Skiing holiday Beitostølen

Beitostølen: A lively ski village

This beautiful small village offers an unrivaled skiing holiday atmosphere. Skiing in Beitostølen is an unforgettable experience, even for non-skiers. The vibrant life in Beitostølen offers cozy cafés, restaurants, pubs, a microbrewery, and the inevitable après-ski. From small cozy eateries to larger eateries, there are several types of restaurants serving a wide variety of dishes: tapas, pizza, à la carte, and much more. For those who prefer to shop and cook for themselves, Beitostølen has three large supermarkets.

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The ski race in Beitostølen

Beitostølen is home to two alpine centers: Beitostølen Skisenter for children and intermediate skiers (green, blue, and red slopes), and Raudalen Alpinsenter for those seeking speed and excitement (red and black slopes). Even solid skiers will find challenges here. For cross-country enthusiasts looking for a more authentic experience, there are countless trails and terrain types that can be adapted to suit the weather and the mood of the day. Beito is a place for the whole family – an incomparable ski destination.

Snowboarding in Beitostølen

Beitostølen is not just a destination for skiers. With a large snowboard park equipped with its own lift, it is a true paradise for snowboard enthusiasts of all levels. The park offers several jumps of different lengths, including at least two big jumps that will give even the most experienced snowboarder an adrenaline rush. In addition, the park is equipped with a total of 15 rails, giving you the opportunity to unleash your inner freestyle snowboarder in beautiful surroundings. Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate or advanced, Beitostølens snowboard park offers a suitable challenge. Skiers are also welcome in the snowpark.

Children’s Beitostølen

Beitostølen has a wealth of activities for children. From ski school to play parks, there’s something for everyone. Skiing skills can be learned in a fun and knowledgeable way on the children’s slopes. Behind Bergo Hotel there is a small playground with a hill and a marble run. When the skis need a break, Beitostølen has many activities such as dog sledding, children’s scooters, tobogganing and much more.

Cross country skiing in Beitostølen

Beitostølen is a jewel for cross-country enthusiasts with perhaps the best terrain in Norway. Here you’ll find an impressive 320 km of beautiful trails, framed by the majestic peaks of Jotunheimen. The area offers tours of varying lengths and difficulty in and around Beitostølen through forest terrain. You can also take the Ola Express up to the high mountain trails that stretch into Jotunheimen. The night out on the light trail creates a unique atmosphere that should not be missed.

Activities in Beitostølen

There’s always something to do in Beitostølen, whether it’s day, evening or night. Families with children can take part in tobogganing competitions, a true Beitostølen specialty, and other activities such as cartoons, swimming pool, spa, cat skiing, dog sledding, lavvo night (campfire in a Sami tent), slalom competition and snowshoeing. With one of Norway’s largest ski schools, Beitostølen is the ideal place for the whole family to learn how to ski and get the most out of their ski vacation.

Center: Recharge your body here

In the center you will find many different places to eat to replenish your energy reserves after a day on the slopes. Between Stolheisbakken and Bekkefaret you’ll find the AASGAARD warming room where you can enjoy delicious food. There is plenty of space both inside and outside.

The meeting point in Beitostølen

In the heart of Beitostølen, at the foot of the Ola-Expressen, there is a 2000m2 building. On the ground floor is the welcome center, ski school and Beito Active, as well as Beitostølen rental. Here you’ll find modern facilities including ski rental, ski service and, not least, toboggan rental. On the first floor is the new Italian restaurant “Lodge 900”, which offers stone oven-baked pizza, pasta and local specialties. On the large sunny rooftop terrace with outdoor seating you can enjoy stunning views – the perfect pit stop and après-ski spot.

Innovation and improvements

Every year they try to improve and expand the facilities. In 20/21 it was touch-and-sound installations at the Skjenhaug lifts. You’ll also find animal figures in the forest between Barnebakken and Bekkefaret that make sounds as you pass.

In 21/22 they added a new speedometer on Carlheisbakken. It gives you a chance to test your speed, competing against yourself or others. They also introduced BigJump’n, which has become a big hit among visitors.

The biggest news in 22/23 is the Bitihorn Express, a lift that can take you to the top in just 2.5 minutes.

Beitostølen is a smaller ski resort in Norway, but there are also other places you can choose to visit, including Ål, Aurdal, Beitostølen, Bjorli, Bortelid, Fonna Glacier, there are many more.

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