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Welcome to the National Park Village Geilo!
Geilo has been voted "Norways Best Ski Resort" four years in a row, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022!
We have welcomed guests to Geilo since 1880. Almost 150 years of being hosts have made us mountain specialists and we have hand-picked experiences and activities for you.
Geilo is a great choice for active days of family-skiing or peaceful moments in majestic nature with your loved ones!
Geilo is a popular ski resort, and one of the most complete Norwegian winter destinations. With a variety of activities, restaurants, a fantastic ski resort, miles of cross-country tracks and several accommodation options, we have something for everyone: the couple, the group of friends, the family with small children and the extended family! The vast majority of offers are gathered right in the center. That way you can easily enjoy nice days in the slopes, combined with acitivites such as dog sledding, ice fishing, sleigh ride. Geilo also has a, free of charge, ski bus that runs every day during the winter season - connecting all accommodation to the town centre and ski slopes.
In Geilo the slopes are located on both sides of the valley, and the free ski bus makes them all accessible. There are many children's areas with play and fun, and more challenging slopes for the experienced skier and snow parks with plenty elements and different levels for the park enthusiast. The park is shaped and groomed by former X-Games winner Andreas Håtveit!
- Geilo ski resort offers a unique variety of experiences and activities
- All facilities within a short distance
- Particularly suitable for families with children
- National park village with two national parks: Hardangervidda and Hallingskarvet
- The city center is located 800 m.a.s.l, and highest groomed point 1178 m.a.s.l
- Great snow conditions: Geilo has a snow guarantee, with reliable snow condtitions from December until April
- 3,5 hours from Oslo and Bergen
Skiing in the National Park Village
In the Geilo area, you will find over 46 alpine slopes and both large and small snow parks. The slopes are well-groomed and located close to the city center for an efficient and pleasurable skiing experience. A ski bus runs all day from your accommodation to the slopes. Geilo is also an eldorado for cross-country skiing, with more than 500 km of well prepared and marked tracks. Stop at one of Geilo's traditional mountain cafés and treat yourself to some traditional Norwegian waffles and hot chocolate.
Family friendly
There are four separate areas for the little ones, ensuring a safe and good ski experience regardless of skill level. In Geilo, you can rent modern equipment in all categories. At the ski rental, you also get help to adjust bindings and prepare and upgrade your own equipment. Are you a beginner or maybe you want to fine tune your technique? The ski schools in Geilo have knowledgeable and experienced instructors who can give you some pointers or teach you to conquer the slopes. Children under seven years ski for free, and Trollklubben Childcare in the ski resort provides childcare for children from six months old.
Experiences and activities
Winter holiday at Geilo is anything but boring! Here, the whole family can enjoy activites such as sleigh ride, dogsledding, fatbike, snowshoeing and much more. There are a varied selection of restaurants, shops and attractions. Vestlia Resort and Dr Holms Hotel can also offer SPA and wellness areas, for those who would like an extra luxurious stay!
Welcome to Geilo, a beautiful winter paradise with something for everyone!
