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Cross-country skiing at Idre Himmelfjäll

Experience sparkling winter landscapes on cross-country skis

Cross-country skiing at Idre Himmelfjäll is something special. Here, you glide through snow-covered forests, across open marshlands and up onto the mountain, where the views stretch for miles. All our cross-country ski trails have natural snow only, with no artificial snow. It’s an activity that’s perfect whether you want to train, enjoy nature or simply take a peaceful ski tour in the fresh mountain air.

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Current trail status

See the current status of the cross-country trails and when they were last prepared.

Track status

Facts – cross-country skiing in Idre Himmelfjäll

The Fjället runt trail is approximately 17 km long and partially lit.

 

 

Total trails in the area

approx. 29 km

Most popular trail

Fjället runt – 17 km

Lighted trail

approx. 4 km

Mountain trails

3.5 km and 6.5 km

Style

Classic and skate

Trail pass

Required

The Mountain Loop – 17 km cross-country ski trail

One of the most popular trails is “The Mountain Loop”, an approximately 17-kilometer-long cross-country ski trail that winds around Idre Himmelfjäll. The trail passes through varied terrain and offers both beautiful views and sheltered sections in the forest.

Part of the trail is also lit by floodlights (approximately 4 km), making it possible to cross-country ski even in the evening.

Mountain trail at Idre Himmelfjäll

At the top of Himmelfjäll, you’ll find a unique mountain trail that winds its way across the mountain. Here you are greeted by expansive views, crisp mountain air, and a tranquility that is hard to find anywhere else.

It is a place for relaxation and nature experiences — whether you want to take a peaceful ride or get your heart rate up a little extra.

Facts – mountain trail

  • 3.5 km loop

  • 6.5 km

  • Start: Avstiget Sydexpressen

  • Lift up included in trail pass

How to get to the trails at the top

From the 6-chair lift Sydexpressen, you get to the trail start. Map coming soon. 

Track Pass Idre Himmelfjäll

With a track pass for Idre Himmelfjäll, you get access to the groomed cross-country trails around Himmelfjäll in beautiful mountain surroundings.

The most popular trail is “Fjället runt”, a cross-country trail of about 17 km that goes around all of Idre Himmelfjäll. The trail is about 4 km lit by floodlights and is suitable for both classic skiing and skate skiing.

At the top of Himmelfjäll, there are also two mountain trails with fantastic views:

  • 3.5 km

  • 6.5 km 

With the trail pass, you therefore get access to:

  • 17 km cross-country trail – Fjället runt

  • 4 km illuminated trail

  • Mountain trails of 3.5 km and 6.5 km

In total, this means about 29 km of cross-country trails in the area around Idre Himmelfjäll.

The lift ride up to the cross-country trails at the top is included when you have a valid track pass.

Prices track pass Idre Himmelfjäll 2026/2027

Period

8-15 years

Adult

65+

3 hrs**

45 SEK

70 SEK

45 SEK

1 day

65 SEK

100 SEK

65 SEK

2 days

115 SEK

180 SEK

115 SEK

3 days

155 SEK

270 SEK

155 SEK

4 days

180 SEK

295 SEK

180 SEK

5 days

205 SEK

330 SEK

205 SEK

6-8 days

240 SEK

395 SEK

240 SEK

9 days

310 SEK

500 SEK

310 SEK

10 days

340 SEK

550 SEK

340 SEK

11 days

370 SEK

605 SEK

370 SEK

12 days

400 SEK

655 SEK

400 SEK

13 days

435 SEK

705 SEK

435 SEK

Season

465 SEK

765 SEK

465 SEK

Children 0-7 years travel free.

**Paid with Swish on the track when you start. Swish numbers are  outside the Ski Shop and on the trail outside the reception. Trail passes are purchased at the reception for a specific day and time.

Track Pass Idre Himmelfjäll + Idre Fjäll

The cross-country ski trails at Idre Himmelfjäll are connected to a larger cross-country skiing network in the area. With a shared trail pass, you get access to approximately 100 kilometres of groomed cross-country ski trails around Idre Himmelfjäll and Idre Fjäll.

In addition to the trails at Idre Himmelfjäll, you also get access to the cross-country ski trails at Idre Fjäll, offering:

  • Approximately 100 km of groomed cross-country ski trails across varied terrain.

The trail system includes everything from shorter exercise trails to longer mountain tours through forests, wetlands, and open mountain expanses.

This track pass is suitable for you if you want to:

  • go on longer trips

  • vary your cross-country skiing

  • explore the entire cross-country ski area around Idre

Just like with the track pass for Idre Himmelfjäll, the lift ride up to the mountain trail is included when you have a valid track pass.

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Things to keep in mind on the trail - trail rules

  • Track passes are mandatory

  • Children 0-7 years travel free

  • Right-hand traffic applies on the track

  • Dog and sled should travel beside the tracks

  • The trails are prepared daily

  • Lift ride is included in the trail pass

  • Receipt + identification counts as track pass for online purchases

Frequently Asked Questions about Cross-Country Skiing

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