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Sweden ski holidays are a smorgasbord of winter fun.
They’re not as tall or spectacular as their Alpine counterparts but the Swedish hills are made for skiing and winter holidays.
Why choose a Sweden ski holiday?
- Fantastic for families and beginners
- As much to do off the slopes as on them
- Grab a peek of the Northern Lights
They gave the world vikings, flat-pack furniture and meatballs, not to mention some great pop acts. But Sweden has another ace up its sleeve – and that’s its skiing.
Their mountains aren’t as tall, pointy or dramatic as their counterparts in the Alps, but they offer a perfect winter escape for families looking for a little something special.
There are more than 100 ski resorts dotted across the country, from small, local villages to large resorts with snow parks and advanced black runs.
Winter in Sweden isn’t just all ski-focused either. They’re also keen on their winter fishing, snowmobiling and cross-country. Not to mention the food is excellent too!
KEY INFORMATION
Good to Know
Currency
Swedish Krona
Language
Swedish
Travel Time (APPROX)
Approx 2 hours 30
Heathrow
Timezone
GMT+1
What are the most popular ski resorts in Sweden?
Your questions answered by our Sweden ski holiday expert
Alexander Blunt (Co-Founder)
Is Sweden a good destination for a ski holiday?
Yes. Sweden is perfect for skiing holidays, especially for families and those who enjoy combining downhill skiing with a bit of cross-country skiing. Reliable snow, long ski seasons, and modern resorts and lifts make it an excellent choice for families, groups, and couples looking to escape the crowds.
Ski holidays in Sweden are more laid-back and family-oriented, with numerous wide, cruisy slopes and fewer crowds. Plenty of blues mean it’s great for beginners, while reindeer rides, snowshoeing, and the opportunity to spot the Northern Lights make it a firm favourite with any non-skiers in the group too.
What’s the best time to book a Sweden ski holiday?
What are Sweden's best ski resorts?
What’s the largest ski resort in Sweden?
What are the best beginner ski holidays in Sweden?
Åre is a beginner’s paradise, with almost 40% of slopes rated easy, and a nursery area is designed for beginners and families.
Sålen, Sweden’s largest ski resort, is also beginner-friendly, offering 151km of mostly easy to intermediate pistes.
In fact, many of Sweden’s ski resorts boast wide, tree-lined terrain that naturally suits beginners, making it an excellent place for first-timers to learn.
What are the best family ski holidays in Sweden?
Björnrike is a family-friendly ski area featuring a snow park, easy jumps and rails, conveyor belts, and a video service that films your rides to share on social media. Plus, every lift exit allows skiers to choose between an easy and a more challenging way down.
Alternatively, Åre is a beginner’s paradise, with almost 40% of slopes rated easy, and a nursery area specially designed for kiddos and first-timers.
What are the best resorts for ski weekends in Sweden?
Åre is situated 75 minutes from Åre Östersund Airport, just a short domestic flight from Stockholm Airport. It’s also the favoured weekend spot for local Stockholmers thanks to its lively après and good restaurants.
What are the best high altitude / snow-sure ski holidays in Sweden?
Åre is Sweden’s highest ski resort, with its top station situated at 1,274m. Sure, this doesn't sound as high as the Alps. However, Sweden remains a snow-sure bet thanks to its northerly latitude, which is more than worth its weight when it comes down to European snow security.
Vemdalsskalet is another sure bet where runs can be skied from the first day until the last day of the season. It's so sure of itself in fact, that it even offers a snow guarantee.
What are the best Sweden ski holidays for après ski?
- Åre is home to Sweden's best après-ski, with several lively hot spots to choose from. Both Verandan and Hyddan offer live music from some of Sweden’s best cover bands and DJs as well as a wide selection of food and drinks. For a quieter option, try the bar at Hotel Åregården or Werséns.
- Sålen also offers live acts for party-seekers. Vemdalsskalet is generally quieter but also offers live music several times a week at the Högfjällshotell.
What are the best ski holidays for off piste skiing in Sweden?
Riksgränsen and Björkliden, up in Sweden’s northernmost ski resorts, offer the best opportunity for fresh powder for serious freeriders.
That being said, many of the regular resorts closer to Stockholm also have off-piste potential, including Åre. Its local mountain, Åreskutan, may be relatively small when compared to the Alps, but it’s home to unimaginable great opportunities for off-piste skiing. A guide is essential.
Is skiing in Sweden expensive?
Yes, it can be. Skiing in Sweden is similar to skiing in Norway, with lift pass prices and accommodation costs comparable to those in the Alps. But thanks to its long ski season and absence of crowds, if you’re savvy and not restricted by school term times, it’s easy to find some fantastic Sweden ski deals here too.
Most popular ski resorts in Sweden
Here are just some of our top ski resorts. To find the perfect one for you, speak to one of our specialists.
Salen
Salen acts as the base from which a network of over 150km of pistes can be accesed. Made up of a handful of villages, the ski area offers a variety of pistes for all abilities.
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Are
The ski resort of Are is the largest in Scandinavia with over 90km of slopes. If you love to enjoy spectacular views while cruising over rolling slopes then Are is the place for you.
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Klovsjo
Nicknamed the 'skiers ski resort', Klovsjo offers a wide variety of pistes, terrain and conditions with something for the whole family.
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Stoten
Stoten rivals well-known European counterparts in scenery, cuisine, and slope accessibility. With a beginner-friendly and intermediate-focused ski area, convenient amenities, and various activities, it's a perfect family getaway.
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Tandadalen/Hundfjallet
Tandadalen/Hundfjallet in Sälen, Northern Sweden, offers 45km of slopes suitable for all skiers, with a focus on intermediates. The resort provides family-friendly activities like Troll Forest and Valle's Skidland for children, as well as freestyle skiing opportunities and off-piste adventures.
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