Gausdal

This winter, ski Gausdal for a resort close to Lillehammer with 20 pistes and over 220km of cross-country trails. The ski area is known as Skeikampen and this is a medium sized resort perfect for families.

Where

If you ski Gausdal (or Skeikampen) in Norway, you are in a medium sized ski resort. It is best for intermediate skiing and snowboarding. There's 20 pistes with 363 metres (1191 feet) of vertical descent and masses of cross-country trails. It's around 2.5 hours from Oslo airport and the nearest train station is at Tretten.

On the slopes

Intermediate skiers will ski Gausdal and really enjoy the pistes - albeit that may wear thin by the end of the week. There's 9 lifts for the 20 pistes and a total of 363 metres of vertical descent. The aline (or downhill) slopes are divided fairly equally across all levels of ability and there is a good terrain park and a half pipe for boarders. With snow cannons covering over half the pistes, snow coverage is usually good. Other resorts close by include Hafjell, Lillehammer, Kvitfjell and Valdres if you get desperate for more challenges. As with most ski resorts in Norway, the cross country tracks are extensive and well managed.

Off the slopes

Gausdal - Skeikampen is a relatively small village - which has some definite advtanges and some disadvantages. Accommodation is available close to the piste, although a little limited. There are a few bars and restaurants - but not an endless choice. It's relatively quiet! Additional activities include 220km of cross-country trails and usual winter sports like tobogganing and ice skating.