Lillehammer, Norway

A very popular resort for people seeking good skiing mixed with evening entertainment. From here you are able to ski 3 mountains only 15-30 minutes away. There's much to see in Lillehammer Town should you wish to take a break from skiing.

Stunning mountains, peaceful valleys and a generally unspoiled natural environment make Lillehammer one of the world's great winter sport havens. Lillehammer is the oldest of the inland towns of Eastern Norway and is placed at the northern end of lake Mjøsa. It is known as the gateway to the Gudbrandsdal valley, the town is of a moderate size yet offers a richness of entertainment and nightlife.

Lillehammer is known worldwide as it was the host to the 1994 Winter Olympics and as such boasts an enviable mix of shops, bars, clubs, restaurants, swimming pool, cinema and cultural highlights. Lillehammer offers excellent evening entertainment through its selection of clubs and bars giving an excellent opportunity to unwind after a day on the slopes. Norwegian Wood Travel have been able to secure discounts for its customers with Felix Pub and Scene and Blamann Restaurant (please ask for details).

The action on the slopes takes place at nearby Hafjell, Kvitfjell and Skei. Hafjell is an Olympic facility offering a great many activities, whilst further north, Kvitfjell provides one of the worlds most challenging downhill runs. With these venues being so close to hand your requirements can be met with ease, especially as the lift passes are valid at all three locations, providing the best flexibility for your holiday.

The Ski runs offer near perfect conditions and slopes for all types of beginners from skiers to snow boarders, the runs are long, wide and uncrowded. For inter-mediates and advanced the efficient lift system means queuing is virtually unheard of making for non-stop skiing, you can even experience the thrill of using several of the runs used as downhill events during the 1994 Olympics. For snow boarders there is a separate area complete with mega jumps, half-pipes, quarter-pipes, fun box and slides.

In the Olympic Park can be found Ski Jumping Tower, Hakons Hall (multi purpose sports arena), Olympic Museum and a thrill not to be missed is a trip down the slopes on the ski buggies at Kanthaugen Freestyle arena. The Olympic experience can be felt through The Downhill and Bob Simulator.

Using technology usually reserved for astronauts and pilots you are able to experience both Downhill and Bobsleigh the way the 1994 Olympians did. For those who wish to take the thrills a little further The Lillehammer Olympic Bobsleigh and Luge Track offers a thrilling experience. The only artificially cooled track in Scandinavia measures 1710m in length with a drop of 114m and includes 16 curves. The track can be completed by a number of methods all guaranteed to entertain thrill seekers of any age.

For children's activities, Ski facts, travel ski check, resort activities and ski pack see Hafjell.

Oslo airport to resort 1 hour 30 minutes.

LOCATION: 10 minutes walk from town centre 15 minutes bus journey to Hafjell. 
FACILITIES: Reception/kiosk restaurant and lounge in the hotel

MEALS: Self catering 
ROOMS: Apartment covers 60m2 2 bedrooms with bunk beds, one bedroom with double bed, 2 bathrooms with shower/WC. Kitchen with dishwasher, coffee maker, fridge, Living/dinning room with sofa group, Satellite TV, telephone, private balcony around each apartment. Private ski booth.
FACILITIES: The use of the hotel.
STAR RATING: NWT HHHH

MEALS: Buffet breakfast, packed lunch available for an extra 35n.kroner. 
ROOMS: Double rooms with twin beds, satellite TV, telephone, bathroom with shower.
FACILITIES: 25% discount for persons travelling with NWT at Blåmann Restaurant and bar. Skibus everyday to Hafjell and Kvitfjell on saturdays
STAR RATING: NWT HHH

ROOMS: Rooms contain 2/4 Beds (bunks) TV, telephone and sink, linen and towels provided. W/C in corridor and shower and sauna in basement.
STAR RATING: NWT HH

LOCATION: Situated in idyllic surroundings at the southern end of Main street (Storgaten) in Lillehammer. and magnificent panoramic view of the lake Mjøsa.
MEALS: Breakfast buffet, evening meal, buffet or 3 course meal with coffee. Packed lunch available from breakfast buffet at 50N.Kroners.
ROOMS: Double rooms with bathroom cable TV, telephone and hair dryer. 
FACILITIES: Nightclub, Bar and saloons, restaurants, swimming pool, sauna and solarium.
STAR RATING: NWT HHHH
Skibus everyday to Hafjell and Kvitfjell on Saturdays.