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Cross-country skiing Vemdalen

Vemdalen offers an extensive trail network with groomed cross-country tracks in both alpine terrain and forested areas. The trails are maintained regularly to ensure good conditions throughout the season and are located close to the ski areas.

Cross-country skiing in Vemdalen

The cross-country trails in Vemdalen are located in close connection with the ski areas in Björnrike, at Vemdalsskalet, and in Klövsjö and Storhogna, as well as at several other locations in the area.

The trail network offers both classic and skating styles, with a range of distances and difficulty levels – from easy loops to more demanding tracks.

Cross Country Arena Björnrike

Cross-Country Arena Björnrike offers both classic and skating tracks. Several trails of varying lengths are available, including 3 km of floodlit tracks. Facilities at the arena include a warming hut, toilets and a waxing hut.

Cross-Country skiing Björnrike
4 of 4 cross country trails open for the season
  • 2 km ,
    Cross-Country Arena - Björnrike Röd ,
    Open, groomed 2026-01-13 07:00
  • 3 km ,
    Cross-Country Arena - Björnrike Blå ,
    Open, groomed 2026-01-13 07:00
  • 4.5 km ,
    Cross-Country Arena - Björnrike Gul ,
    Open, groomed 2026-01-13 07:00
  • 7.5 km ,
    Cross-Country Arena - Björnrike Grön,
    Open, groomed 2026-01-13 07:00
  • 1.6 km ,
    Blästervallen,
    Open, groomed 2026-01-09 07:00

In addition to the trails at Cross-Country Arena Björnrike, there are several cross-country and touring trails throughout Vemdalen. These trails are operated by Destination Vemdalen and require a trail pass. For up-to-date information, trail status and to purchase a trail pass, please visit vemdalen.se.

Buy Cross-CountryPass

You can easily load your Cross-CountryPass for Cross-Country Arena Björnrike online here, directly in the SkiStar app, or by scanning the QR code at the arena entrance. The Cross-CountryPass is included in SkiStar All Year and SkiStar All Winter.

Information and guidelines in the cross-country trails

  • Dogs must always be kept on a lead and may only run in the skating track. Please clean up after your dog.
  • Never walk in the cross-country tracks.
  • Child sledges may only be used in the skating track if fitted with skis that do not damage the classic tracks.
  • Follow the designated directions of travel.
  • Skiers approaching from behind must give way. Please step out of the track and allow faster skiers to pass when possible.
  • Please thank skiers who step aside. This helps maintain a positive atmosphere on the trails.
  • Always stop at the side of the trail and ensure your poles are not obstructing others.
  • Step out of the track when using the herringbone technique to avoid damaging the tracks.
  • Adjust your speed to the conditions and be prepared to stop for unexpected obstacles.
  • Be aware that trail conditions may change depending on the weather.
  • Respect nature. Take your litter with you and avoid disturbing wildlife.

SkiStar Cross-Country Arena

This winter, anyone wanting to enjoy cross-country skiing will be able to do so at our SkiStar Cross-Country arenas in Åre, Vemdalen and Sälen.

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Complete alpine and cross-country equipment

Two in one! Skis (cross-country skis), ski boots and poles. You can wear both sets of equipment throughout the entire period of rental

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Tailor-made private lessons

New to cross-country skiing or keen to progress? Our trained cross-country instructors, SkiStar Guides, offer private guiding for all levels, in both skating and classic skiing.

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