Kvitfjell, Oppland

Kvitfjell resort guide

Oppland, Norway

Olympic downhill venue with challenging terrain

Kvitfjell at a glance

20
Pistes
8
Lifts
1,039m
Top
1,039m
Base
0m
Vertical
RRS
Nearest airport, 138 km
20% beginner40% intermediate40% advanced

Kvitfjell hosted Olympic downhill events and offers challenging terrain with excellent snow conditions.

Your questions about Kvitfjell, answered

How big is Kvitfjell?

Kvitfjell has 20 pistes served by 8 lifts — 10th for pistes of the 16 resorts we track in Norway. On lifts it ranks 11th of the 16.

How high is Kvitfjell?

The lifts run from 1039m at the base to 1039m at the top, a vertical of 0m. Of the 16 resorts we track in Norway, that is the 11th highest, with the 15th biggest vertical.

Is Kvitfjell good for beginners or experts?

The pistes at Kvitfjell split 20% beginner, 40% intermediate and 40% advanced, against an average of 33% beginner and 18% advanced across the resorts we track in Norway.

On those numbers it suits confident skiers and riders looking for steep terrain.

When is the ski season at Kvitfjell?

Over the last ten winters Kvitfjell has typically held skiable snow at mid-mountain from around 1 December to 8 May, about 160 days.

February is the best all-round month on the record, with an average base of 84cm, 31cm of new snow and 0.3 bluebird days.

Month-by-month snow history →

What is the nearest airport to Kvitfjell?

The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Røros (RRS), 138km away in a straight line. Scandinavian Mountains (SCR), Sweden is 147km, Oslo-Gardermoen (OSL) is 151km. Road distances are longer, often much longer in the mountains, and the nearest airport is not always the one with the most flights.

How much is a lift pass at Kvitfjell?

A 6-day adult Alpinco (Hafjell, Kvitfjell, Oppdal) costs NOK 3,220 for 2025/26, or NOK 537 a day. For value it ranks 15th of the 16 resorts we price in Norway.

Full lift pass prices and history →

Airports near Kvitfjell

Airports with scheduled flights, nearest first. Distances are straight-line; by road they are longer, and in the mountains often much longer.

  • RørosRRS
    138 km
  • Scandinavian MountainsSCR
    147 km · major airport
  • Oslo-GardermoenOSL
    151 km · major airport

Travel time to Kvitfjell

Pick the airport you fly from for an estimate of the journey to the resort.

  • Fly to Røros (RRS)Quickest
    Flight
    2h 25m · 1,422 km
    Transfer by road
    2h 50m · 186 km
    Total
    ≈ 5h 15m
  • Fly to Oslo-Gardermoen (OSL)
    Flight
    2h 10m · 1,206 km
    Transfer by road
    3h 10m · 204 km
    Total
    ≈ 5h 20m
  • Fly to Scandinavian Mountains (SCR)
    Flight
    2h 20m · 1,349 km
    Transfer by road
    3h 5m · 198 km
    Total
    ≈ 5h 25m

Estimates from straight-line distances, not timetables: flights at typical cruising speed plus taxi and climb, transfers at an average 65 km/h by road. They leave out check-in and baggage time, and mountain roads in snow can take much longer. Check with airlines and transfer companies before booking.

Kvitfjell lift pass 2025/26

NOK 3,2206-day adult Alpinco (Hafjell, Kvitfjell, Oppdal) · ≈£256

NOK 537 per day · 0.4 km of piste per € · #15 of 16 for value in Norway

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Price history since 2000/01, currency converter & value breakdown

Kvitfjell piste map

We publish a piste map only once we have checked it against the lift company's own file, and we do not yet have a verified map for Kvitfjell. Most resorts release the new season's map between October and December, so this page will fill in as winter approaches. In the meantime, Kvitfjell has 20 pistes and 8 lifts, running from 1,039m to 1,039m.

Why go to Kvitfjell

  • Stunning Nordic scenery
  • Excellent for all skill levels
  • Great for families
  • Beautiful mountain views
  • Modern lift infrastructure
  • Good value for money

Things to know

  • Can get crowded during peak season
  • Limited nightlife
  • Weather dependent
  • Limited tree skiing
  • Can be windy
  • Limited challenging terrain

Skiing and snowboarding Kvitfjell by ability

Beginners

Kvitfjell is excellent for beginners! The resort has dedicated beginner areas with gentle slopes, excellent ski schools, and modern lifts.

Intermediates

Perfect for intermediate skiers! Kvitfjell offers a great variety of intermediate terrain with well-groomed pistes and modern lifts.

Advanced

Advanced skiers will find some challenging terrain at Kvitfjell, but the resort is primarily known for its beginner and intermediate skiing.

Our take on Kvitfjell

Food & dining

Après-ski

Price level

Mid-range

Facilities

Official resort website: kvitfjell.no

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