Sirdal is a reliable ski resort snow wise. Most ski fields are located at 500-1,000 metres, and all are equipped with modern snow-making systems. The season normally starts in late November and lasts until Easter/late April.
Alpine skiing and snowboarding
Tjørhomfjellet is the newest ski field in Sirdal, and offers one chair lift, two platter lifts as well as a tow rope for children. The ski slopes at Tjørhomfjellet are long and enjoyable, and are suitable for skiers at all levels. Near the main slope there is an off-piste powder bowl for the more advanced skiers.
Tjørhomfjellet has its own ski play area for children, with a cosy wood-fired teepee, ideal for hot drink breaks. Near the chairlift you find the ski field cafe where après-ski is offered in the afternoon.
Tjørhomfjellet has its own ski rental.
Ski passes
Price examples for the 2011/2012 season
|
Tjørhomfjellet |
|
|
Adults |
Children |
| Day pass |
NOK 315 |
NOK 240 |
| Two-day pass |
NOK 570 |
NOK 435 |
| Weekend pass |
NOK 645 |
NOK 495 |
| Season pass |
NOK 3,700 |
NOK 2,850 |
Ski rental
Price examples for the 2011/2012 season
|
Adults |
Children |
| Skis |
NOK 300 |
NOK 220 |
| Snowboard |
NOK 300 |
NOK 220 |
Sirdal Ski & Snowboard School
Sirdal Ski & Snowboard School offers daily classes in snowboarding, slalom, telemark skiing and cross country. All the instructors are certified. The classes will be customised to suit your needs. Choose between private and group lessons.
Cross-country skiing
Sirdal is very good for cross-country enthusiasts, with 220 kilometres of groomed and marked winter trails.
Sirdal has four main areas where you can cross-country ski in groomed and marked trails:
- Ådneram - Suleskar
- Fidjeland - Tjørhom
- Tonstad - Josdal
- Mydland
Live reports showing which trail have been groomed and when, can be obtained at sirdal.no.
Sirdal offers three different floodlit trails/ski arenas:
- Feed ski arena is located only four kilometres from Tonstad, and is a modern competition arena for cross-country and biathlon. In summer, three kilometres are paved for roller skiing.
- At Tjørhom you will find three kilometres of floodlit tracks open from 5 pm on weekdays, and 10 am on weekends and during school holidays.
- Between Haugen and Kvæven you find 2.5 kilometers of floodlit tracks.
In addition to the marked and groomed trails, the Norwegian Trekking Association (DNT) puts out trail markers in the wilderness where you can go ski-touring to their cabins and sleep there. Map, compass and extensive outdoor experience are a must on these trips.
Winter without skis
Other than skiing, there are several other activities to enjoy in Sirdal.
Dog sledding
Imagine steering your own dog sledge into the wilderness. Tour options include:
- Ring trail around Sirdal Husky Farm. Suitable for families with a light meal included. Total duration: Three hours. Price: NOK 500 per person (children 4 - 10 years half price).
- Day trip for three to five persons. The route and destination are chosen depending on the weather and snow conditions. The trip ends with a light meal at Sirdal Husky Farm. Price: NOK 2,000 per person.
- Day trip for three to five persons. The trip ends with wood-fired sauna and hot tubs, in addition to a three-course dinner at Sirdal Husky Farm. Price: NOK 2,750 per person.
- 4.Dog sledding including one to three night's accommodation in a tent or cabin. Suitable for three to five persons. Price: from NOK 3,250 per person.
Swimming
Do you want a break from being outside in the snow? Try swimming at the Sirdal Høyfjellshotel, or at the Sageneset Feriesenter.
Sirdal Fjellmuseum
Visit the Sirdal Fjellmuseum, where you can watch a 180-degree panoramic film of Sirdal.
Where to stay
At Sirdal Høyfjellshotell you are situated in the heart of the ski slopes. At Byrkjedalstunet Hotel, you can enjoy staying in new rooms set up as a copy of a 19th-century courtyard. The rooms boast beautiful interiors and modern facilities. Sirdal Hytteformidling offers rental of private cabins in four different price categories. Read more about where to stay in Sirdal.
Dining and nightlife
At Sirdal Høyfjellshotell you can enjoy a better lunch or dinner in the à la carte restaurant, right next to the ski slopes. In its bright and airy space by the water, Sinnes Fjellstue offers tasty local food. Byrkjedalstunet Hotel serves home-made traditional Norwegian dishes, and is well known for its cosy atmosphere. Read more about dining in Sirdal.
Both Sinnes Fjellstue and Sirdal Høyfjellshotell offer after-ski activities.
Live webcam
The webcam is delivered by Tjørhomfjellet