Winter holiday in Geilo

Geilo is a popular winter destination. Whether you prefer a cosy cabin or a modern apartment, you’ll find options to suit both families and groups of friends. Stay right by the ski slopes or close to the town centre and experience the best Geilo has to offer. Accommodation and ferry crossing are included in the price.

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Skiing in Geilo

Geilo is a classic winter sports town, known for its cozy atmosphere and stunning mountain surroundings, and serves as an ideal starting point for skiing experiences for all ages and skill levels. With well-groomed slopes, family-friendly facilities, and varied terrain, Geilo offers everything from gentle beginner runs to more challenging trails for experienced skiers.

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    Geilo Ski Resort

    Geilo Ski Resort offers 46 alpine runs and 20 lifts surrounding the town centre, with a wide range of children’s areas, slopes from green to black, and exciting terrain parks. Geilo also has two ski schools, perfect for beginners as well as those looking to refine their technique.

    See more facts about Geilo Ski Resort below. 

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    More than 500 km of cross-country trails

    Geilo offers outstanding cross-country skiing, with more than 500 kilometres of well-groomed trails stretching across the mountains, the vast Hardangervidda plateau and through tranquil forest landscapes. Whether you prefer short loops or long-distance tours, the terrain suits all levels — from relaxed outings to demanding adventures.

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    Geilo for children

    Geilo offers plenty of fun winter activities for children of all ages. With four dedicated children’s and family areas, kids can enjoy gentle slopes, ski conveyors, playful runs, forest trails and mini skicross courses. Ski school helps young skiers build confidence through group or private lessons. Off the slopes, activities like SkiPlay and the popular children’s disco with music, lights and a cozy atmosphere make every day on Geilo exciting and memorable.

    Geilo also has one of Norway's longest toboggan runs. A completely unique experience for children – and childlike souls.

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    Ski pass discount

    Enjoy a 10% discount on ski passes throughout the season when booking online – exclusively for Color Line guests. The ski resort also offers a 10% online discount, which is already included in the displayed price. 

    Book via Geilo’s website and use the code Colorline2425 at checkout.

    Book ski pass at skigeilo.com.

  • Open lifts and slopes

    See trail map, live web cams, weather and more on skigeilo.no.

    Open lifts and slopes

  • Ski rental

    The ski rentals at Geilo offer a wide selection of ski and snowboard equipment.

    Ski rental

  • Need more information?

    At skigeilo.no you'll find everything you need to know for your winter holiday in Geilo.

    Read more at skigeilo.no

Geilo Ski Resort

Geilo is a classic winter sports town and the cozy and atmospheric starting point for great skiing experiences. See information about the ski center here.

  • Slopes: 
    Green: 14
    Blue: 15
    Red: 15
    Black: 3
  • Elevation: 800–1,178 m a.s.l.
  • Vertical drop: 378 m
  • Longest downhill slope: 2 km
  • Moguls: Yes

Efficient lift systems ensure minimal waiting time and smooth access to the slopes.

  • Ski lifts: 4 chairlifts, 12 anchor/pommel lifts, 4 carpet lifts
  • Lift capacity: 25,000 persons per hour

26 km slopes, covers approx. 75%.

Geilo is one of Norway’s top destinations for cross-country skiing.

  • Total trail network: 550 km
  • Mountain trails: 520 km
  • Illuminated trails: 5 km

Enjoy skiing after dark on selected days.

  • Tuesdays at Slaatan until 19:30
  • Fridays at Vestlia until 22:00

The resort is perfect for families, beginners, and freestyle enthusiasts. There are three snowboard parks, and a ski school is available.

Read about ski schools at skigeilo.com.

For alpine, there's a ski guarantee from 06.12.2025–13.04.2026 for 10 slopes and 5 lifts. For cross-country skiing there is no ski guarantee. 

Read about ski guarantee.

Book your ski holiday in Geilo

Book a ski holiday in Geilo. Whether you go to a cabin, hotel or holiday apartment, you are guaranteed wonderful classic Norwegian skiing experiences. Accommodation and ferry crossing are included in the price.

Find price and book in Geilo

Price example: Apartment at Highland Lodge Fjellandsby for 4 people, including car and round-trip ferry crossing from Hirtshals.

From 220 € per person

Useful information

Plan your trip to Geilo with ease – find directions, distances, and tips for shopping in the town centre.

Arrival in Geilo via road 40 from Oslo, Larvik, and Kristiansand.

Distances to Geilo: 

  • From Oslo: 250 km
  • From Larvik: 255 km
  • From Kristiansand: 455 km

In the centre of Geilo, you’ll find over 40 shops offering everything from clothing and groceries to pharmacies and home décor.

See more information about shops at geilo.com.

The Tourist Information is centrally located in Geilo, just about a one-minute walk from Geilo train station.

Address: 
Vesleslåttvegen 13, 3580 Geilo
Tel: (+47) 32 09 59 00
Email: post@geilo.no