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Cross-country skiing trail in Åre

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Åre Ski Resort

Best for

BeginnersYesNon-skiersNo
IntermediatesYesAprès skiYes
ExpertsYesSummer skiingNo
SnowboardersYesSnow reliabilityYes
FamiliesYesEnvironmental awarenessNo
Introduction:

The Swedish resort of Åre is one of Northern Europe's biggest skiing destinations and is certainly the most popular in Scandinavia. The resort has five different bases and a great number of slopes, offering a wide variety of runs from easy skiing opportunities for children and beginners to black pistes and challenging off-piste terrain.

There are also great options for snowboarding and telemarking. Heli-skiing is available, and there are 500km (311 miles) of cross-country skiing trails. The resort also has a very good ski centre for families with young children.

Location:

Åre is located in the county of Jämtland which borders Norway, just about midway on Sweden's north-south axis. The resort is situated 98km (61 miles) from the city of Östersund.

Website:
www.skistar.com/are

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