Winter holiday in Vrådal

Vrådal is a beautiful winter destination that’s easy to reach and easy to enjoy. Surrounded by mountains and forests, it offers wide slopes, modern facilities, cross-country trails, and a peaceful winter atmosphere for all ages and levels.

Skiing and other activities in Vrådal

Vrådal combines stunning natural scenery with wide slopes, easy-access lifts, and cross-country trails for skiers of all levels.

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    Cross-country skiing in beautiful surroundings

    If you are looking for cross-country skiing, Vrådal offers both mountain-side trails and trails that meander through the quiet forests and beautiful Telemark nature. Most accommodation is located close to the cross-country trails, so you can quickly get snow under your skis.

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    Ski school

    At the foot of the hills you find the children's area Troll-Land with the Vrådal Ski School. Here you will find a carpet lift, a platter lift, fun play figures and a warming hut. Everything is at child level, so the children can sled and ski in safe conditions. On a ski holiday in Vrådal, all children can borrow helmets free of charge and children under 7 can use the lifts free of charge.

  • Vrådal without skis

    In winter, you can enjoy unique experiences off the ski slopes as well. Straand Hotel, for example, offers its guests wonderful activities, a moonlit sauna visit or an evening by the campfire. Or how about stargazing in the mountains with a guide under a clear night sky? A rustic meal in a trapper’s cabin is also part of the offer.

  • Ski rental

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

    Read more at alpin.no
  • Live web cams

    See the current skiing conditions in Vrådal through live webcams from four different slopes.

    Live webcams at alpin.no
  • Ski pass

    Save time and buy your ski pass online before you travel. See different ski passes and price at vraadal.skiperformance.com.

    Read more about ski pass

Vrådal Panorama

See facts and important information about the ski center here.

During weeks 13–15, the ski center is open only from Friday to Sunday.

The pommel lift is closed Monday to Friday in weeks 1–6, 10–11, and 14, but it operates on Saturdays and Sundays in these weeks.

  • Slopes: 
    Green: 9, 6.4 km
    Blue: 6, 5.1 km
    Red: 3, 2.1 km
    Black: 2, 2.6 km
  • Elevation: 260–740 m a.s.l.
  • Longest downhill slope: 6.4 km

See alpine track map here.

Vrådal has the world's first and Norway's largest 8-seat express chairlift. Fast, efficient and with almost no queues.

  • Ski lifts: 1 chairlifts, 1 anchor lift, 3 pommel lifts, 3 carpet lifts
  • Lift capacity: 7,000 persons per hour

12 km slopes, covers approx. 80%.

Vrådal offers 5 cross-country skiing trails covering a total of 25 km, with 20 km in the mountains and 5 km through the valley and forest.

See cross-country track map here.

1 slope.

Vrådal Panorama offers 2 snowboard parks and ski school.

Read about ski school at alpin.no.

Vrådal Skisenter offers 3 km of off-piste terrain, a toboggan hill, and sledge rentals, making it easy for everyone to enjoy fun on and off the slopes.

For alpine, there's a ski guarantee from 20.12.2025–12.04.2026 for 2 slopes (2,5 km). For cross-country skiing there is no ski guarantee. 

Read about ski guarantee.

Book your ski holiday in Vrådal

Find price and book in Vrådal

We’ve selected the best deals for a ski holiday in Vrådal, with options to suit every preference. Whether you choose a hotel, cabin, or apartment, your stay is set in a beautiful, scenic location.

Prices are based on your chosen dates and available accommodations.

Useful information

Plan your trip to Vrådal with ease – find directions, distances, and tips for shopping.

  • Directions: From Oslo via E134. From Larvik via E18 and 38. From Kristiansand via 41.
  • Distance: From Oslo 191 km. From Larvik 140 km. From Kristiansand 170 km.

The local supermarket, "Joker", has groceries, a pharmacy and a postal service. Opposite of Joker, there is an ATM.

The tourist information is located in the center of Vrådal and offers knowledge and information about Vrådal and the surrounding areas.