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Skiing with fjord views in Sauda

Vinter
Last updated: 20.12.2024
Fire personer på ski som nyter utsikten over Saudafjorden.
© John EikCaffery
© John EikCaffery

When winter is settling over Sauda, the charming town in Ryfylke is transformed into a winter paradise.

Did you know that Ryfylke offers something quite unique? There aren't many places in the country where you can swing down a downhill ski slope and enjoy a magnificent fjord view at the same time - in Sauda Ski Centre you can do just that!

Flere jublende unger med slalomski på beina, sammen med en maskot.

Sauda Ski Centre

Sauda Ski Centre Svandalen is situated approx. 8 km from Sauda town centre in Ryfylke.

Bathing for hours on end

When your muscles ache and you're stiff and sore after a long day on the slopes, a dip in Saudahallen is just what your body needs. Here, you can choose between various indoor and outdoor pools – great fun for all generations.

Suldal Bad at Sand is also a paradise for water play, the perfect place to end the day after skiing. While the children gather and enjoy themselves in the 65m-long waterslide, you can relax in the hot tub and enjoy the peace and the fjord view.

Mange som bader i utebassenget.

Swimming facilities in Sauda

Saudahallen in Sauda in Ryfylke consists of an indoor swimming pool and outdoor swimming facilities.

Tre ungdommer som springer over noen flytende matter i bassenget.

Suldal Bad at Sand

Suldal Bad at Sand in Ryfylke contains several pools, sauna, climbing wall and water slide, and is an activity paradise for the whole family.

Sleep close to nature

Minnehaugen Turisthytte is perfectly located by groomed ski trails and close to Sauda Ski Resort, making it ideal for both cross-country skiing and downhill skiing. With 18 sleeping spaces, the cabin is perfect for families, groups of friends, school trips, and gatherings.

Minnehaugen Turisthytte in Sauda

Minnehaugen Turisthytte in Sauda

Minnehaugen Turisthytte is located in Slettedalen, half an hour's drive from Sauda town centre, towards Røldal and Hellandbygd. The cabin has 18 beds.

Sauda Klubb is a unique choice for those seeking a historical experience with space for the whole family. With 10 bedrooms, you can bring your loved ones along and enjoy the charming atmosphere of this historic building. Located near both Sauda town centre and winter activities, it serves as the perfect base to explore what Sauda has to offer.

Fasaden til Sauda Klubb

Historical Sauda Klubb in Sauda

Sauda Klubb is a historical building located centrally in Åbøbyen in Sauda, Ryfylke. You can rent the unique house can for small and large gatherings.

Marked cross-country ski trails

Both in Sauda and Suldal, there are miles of marked cross-country ski trails. Pack your backpack with a good lunch, hot chocolate and strap on your skis!

Marked ski trails in Sauda

Marked ski trails in Sauda

In Sauda, Ryfylke, there are over 100 km of marked ski trails in eight valleys. Sauda is a popular destination for cross-country skiing, randonee and slalom.

Skitur på Gullingen.

Marked ski trails in Suldal

Suldal in Ryfylke comes to life in a new guise during the winter. Here you'll find 70 km of marked ski trails of varying length and difficulty.

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