Guide to all cross-country skiing tracks in Åre
Åre Björnen XC Arena – Skistar
The Cross-Country Arena in Björnen offers snow-secure cross-country skiing in sheltered forest terrain. The tracks are undulating, with mostly gentle uphill and downhill slopes. There are a few slightly steeper sections. All tracks are prepared for both classic and skate skiing.
Facilities at the arena include a warming hut, toilets, and a waxing cabin.
- 1 km. Very easy
- 3 km. Easy (illuminated 07:00-22:00)
- 5 km. Easy to moderately difficult (illuminated 07:00-22:00)
- 7.5 km. Easy to moderately difficult
- 10 km. Easy to moderately difficult
- 15 km. Easy to moderately difficult
Read more about the tracks and see the current track status here: skistar.com
Ullådalen – Skistar
If you want to enjoy the mountains on cross-country skis in Åre, you’ll find tracks near the treeline here, between Åreskutan and Mullfjället, offering magnificent views. The tracks run through slightly hilly terrain.
Preparation: 05:00-09:00
- 2.5 km. Moderate
- 5 km. Moderate
- 6.5 km. Moderate
Read more about the tracks and see the current track status here: skistar.com
Duved XC Arena – Skistar
Illuminated tracks for both skate and classic skiing. The trails here are mostly in sheltered forest. The longer tracks in Duved tend to be hillier than those in Åre Björnen.
- 400m technical training/sprint track
- 2.5 km. Easy (illuminated 07:00-22:00)
- 5 km. Moderate (illuminated 07:00-22:00)
- 7 km. Moderate to difficult (illuminated 07:00-22:00)
- 10 km. Moderate to difficult
- 15 km. Moderate to difficult
Read more about the tracks and see the current track status here: skistar.com
Trillevallen – Ottsjö Trillevallen Trail Management
In Trillevallen, you’ll find Årefjällen’s longest track system, with a total of 120 km of prepared tracks. The tracks, prepared for both classic and skate skiing, run through sheltered terrain.
- 1.5 km. Classic, skate (illuminated)
- 2.5 km. Classic, skate
- 5 km. Classic, skate
- 7.5 km. Classic, skate
The additional 120 km of touring tracks are prepared for classic skiing as needed, depending on the weather, and are linked to other destinations in southern Årefjällen.
See Trillevallen’s trails at fjallupplevelser.com and current track status at: längdspår.se
Ottsjö – Ottsjö Trillevallen Trail Management
Ottsjö has tracks prepared for both classic and skate skiing.
- 5.6 or 7.6 km. Classic, skate
- 7.2 km. Classic, skate
See Ottsjö’s trails at fjallupplevelser.com and current track status at: längdspår.se
Edsåsdalen – Ottsjö Trillevallen Trail Management
The tracks run through sheltered terrain and are somewhat challenging without being overly technical. There are two trail centers: one at the parking lot at the top of the village and one below Köjagården and Renfjällsgården.
- 1.2 km. Classic, skate
- 3.5 km. Classic, skate (illuminated)
- 6.5 km. Classic
- 10 km. Classic, skate
- 18 km. Classic, skate
See Edsåsdalen’s trails at fjallupplevelser.com and current track status at: längdspår.se
Vålådalen – Vålådalens Fjällstation
Vålådalen is a top training destination for Sweden’s cross-country ski clubs and the national ski team, making it one of the best facilities for cross-country skiing in the mountains.
- 2 km. Classic, skate (illuminated)
- 3 km. Classic, skate (illuminated)
- 3 km. Lake Placid track
- 3 km. Interval track
- 3.5 km. Sapporo track
- 4 km. Classic, skate (illuminated)
- 5 km. Classic, skate (illuminated)
- 6.5 km. Sapporo track
- 7 km. Classic, skate (illuminated)
- 10 km. Lahti track
- 14 km. Lill-Kollen
- 17.5 km. Holmenkollen track
See the Vålådalen area’s trails at vålådalen.se and current track status at: längdspår.se
Storlien – Storliens Högfjällshotell
Storlien Högfjällshotell has a total of 42.5 km of tracks. Choose between trails in sheltered terrain or tracks that take you above the treeline.
- 1.5 km. Classic, skate
- 2.5 km. Classic, skate (illuminated)
- 4.5 km. Classic, skate (illuminated)
- 4.5 km. Classic, skate
- 7 km. Classic, skate
- 10 km. Classic, skate
- 12.5 km. Classic, skate
See Storlien’s tracks at Storliens högfjällshotell and Storliens Vänner. Current track status at: längdspår.se
Järpen – Järpens IF, Röjsmohallen
The ski tracks in Järpen total 36 km and are prepared daily as needed throughout the season. The tracks run through sheltered, hilly terrain.
- 1.4 km. Classic, skate (illuminated)
- 2.5 km. Classic, skate (illuminated)
- 5 km. Classic, skate (illuminated)
- 10 km. Classic, skate
- 13 km. Classic, skate
- 20 km. Classic, skate
See Järpen’s tracks at Röjsmohallen Järpen and current track status at: längdspår.se
Traffic and Courtesy Rules for Cross-Country Ski Tracks
The Swedish Ski Association (SSF) has developed specific “traffic and courtesy rules” for cross-country skiers. These rules are general and intended to suit all cross-country skiing facilities. Local variations and additions may occur, and it is always the individual’s responsibility to find out the applicable rules.
Rules
- A groomed cross-country ski track is a sports arena designed for cross-country skiing. Walking or running on a prepared ski track is not allowed during the snow season. The facility owner is responsible for informing visitors when the snow season begins and ends.
- Respect designated skiing directions.
- Show consideration for other skiers. Make them aware if you wish to pass. The skier approaching from behind always has the responsibility to yield. – It is not proper etiquette to yell for someone to move out of the track!
- Always move to the side when you stop on the tracks, and never stop where you cannot be seen by other skiers, such as behind hills, in curves, or on downhill sections.
- Adjust your speed. Ensure you can stop for unexpected obstacles.
- Skating is not allowed if it damages the classic tracks.
- If you need to herringbone (side-step) uphill, avoid doing so in the classic ski tracks.
- If you’re skiing on a single track without a clear skiing direction, be considerate of other skiers. It is customary for the more experienced skier to make room for the less experienced one. On an incline, the skier going uphill should always step aside.
- Skiing with dogs may be allowed at certain times or on specific tracks. It is the skier’s responsibility to check the facility’s rules. Remember to pick up after your dog!
- Be aware that the facility’s grooming vehicles may be on the ski tracks even during operating hours.
- Under certain weather and snow conditions, it may not be suitable to groom new ski tracks—sometimes it’s better to leave the snow untouched. As a result, you might encounter tracks that do not always seem ideal.
In case of accidents
- Always report any accidents to the facility owner.
- Notify the facility owner if you discover any obstacles, hazards, or damage.
- Help others who have had an accident or need assistance. Always call 112 in case of serious incidents!
- Show respect for nature, take your trash with you, and avoid disturbing wildlife.
Have a great time and enjoy your skiing!