Fjätervålen: Skiing, Cross-Country Skiing and Mountain Trails

Fjätervålen combines a distinctive winter sports setting with trails, natural attractions and Swedish cultural history. Fjätervålen is considered the highest ski slope in Dalarna. When choosing accommodation for a ski holiday, it is also worth noting that the documented activities vary considerably: In addition to the ski slope, there are cross-country ski trails, mountain trails, a cycling trail, rest areas and excursion destinations in the nature reserve.

Winter sports and cross-country skiing

The Elljusspåret in Fjätervålen is 4.6 km long and has easy, family-friendly terrain. It is listed as closed. The 14 km-long FJÄLLET RUNT cross-country ski trail is also listed as closed. It runs via Svartfjället to Rybäckskojan, making it a considerably longer route than the Elljusspåret. Rybäckskojan is a small rest cabin with a stove that is open to everyone. It is 7 km of ski trail from Fjätervålen; overnight stays in the cabin are not permitted. A waxing cabin is also available around the clock at Fjätervålen's ski rental facility. This specific service is relevant information for cross-country skiers and downhill skiers, without making any claims about the facilities at an accommodation or the current opening status of slopes and cross-country ski trails.

Hiking trails with elevation and landscape highlights

The 6 km-long Toppleden hiking trail leads to the summit of Fjätervålen at an elevation of 1,002 m. From there, the trail offers views of the Städjan-Nipfjället nature reserve. Those who prefer a longer circular route can choose Fjätervålen runt, a 12 km loop that runs mostly through this nature reserve. For June 20, four open hiking trails with a total length of 31 km are listed in Fjätervålen. This date-specific information should be distinguished from the trails described as open year-round. The 4.5 km-long Björnstigen cycling trail is suitable for experienced cyclists and adds a sporting activity away from the hiking trails. The Foskdalsvallsleden hiking trail starts at the bottom station of the drag lift and ends in Foskdalsvallen.

Mountain massif, waterfall and swimming lake

The Städjan-Nipfjället nature reserve consists of a large mountain massif with the peaks Städjan, Nipfjället and Fjätervålen in the south. The Slukåsarna formations at Fjätervåla are a distinctive geological feature; they are considered the largest in Dalarna. There are also other destinations away from the mountain trails. The Lilla Fjätfallet waterfall is 4 km south of Fjätervålen. A suspension bridge over the river leads to a rest area with barbecue facilities at the waterfall. The Stora Harundsjön swimming lake is 15 km from Fjätervålen in the Städjan-Nipfjället nature reserve. This makes it possible to distinguish mountain trails, a waterfall and a lake as separate excursion destinations.

Foskdalsvallen and Swedish summer-pasture culture

Foskdalsvallen is a well-preserved Swedish summer pasture hut with origins dating back to the 17th century. The site marks the endpoint of the Foskdalsvallsleden and complements the sporting activities with a focus on cultural history. During the summer Fäbodentagen events in Foskdalsvallen, Jönnbröd, coffee and homemade pastries are served. Thus, alongside skiing, cross-country skiing and mountain trails, a clearly time-specific local tradition is also a focus of travel planning.

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