Christmas ski holidays 2026 in Scandinavia – snow, skiing and festive moments

Spend Christmas 2026 in the Scandinavian mountains of Norway and Sweden, with reliable snow conditions, cosy accommodation and skiing for all ages. Choose between comfortable hotels or a traditional log cabin at Christmas, enjoy festive meals and relaxed evenings by the fireplace. Our holiday packages make it easy to plan a memorable Christmas in Sälen, Åre, Vemdalen, Trysil or Hemsedal.

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Christmas with Valle – a favourite for families

For children, Christmas in the mountains is something special. During the holidays, Valle welcomes families with activities, games and beginner-friendly skiing experiences. It’s a relaxed and playful way for children to enjoy both Christmas and the slopes.

Christmas dinner at SkiStar Lodges and hotels

Take a break from the usual Christmas preparations. Many of our lodges and hotels serve traditional Christmas dinners, allowing you to focus on spending time together. A popular choice for families and groups who want a comfortable holiday with everything in one place.

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Travel to Christmas ski resorts in Norway and Sweden

Reaching the Scandinavian mountains is easy, with flights and short transfers to several destinations. Once you arrive, accommodation, lifts and slopes are all nearby – making these Christmas ski resorts an accessible choice for a winter holiday away.

Plan your Christmas trip

What you’ll want to experience this Christmas 2026

Celebrate Christmas in Sweden

Celebrate Christmas in Norway

Christmas activities when travelling with children and teens

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Christmas fun challenges

Explore Snow Parks over Christmas with jumps, rails and fun challenges. Perfect for playful moments and making new friends!

Jump into SkiStar Snow Parks

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Christmas fun on the slopes

Thrilling rides for the whole family! Explore the mountain in a playful way and add extra excitement in the snow.

Try SkiStar Fun Rides

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Christmas skiing with Valle

Kids learn skiing safely and enjoyably with Valle. Perfect for younger skiers.

Become a Christmas ski star

Practical information for your Christmas holiday planning

Snow guarantee throughout the winter season

Book with confidence with our Alpine Snow Guarantee, valid until the end of the season at our Scandinavian ski resorts.

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Book care free all year round

Open purchase and free rebooking until 21 days before arrival with cancellation & rebooking cover.

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Insurance cover

To make you feel safe and secure when booking a stay at one of our destinations, we offer three levels of insurance cover specifically designed for your mountain holiday.

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Choose Friday or Saturday arrival

Start your ski week by arriving on Friday or Saturday and enjoy skiing on the weekend.

Snow-covered log cabins in a mountainous landscape with a lake and mountains in the background on a clear winter day in Åre, Sweden

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Pre-book your SkiPass – save money

The earlier you book, the cheaper your SkiPass will be. If you book a three-day SkiPass, you also become a Bronze member and get 10% off ski rental along with many more member discounts.

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