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Geilo Resort Guide
Closed for the season
Best months to book: January, March, February · last season + 30-yr record
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Closed for the season — closed April 19
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Resort Guide
Geilo is a renowned ski resort located in the heart of Norway, midway between Oslo and Bergen, offering a blend of alpine and cross-country skiing across varied terrain suitable for all abilities. The resort features 45 kilometers of slopes, 21 lifts, and a family-friendly atmosphere, complemented by snow parks, dedicated children's areas, and extensive winter activity options such as dog sledding and snowshoeing. Geilo stands out for its scenic mountain setting, well-developed infrastructure, and a welcoming village with a range of accommodations, dining, and wellness facilities.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Geilo
Lifts
20
Skiable area
845.6 ac
Longest run
2 km / 1.2 mi
Runs by difficulty(46 total)
Beginner
24
53% of terrain
Intermediate
16
35% of terrain
Advanced
6
12% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- High-speed 61
- High-speed quad2
- Quad chair1
- Surface lift12
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
No ski pass found
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Dr. Holms Bar – A classic après-ski destination in Geilo, Dr. Holms Bar is renowned for its cozy atmosphere, live music, and stylish cocktails, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers to unwind and socialize after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
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Off-season · 206cm full-season avg
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Off-season · 237cm full-season avg
206cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~168.9 cm. That's 18% below the 5-year average (206 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 29% below the 30-year average (237 cm).
Geilo Season Snowfall
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Geilo Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 299cm with an average of 141 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
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| November | 44cm | 19 days | 32cm | 50cm | 9cm |
| December | 45cm | 20 days | 61cm | 79cm | 9cm |
| January | 49cm | 21 days | 88cm | 105cm | 9cm |
| February | 38cm | 18 days | 105cm | 117cm | 8cm |
| March | 37cm | 18 days | 114cm | 125cm | 8cm |
| April | 31cm | 15 days | 108cm | 122cm | 8cm |
| May | 17cm | 10 days | 71cm | 102cm | 6cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2025-26
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No full season on record
27 days scored, from 23 Mar
34
Best Day
4 Apr
0
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
2
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
March 2026
- 2729 Mar
- 2428 Mar2cm
- 2430 Mar1cm
April 2026
- 344 Apr6cm
- 283 Apr2cm
- 285 Apr3cm
April scored highest for Geilo in 2025-26. Based on 27 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 5, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Geilo
- Where is Geilo?
- Geilo is a ski resort in Norway.
- How high is Geilo?
- Geilo runs from a base elevation of 800 m (2,625 ft) to a summit of 1,178 m (3,865 ft), giving a vertical drop of 378 m (1,240 ft).
- How big is Geilo?
- Geilo has 846 acres (342 hectares) of skiable terrain, 46 marked runs and 20 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Geilo?
- Geilo is on the No ski pass found. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Geilo?
- Geilo typically operates from December to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Geilo get in a typical season?
- Geilo averages 115 inches / 293 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
