Where to go downhill skiing around Stockholm?

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Lydie

23.01.2026

Visiting the Swedish capital in winter and looking to combine sightseeing with winter sports? Although Stockholm is far from the mountainous areas best suited to alpine skiing (which we discussed in a previous article), it is still possible to enjoy your favorite winter sport on a day trip from the city. Of course, the opening of these ski resorts depends on weather conditions, which vary from year to year, even with artificial snowmaking: usually between December and early April.

Here are the closest ski slopes and lifts. Note that the vast majority of these small ski resorts no longer accept cash payments.

1 – Hammarbybacken

Located on the edge of Stockholm, between the eco-district of Hammarby Sjöstad and the municipality of Nacka, this artificial hill rising to 93 meters offers the privilege of skiing without really leaving the city.
More info: Hammarbybacken – skiing and activities in Stockholm

Image: www.skistar.com/en/hammarbybacken

Access and opening hours

Bus 74 and the Tvärbanan tram stop 450 m from the bottom of the slopes (Sickla Kaj stop).
Weekdays (outside school holidays): 3 pm–9 pm
Weekends: 9 am–5 pm
Holidays and public holidays: 10 am–5 pm

Facilities

Ski rental, shop and café on site. One lift and only 5 slopes, with varying difficulty levels. Children’s area for beginners. Snowboard area.

Prices

Hourly or day ski passes available. Buy online for the best rate, prices vary depending on the date.

2 – Ekholmnäsbacken (Lidingö)

A small, friendly, family-oriented ski resort that appeals to both children and adults. Its proximity to the sea offers views over the entrance of the archipelago.

image: www.ekholmsnäasbacken.se

Access and opening hours

By public transport: from Ropsten metro station, take bus 201 to the Stockby or Båtmansvägen stop, then walk 1.5 km to the ski area.
Weekdays: 4:30 pm–9 pm
Weekends: 9:30 am–4:30 pm
Closed Monday and Tuesday

Facilities

One lift and 2 slopes on a 70 m-high hill. Children’s area and snowpark with mogul run. Ski rental and café on site.

Prices

3-hour, 5-hour or day passes available.
Ekholmsnäsbacken - Buy your lift tickets and skipasses online

3 – Ekebyhovsbacken (Ekerö)

Located in the same municipality as the royal palace of Drottningholm, on the shores of Lake Mälaren, this mini ski resort still offers 4 slopes and 2 lifts, with a vertical drop of 84 m.

image: www.ekebyhovsbacken.se

Access and opening hours

From Brommaplan metro station, take bus 304 to the stop Ekebyhovsbacken.
Wednesday and Thursday: 5 pm–9:30 pm
Friday: 1 pm–9:30 pm
Weekends: 9:30 am–5 pm
Closed Monday and Tuesday

Facilities

Ski rental and café on site.

Prices

3-hour, 5-hour, or day passes available.
Best price online here: Buy lift tickets for Ekebyhovsbacken

4 – Väsjöbacken (Sollentuna)

Located in the municipality of Sollentuna, just over 20 km north of Stockholm, this ski area has 3 lifts and 4 slopes. You can easily enjoy a picnic sheltered from the cold or visit the café on site.

image: www.vasjobacken.se

Access and opening hours

Large free parking lot at the foot of the slopes. Also accessible by public transport: from Sollentuna pendeltåg (commuter train, line 41) station, take bus 527 to the Edsängen stop.
Weekdays (outside school holidays): 4 pm–9 pm
Friday: 2 pm–9 pm
Weekends, holidays, and public holidays: 10 am–6 pm

Facilities

Ski rental and café. Fun Park and snowboard area.

Prices

1-hour, 3-hour, 5-hour, and day passes available.
Via this link: Väsjöbacken Buy Lift Tickets

5 – Flottsbro (Huddinge)

At 103 m high, this ski area offers the longest slopes in the Stockholm suburbs (about 700 m of downhill skiing). It’s a perfect resort for families, with pleasant slopes and no major difficulties. A live webcam lets you check snow conditions and slope status in real time.

image : www.flottbro.se

Access and opening hours

Only 30 minutes by car from central Stockholm and quite easily accessible by public transport: take the pendeltåg to Huddinge Centrum, then bus 714.
Weekdays: 4 pm–9:30 pm (closed Monday and Tuesday)
Weekends: 9 am–5 pm

Facilities

Ski rental, restaurant on site. 3 lifts, 5 slopes, children’s area (sledding and skiing).

Prices

3-hour, 6-hour, or day passes available. Best price online.
More info here: Skiing in Stockholm - Flottsbro

6 – Kungsberget

Near Sandviken and Gävle, about a 2.5-hour drive from Stockholm, this ski resort is ideal for a full-day ski excursion. It is especially popular with snowboarders but also offers plenty for alpine skiers: 6 large lifts, 3 smaller ones and 25 slopes for all levels.
More information: Skidåkning nära Stockholm - Kungsberget

image : www.kungsberget.se

Access and opening hours

The resort operates a direct bus service every Saturday from Stockholm’s bus terminal (booking and schedules here: Kungsbergsbussen). It is also possible to travel by train to Gävle and then by bus to the resort.
Weekdays (outside school holidays): 9 am–4 pm, until 9 pm on Thursdays
Friday and Saturday: 9 am–6 pm
Holidays and public holidays: 9 am–6 pm

Facilities

Everything you need: equipment rental, accommodation, restaurants, bar, activities… a real ski resort!

Prices

3-hour or day passes available.
Buy SkiPass

7 – Romme Alpin

One of the largest ski resorts outside mountainous areas: 14 lifts serving 34 slopes of all difficulty levels. There’s something for everyone, regardless of ability. Ideal for a weekend trip from Stockholm, it is very popular and often crowded.

image : mittromme.rommealpin.se

Access and opening hours

The resort runs a shuttle bus service on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays (and daily during school holidays) from Stockholm’s bus terminal.
Weekdays (outside school holidays): 3 pm–9 pm
Weekends: 9 am–5 pm
Holidays and public holidays: 10 am–5 pm

Facilities

A full-service ski resort: equipment rental, accommodation, restaurants, bar, entertainment, shopping center…

Prices

Day pass only. Price varies depending on the day.
Romme Alpin - Skipass

8 – Säfsen (southern Dalarna)

About a 3.5-hour drive from Stockholm, in the Dalarna region, Säfsen is more of a weekend destination than a day trip. Excellent snow conditions and family-friendly facilities make it an ideal destination.
Winter for real | Säfsen Ski Resort

image : safsen.se

Access and opening hours

Public transport is possible, but a car is more practical to make the most of your short stay.
Daily: 9 am–4 pm
Until 6 pm on Saturdays

Facilities

Ski rental with mandatory reservation. Numerous accommodations, restaurants, and a bar.

Prices

Day, weekend, and weekly passes available. Best price online when booking at least 14 days in advance.
Buy lift passes Säfsen Resort

9 – Bjursås (Dalarna)

This more modest ski resort, compared to the previous one, is also set in the bucolic surroundings of the Dalarna region, about a 3.5-hour drive from Stockholm.
More info: Pistkarta Bjursås

image : www.bjursas.com

Access and opening hours

Car access recommended; allow about 3.5 hours’ drive from Stockholm.
Weekdays (outside school holidays): 9:30 am–3:30 pm
Thursday evenings: 6 pm–8 pm on the south-facing slopes
Extended hours during holidays and public holidays