New illuminated slopes
SkiStar Åre has in preparation for the ski season created a mystical fairytale world on the slopes around the VM-8 lift’s top station that lights up the forest and the snow. From a distance, the mountain shimmers in different magical colours. While the rest of the surroundings are in darkness, your slope is illuminated in different ways to tell a unique story about legendary creatures and ancient fables. The project is done in partnership with Ljusarkitektur AB, headed by lighting designer Kai Piippo.
“Nowhere else in the world has anyone used a lighting theme to illuminate slopes. A level slope has been chosen for this purpose, which is new for the night skiing option. Night skiing used to attract mainly experienced skiers but now families, beginners and experienced skiers can enjoy night skiing in the centre of Åre,” says Niclas Sjögren Berg, Destination Manager, SkiStar Åre. Read more |
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National arena lighting
Floodlights are being added to the new National Arena that was completed last season, making it the perfect spot for evening events like Jon Olsson Invitational, Vattenfall Alpine Challenge and the Alpine World Cup. |
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Extended opening hours
The VM-8 lift will stay open longer all season. Thanks to the new lighting system, the lift can remain open between 8am and 4.30pm daily so that guests can use all the slopes that can be accessed from the top of the VM-8 lift. In addition, more night skiing will be possible every day during Christmas, New Year and spring breaks (20 feb - 4 march) between 6pm and 8pm.
This in addition to the regular night skiing. |
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Snowkite – kitesurfing on lake Åresjön
SkiStar Experience is expanding its range of activities, adding a high-speed event fuelled by the wind. Fly over the snow on either skis or a snowboard behind a kite. Snowkiting is becoming increasingly more popular and SkiStar Åre wants to offer its guests the chance to experience a unique snow adventure using simple means through its SkiStar Experience concept. |
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Ski School has PT
Åre’s guests can now make the most of their skiing with the ski school’s own PT who offers tips before, during and after your Åre stay. This is perfect for everyone who loves to practice, wants to become a better skier or just learn something extra to get started properly. Skiers can optimise their chances to improve on the slopes with the SkiSchool’s PT. |
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World Cup festival
Spring break in Jämtland coincides with the World Cup festival. Both WC in Freestyle Moguls and the Alpine WC will be arranged the same weekend in Åre. 9-10 march 2012. |
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Swedish Championship frenzy
Åre will host the Swedish Championships on its slopes at the end of March and beginning of April next year. Swedish champions will be crowned in several Freestyle and alpine skiing events.
29 march-1 april 2012. |
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