Myrkdalen ski resort guide Ski area, apres-ski, things to see & do
Resort Review
Despite being Western Norway's largest ski resort, not many people have heard of Myrkdalen and certainly not as a ski destination.
Thats maybe because it only declared itself a ski resort in 2003 when the first ski lift was installed - its moved on a long way since those early days with a modern lift infrastructure and good of f the slope amenities.
Transfers take just 2 hours by train or bus from Bergen making the slopes easily accessible for a weekend break.
With an average snowfall of 18 - 24 metres a season, the 30kms of pistes are guaranteed to be covered in deep snow. It is the perfect destination for fantastic skiing, snowboarding and ski touring with the ski season starting at the end of October right through to the start of May!
Après-ski
Off the pistes, Myrkdalen can be as relaxed or as lively as you want it.There is a small selection of bars and restaurants with the main hub being the Myrkdalen hotel at the base of the slopes.
| Key information (whole area) | |
|---|---|
| Altitude | 450m |
| Top lift | 1060m |
| Family | |
| Beginner | |
| Intermediate | |
| Expert | |
| Piste (km) | 30 |
| Longest run | 1 km |
| Off piste | |
| Cross country | km |
| Season | Nov - May |
| Snowboard parks | 1 |
| Heli Skiing | ✘ |
| Summer skiing | ✘ |
| Glacier skiing | ✘ |
| Babysitting | ✘ |
| Creche | ✔ |
| Apres ski | Relaxed |
Myrkdalen ski area guide
Whilst you can ski throughout the season, the best time is from mid February onwards when there is considerably more daylight than in December and January. Whilst the highest skiable point is only 1060m with a maximum vertical drop of 685m, you might be thinking that snow cover could be a problem. However, being so far North, snow is virtually guaranteed right to resort level.
Beginners
There are 3 beginner slopes across the mountain that cater for beginners before they move up on to the blue runs.
Intermediate
Intermediate skiers will find more than enough terrain to keep them entertained with 12 pistes graded blue or red.
Advanced
There are 2 black pistes but the secret is the off-piste terrain where the powder is deep and plentiful. For more adventure, try ski touring. There are many routes coming off the top of the Finnbunuten peak at 1060m.
Things to see & do
If you don't ski or fancy something different, there are plenty of other activities to try...
- Dog sleighing
- Snowmobile safari
- Tobogganing
Cross-Country
Experience the beautiful nature around Myrkdalen via the scenic cross country trails!
Featured ski chalets & cabins
There is a good selection of cabins to rent for long weekends, ski holidays or for the season. One thing you will notice is that all the shops, bars and restaurants are within walking distance and most of the accommodation offers door-step skiing.
See all rentalsOur view on Myrkdalen ski resort
Myrkdalen is off the radar - for the time being - meaning no lift queues and uncrowded slopes. If you are looking for a good family resort, guaranteed snow and an experience totally different to the Alps, then Myrkdalen is the ideal choice.
If you like Myrkdalen, you may also want to look at Hemsedal and Ruka in Finland.
