Norefjell ski resort is located in the south of Norway, not far north of the capital city of Oslo, and is set amid beautiful mountain scenery. There are 23kms of slopes for all ages, preferences and levels of experience. Those who prefer powder have plenty of off-piste, as well as cross-country trails.

Norefjell offers a number of visitor services and facilities, including a childcare centre, a grocery store and a service station; while nearby Vikersund has even more choices. Thousands of beds are available in top-class hotels, chalets and mountain huts, some of which are slope-side.

Norefjell’s 24kms of downhill runs are divided into 23 slopes, with four beginner runs, nine intermediate, seven upper intermediate and advanced, and three expert runs. All pistes are connected by 11 lift systems; the longest piste is an impressive six kilometres. Additionally, there are 120kms of marked cross-country trails and endless off-piste skiing options; while snowboarders have a large boarding area, with a big jump and a 60-metre pipe.

Other alternative activities and facilities to skiing at Norefjell ski resort include: mono-skiing, sleigh rides, snowshoe hiking, indoor swimming and a sauna. There are some fine restaurants serving traditional Norwegian fare, together with a handful of cafés and several bars and discos, providing a lively nightlife.

The November to early May ski season at Norefjell ski resort has its best snow conditions in February/March.

The most practical means of getting to Norefjell is to fly to Oslo and take the bus to the resort; alternatively, connect by train to Hønefoss and take a bus from there to the resort. Car hire from the airport offers the quickest transfer option to Norefjell.