The Ski Resort
Valdres Alpinsenter in Aurdal is the largest ski resort in the Valdres region. Set on the sunny side above the village, the resort offers a varied piste network with runs for all ability levels — from wide beginner slopes and forest descents to steep pitches that challenge advanced skiers. Thanks to the Fjellstølheisen with its top station at 1,050 metres, the season can start as early as mid-November and regularly extends to the end of April — an unusually long ski window for southern Norway.
A terrain park and a freestyle park are part of the offering, along with a dedicated children's area with a conveyor belt and a children's lift. When snow conditions allow, off-piste terrain beyond the groomed runs beckons too.Valdres Alpinsenter is part of the Valdreskortet — a shared season pass covering seven ski areas in the Valdres region, including Beitostølen, Tyin-Filefjell and Raudalen.
Interesting facts
- The vertical drop from summit to base is 371 m. The average difference in altitude between base and summit of Ski Resorts in Norway is 424 m. The ski resort takes you to an elevation of 1,060 m.
Snow Safety & Snowmaking
On Mountain Dining
Several dining options keep you fuelled in and around the resort. The Alpinkroa at the base serves quick bites between runs. The Koja Panorama scores with its views, Fjellparkstua with its cosy atmosphere. For something more refined, book a table at Danebu Kongsgaard — a historic estate with gourmet dining just steps away.
Nightskiing
Every Thursday, floodlit evening skiing runs from 18:00 to 20:00. Additional evening sessions are offered during the Christmas holidays, the winter half-term week and Easter.
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Activities
The local Aurdal og Kruk trail association maintains a cross-country trail network in the surrounding area. Nearly all accommodation around the resort offers ski-in/ski-out access — for both alpine and cross-country skiing.
Dining and Restaurants
The range of dining sets Valdres Alpinsenter apart from many comparable resorts. Beyond the slope-side venues, the Aurdalsstua in the village and Aurdal Fjordcamping provide further options.
Infrastructure & Rental
The Skilåven at the base station houses ski rental, ski service, a sports shop and the ski school under one roof. The ski school offers private lessons in alpine skiing and snowboarding at all levels, bookable online or on site. Premium Stöckli skis are available for hire.
Skischools
Number of Ski Rental
Getting here
By Car
There are several parking spaces right in front of the center.