Hemsedal
The Scandinavian Alps: steep terrain with reliable powder and a lively après-ski scene popular with Norwegians.
Key Stats
Vertical Drop
790m (2,592ft)
The height difference between the top and bottom of the mountain
Summit Elevation
1,497m (4,911ft)
How high the highest lift or peak reaches
Base Elevation
680m (2,231ft)
Height of the main base village — higher means cooler, drier snow
Annual Snowfall
500cm (197in)
Average annual natural snowfall — higher is better for powder days
Trails
53
Total number of marked runs on the trail map
Lifts
20
Total number of lifts including chairlifts, gondolas, and t-bars
Skiable Area
290ha (717ac)
Total groomed and patrolled skiable terrain
Terrain Breakdown
The percentage of marked trails in each difficulty level. A higher beginner percentage means more terrain suitable for novices and families; a higher advanced percentage means more challenge for experts.
Easy
20%
Intermediate
40%
Difficult
40%
Best For
When to go
Average snowpack depth, by month.
Hemsedal's snowpack peaks in April.
- Snowpack
- peaks Apr
- Typical season
- Nov – May
Snow depth: ECA&D, daily station data (1994–2023).
Location
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