Sweden Ski Holidays
If beautiful scenery, world-class ski facilities and a tranquil atmosphere is what you want from a ski holiday, Sweden could be just what you are looking for.
With smaller crowds than many other European resorts, the country is an excellent option for a relaxing getaway on the slopes without sacrificing on quality.
Snow-sure Salen
Ski resorts in Sweden
Salen is a peaceful resort and is no more than a 20-minute drive from Lindvallen and Hundfjallet. All three are excellent family choices, offering a brilliant service to visitors and stunning landscapes - as well as top snow conditions.
Salen's ski area has 78km of pistes divided over 4 separate mountains, with plenty of beginner runs and several more challenging areas - and it's just a 20-minute transfer from the Scandinavian Mountains Airport.
Meanwhile, Klappen is a 40-minute drive and is just down the road from Salen. It's another small and friendly resort which is aimed again at beginners and families.
Stoten is on the other side of the mountain range, and is just a 20-minute transfer from the airport. It has 35km of slopes and is Sweden's best pick for ski slope variety, with 5 blacks and 5 reds in addition to the plentiful supply of beginner slopes.
Snow Conditions in Sweden
Salen, Klappen and Stoten's seasons tend to begin in December and end in April, as with mainland European resorts - this is the case for the 2024-25 season.
Snow coverage tends to be strong throughout these dates thanks to Sweden's high altitude and cold temperatures.
Tree-lined runs in Hundfjallen, Sweden
Apres Ski and Non Ski Activities in Sweden
Don’t expect a serious après scene like in famous French and Austrian resorts - Swedish ones are more relaxed, although still offer live music and a somewhat lively atmosphere in some areas.
Klappen has the Halster Bar & Bistro in the middle gondola station which has live music, while the Lindvallen Wärdshuset is at the base of the Gustav-III 8-person chairlift at 590m, and offers live music from Thursday-Sunday.
The only place similar to a Folie Douce - picture dancing on the tables up in the French mountains on a sun terrace! - would be the Tandådalens Wärdshus, which has live music and DJ sets outside when the weather permits, and a much livelier atmosphere than anywhere else. This is closest to the Salen cluster of villages.
Each resort will have saunas and steam rooms, as well as cafes and restaurants to explore. Stoten has a bowling alley and a leisure centre.
Ski accommodation in Sweden
There are many cabins dotted about throughout the forests, although we’d recommend the Stoten Ski Hotel and the SkiStar Lodge Hundfjallet where you can get free breakfast and also the option of dinner in the hotel’s restaurant, as well as a bar to meet other people in the hotel.
Have a look at our Sweden ski deals to find your perfect accommodation.
Transfer times to resorts in Sweden
Lift passes for Swedish ski resorts
Ski passes vary depending on when you travel and discounts are available for purchasing in advance. As an added bonus, the pass comes with a number of discounts as part of the MySkiStar scheme. This includes discounts on online purchases and free Wi-Fi.