed atmosphere.

Whether you want to challenge yourself on steep slopes, spend the day cross-country skiing or simply enjoy a relaxing winter weekend, there’s a ski destination to suit you.

Mountain landscapes, long days on the slopes and relaxing evenings

If you’re looking for plenty of time on the slopes and a true mountain experience, Gausta, Rauland and Haukelifjell each offer something different.

At the foot of Gaustatoppen, Gausta is a modern mountain destination where active days on the slopes are easily combined with relaxing evenings. You’ll find varied downhill skiing, miles of cross-country trails and spectacular views of one of Norway’s most iconic mountains. After skiing, unwind at the spa, warm up in a floating sauna or enjoy dinner with views of the mountains. On weekends, several venues also offer a lively après-ski atmosphere before the evening continues over good food.

Rauland Skisenter is Telemark’s largest ski area and a great choice if you’re looking for variety. Several connected ski areas offer everything from family-friendly slopes to long, challenging runs, while the surrounding mountains are home to some of Southern Norway’s finest cross-country trails. When the lifts close, locals and visitors gather at welcoming venues for après-ski, live music and a lively atmosphere. The combination of great skiing, local food and Telemark skiing traditions makes Rauland a popular choice for a weekend with friends.

Further west, Haukelifjell Skisenter is surrounded by wide-open mountain landscapes. Here, you’ll find natural powder snow, plenty of space on the slopes and terrain popular with both downhill skiers and freeriders. The atmosphere is relaxed and informal, and after a long day outdoors, there’s little better than a warm meal and a drink at the mountain lodge or back at your cabin.

Ski weekends with great views and time to unwind

Sometimes it’s not the size of the ski resort that makes a weekend memorable, but the combination of good skiing, welcoming places to stay and time to enjoy winter at your own pace.

At Vrådal Panorama Skisenter, the views are one of the highlights. From the slopes, you can look out across Lake Nisser and the winter landscape of West Telemark. The resort is easy to get around, with short distances between the lifts, accommodation and places to eat. After skiing, enjoy local food, have a drink by the fire or end the day with a relaxed dinner – ideal for a romantic winter weekend or a getaway with friends.

Lifjell Skisenter and Vinterland is a great choice when you want to get to the mountains without spending too much time traveling. Within easy reach of Eastern Norway, it’s a popular destination for spontaneous weekend trips. You’ll find varied downhill skiing, excellent cross-country trails and mountain terrain that is also well suited for ski touring. The relaxed atmosphere makes it easy to combine active days with good food and cozy evenings at the cabin.

Gautefall Skisenter offers a relaxed and welcoming ski experience surrounded by forests and beautiful winter scenery. The resort is easy to navigate, with wide slopes, short lift lines and a laid-back atmosphere that lets you enjoy the day at your own pace. When the skiing is over, spend a quiet evening by the fire at your cabin or head to après-ski for live music and a lively atmosphere. Gautefall is particularly well suited to couples and groups of friends looking for a social and informal ski weekend.

Whatever kind of ski weekend you’re looking for, you’ll find it in Telemark. From snow-sure mountain resorts and spectacular peaks to sheltered forest landscapes and welcoming mountain villages, you’re never far from great skiing, good food, après-ski and relaxing winter evenings.