Åre Ski Resort Guide
Åre, Sweden
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| Recommended For | Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 93km |
| Highest Lift | 1,270m |
| Resort Height | 380m |
| Nearest Airports | Åre Östersund and Trondheim |
Åre
Åre is Sweden's premier ski destination, offering diverse slopes for all levels. Its vibrant village atmosphere complements the extensive skiing options.
Summary
Åre boasts over 100 kilometers of skiable terrain, with a variety of runs suitable for beginners and experts alike. With a top elevation of 1,420 meters, the resort provides stunning views and excellent conditions.
The ski area of Åre is at an altitude of 380m, with 93km of marked runs.
Åre has direct access to 93km of downhill skiing, with 98 marked pistes, served by a total of 44 ski lifts.
Snow cover is generally reliable due to the Scandinavian climate..
Snow and Weather
Åre typically enjoys a snow depth of 70-100 cm during peak season, with reliable snowfall from December to April. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
When will it snow in Åre?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Åre.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Åre Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 8 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 40 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 45 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 17 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 93km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 300km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 44 | |
Åre Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 1,270m |
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| Lowest Piste | 380m |
| Resort Altitude (Åre) | 380m |
| Max Vertical | 890m |
Ratings & Suitability
| Intermediate Skiers | |
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| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding | |
| Snow | |
| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
The Åre ski area features several mountains, including Åreskutan, with its highest point at 1,420 meters. Notable pistes include the 'World Cup' run and the 'Björnen' area for beginners, serviced by lifts like the 'Åre Gondolen' and 'VM8'.
Åre offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate and Beginner skiers.
Snowboarding
Snowboarding enthusiasts will appreciate Åre's terrain parks, including the 'Kabin' park, which offers features for all skill levels. The resort also has ample off-piste opportunities for adventurous riders.
Location and Map
Where is Åre?
This ski resort is in Åre socken, Åre Municipality, Sweden.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Åre is Åre Östersund, 88 minutes drive away.
Trondheim airport is also within three hours drive.
To reach Åre, fly into Åre Östersund Airport (OSD) or Trondheim Airport (TRD) and take a shuttle or drive. The resort is easily accessible by train from major cities like Stockholm.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 44 ski lifts are able to uplift 48,690 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 10km of ski runs, with 174 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Åre open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is early November, and usual closing is Early May.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Talking about Åre
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Aprés Ski
Åre's après-ski scene is lively, with popular spots like 'Buustamons Fjällgård' and 'O'Learys' offering food and drinks. For nightlife, 'Åre Torg' features various bars and clubs to keep the fun going.
