Winter in paradise - Åre Sweden

With the wilderness on your doorstep a visit to Åre, Sweden offers a fabulous holiday whether you're looking for simple relaxation or adrenaline-fuelled adventures.

Nowhere else in the mountains of Scandinavia will you find such a wide variety and quality of activities for the whole family. 

A  wide range of ski runs offering world-class skiing, varied terrain and upbeat nightlife not to mention the stunning panoramic views are just some of what Åre has to give.

• Åre tourist information
• Travelling to Åre
• Accommodation in Åre

The Åre resort

In the middle of the ski area lies Åre, a small and buzzing town where life never stops. The cable car takes you directly up to the top of the mountain where you can ski all the way down to the square within around 15 minutes.

If you are a keen shopper you can find all the latest gear in the range of ski stores. There are many restaurants in Åre, some ten on or around the square alone, offering delicious and characteristic food from all over the world.  Plus nightlife for any taste, every night.

For all the family

Åre offers ski and snowboarding lessons for all levels, ages and abilities if you choose to spend your week skiing. Lessons start at around 625 Sek (approx £52) for 1 hour 30 minute lessons spanning over 3 days.  Lesson for the kids start at around 580 Sek (approx £59).  

If you do choose to hit the slopes make sure you pre-book ski passes online for the best deal. Renting equipment is quick and easy with 8 Skistar rental shops on the resorts, it's up to you where you rent and return your equipment.

Winter activities

If you want a taste of other activities in Åre I have to recommend sledging with the huskies, the snow mobile tour up Reindeer Mountain and the 90 foot zipline for the more adventurous. Other adrenalin activities include kitesurfing, paragliding, ice driving, ice fishing and much more.

Accommodation

For those who want a taste of luxury, want to splash the cash or are on a business trip then The Copperhill Lodge, the only 5* hotel in Åre, is for you. 

For those with young children or large families The Holiday Club offers indoor activities such as an adventure pool complex, bowling, golf simulator, adventure golf and much more all starting from around 5475 Sek (approx £464) for a four night stay. 

Åre also offers Hotel Torg a simple but stylish youth hostel central to the ski lifts and slopes, prices start from around 1445 Sek (approx £122) for a Sunday to Thursday break.

Eating out in Åre

• Restaurant Karolinen - Experience cooking your food on a 300° stone.
• Bustamon restaurant - Perfect stop-off for lunch, one of the most popular restaurants in Åre.
• Villa Tottebo - Deliciously presented Swedish cuisine, go for the lamb or Swedish meatballs.
• Timmerstugan - Perfect for a light lunch between skiing.
• Copperhill restaurant - 3 course meals cooked to perfection.