Hemsedal Ski Resort Guide
Hemsedal, Norway
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| Recommended For | Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 47km |
| Highest Lift | 1,450m |
| Resort Height | 700m |
| Nearest Airport | Fagernes |
Hemsedal
Hemsedal is a popular ski resort in Norway, known for its diverse terrain and vibrant après-ski scene. With excellent snow conditions and a range of activities, it caters to skiers and snowboarders of all levels.
Summary
Hemsedal offers over 49 miles of skiable terrain, with 21 lifts accessing a variety of runs. The resort is renowned for its well-groomed pistes and breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains.
The ski area of Hemsedal is at an altitude of 700m, with 47km of marked runs.
Hemsedal has direct access to 47km of downhill skiing, with 51 marked pistes, served by a total of 24 ski lifts.
Snow cover is generally reliable due to the Scandinavian climate..
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Hemsedal is 6km long and the most difficult run is the 'Totten', which is 2km in length.
Snow and Weather
Hemsedal is known for its reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 100-200 cm during peak season. For the latest snow information and updates, check J2Ski regularly.
When will it snow in Hemsedal?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Hemsedal.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
Snow this week
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Ski Area Stats
Hemsedal Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 7 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 8 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 13 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 23 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 47km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 220km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 24 | |
Hemsedal Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 1,450m |
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| Resort Altitude (Hemsedal) | 700m |
| Lowest Piste | 640m |
| Max Vertical | 810m |
Ratings & Suitability
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Skiing
The Hemsedal ski area features impressive peaks, with the highest elevation reaching 1,450 meters. Notable pistes include the challenging 'Black Run' and the scenic 'Blue Run', while lifts such as the 'Totteliften' and 'Fjellheisen' ensure easy access to all areas.
Hemsedal offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate and Beginner skiers.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will find excellent terrain parks at Hemsedal, including the popular 'Park Hemsedal', which offers a variety of features for all skill levels. The resort's off-piste options also provide thrilling experiences for adventurous riders.
Location and Map
Where is Hemsedal?
This ski resort is in Viken, Norway.
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Hemsedal is Fagernes, 78 minutes drive away.
To reach Hemsedal, the nearest major airport is Oslo Gardermoen, approximately 3 hours away by car. Regular shuttle services and rental cars are available, making it easy to get to the resort.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 24 ski lifts are able to uplift 28,500 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 26km of ski runs, with 310 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Hemsedal open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is early November (The dates of the season premiere and season closing dates are weather dependent), and usual closing is Early May.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Talking about Hemsedal
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Aprés Ski
Hemsedal boasts a lively après-ski scene, with popular spots like 'Torggata' for drinks and 'Skistua' for dining. For nightlife, 'Kaffestova' and 'Fjellkafeen' are great choices to unwind after a day on the slopes.
