Hafjell

Hafjell is located just north of Lillehammer, along the E6, and is one of Norway's larger alpine ski resorts. With a total vertical drop of 2834.6 feet, Hafjell is one of the resorts in Scandinavia that offers the longest continuous piste skiing. From the top, it is possible to link several blue, red and black slopes all the way down to the valley, with runs that can stretch up to seven kilometers.

The ski system consists of 18 lifts and 30 slopes, where the emphasis is on green and blue slopes, but with clear elements of longer red and some steeper alternatives. The slopes are wide and varied, often with natural crests and terrain that provide a more vibrant ride than pure transport. There is the possibility of skiing easily all the way from the top, which means that the entire mountain can be used even by less experienced skiers.

The area around Mosetertoppen is dominated by easier skiing, children's areas and parks, while the longer and steeper slopes drop down towards the valley at Øyer. Hafjell has three snow parks of different sizes, with Main Park being the most famous and has been used for international competitions. Forest skiing occurs both on the slopes and in more open areas between the trails, and in good snow conditions there are also marked off-piste areas.

Hafjell has a long history of competitive skiing and was one of the main arenas during the 1994 Olympics in Lillehammer. The competition heritage is still noticeable in several of the longer slopes, where the slope and fall line provide skiing with a clear character. The combination of large vertical drop, well-developed lift system and relatively short travel time from Sweden makes Hafjell an alternative for those looking for longer runs and variety rather than a compact mountain system.