Stranda Ski Resort Norway
Known as a 'go to' location for powder seekers, Stranda (or Strandafjellet) is deep in the Sunnmøre region of western Norway and has all the attributes of a stunning ski resort. Overlooking the Storfjord (the entry waterway to the incredible Geirangerfjord), Stranda has a reliable snowpack, long skiable vertical, intriguing off-piste and modern ski lifts to go with the utterly gobs-smacking views across the classic Norwegian landscape. The broader Sunnmore region is a ski-touring and backcountry mecca, nearly the equivalent of the Lyngen Alps & Lofoten Islands, but with lesser crowds of international skiers & snowboarders.
Before we get to visit this intriguing ski resort, check out powder day possibilities on the ski trail map below.
Ski Lift Open Days & Times
Stranda ski lifts run on a highly variable timetable throughout the season. Despite having a season running from early December to late April, there are lots of closed days in December, January & late April. See a summary of the 24/25 operating timetable quirks below:
- December is open weekends only (10am-4pm) until the Christmas period
- Christmas period. Dec 21-23 & Dec 26-30 open from 10am-4pm, Dec 24/25 closed, Dec 31 open from 10am to 3pm
- January. Jan 1-5 open from 10am-4pm, Mondays & Tuesdays are closed, Wednesdays open from 11am-4pm, Thursdays & Fridays open from 11am-8pm (night skiing from 16pm-8pm), Saturdays & Sundays open from 10am-4pm
- February to April 21 open every day from 10am-4pm with night skiing open until 8pm on Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays until March 21
- April 22-25 closed
- April 26/27 open from 10am-4pm
Stranda Accommodation
Accommodation near the ski area is largely in privately run holiday home & apartment rentals with very few hotels or other commercial lodgings in the immediate vicinity. Most lodging is close to the base of the ski lifts, which a few more options on the fjord shore in the village of Stranda. Search & book here for all Stranda ski accommodation.
The nearest large town is Alesund, a pretty coastal port city around 55km (1¼hr) by road & ferry from the ski area to the west. Several nice hotels & apartments are near the centre of town on the waterfront. One of the best is the 4-star Hotel 1904. Search & book here for all Alesund accommodation.
More information about this European ski resort is coming soon.
Review
The Powderhounds will try and review Stranda in 2026. Yes, it is a long time away but we can only do so much! Stay tuned for our sparkling repartee, new photos & insights. More info will come after we visit.
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