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Hemsedal vs Trysil

Trysil excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability. Trysil offers better value, while Hemsedal caters to those seeking a premium experience.

The Verdict

Trysil leads with 4 wins
Best for Families
Trysil

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
Hemsedal

117.9" average season

Best Terrain
Hemsedal

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Trysil

$70 day pass

Easiest Access
Trysil

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe
Trysil

Charming, walkable village

Hemsedal
Viken, Norway
$$$Independent
Trysil
Innlandet, Norway
$$Independent

Family

Ski School Age
3+
3+
Full-Day Program
Beginner Terrain
8.0
9.0
Walkability
7.5
7.5
Village Vibe
8.0
8.5

Mountain

Vertical
2,428'
2,165'
Skiable Area
1,730 ac
1,850 ac
Green Runs
25%
30%
Trails
53
71
Lifts
21
32

Getting There

Airport
OSL
OSL
Drive Time
3.7h
3h
Road Ease
7.0
7.5

Cost

Passes
Independent
Independent
Day Pass
$75
$70
Cost Tier
Premium
Moderate

Village

Dining
Good
Good
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Hemsedal

117.9"

avg season

2024-25 season

89.8" total

76%

Trysil

78.3"

avg season

2024-25 season

43.8" total

56%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
118"59"0"
Hemsedal
Trysil

Key Insights

Trysil excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability. Trysil offers better value, while Hemsedal caters to those seeking a premium experience.

Key Differences

  • Trysil's beginner terrain score (9.0) exceeds Hemsedal's (8.0), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Trysil is moderately priced while Hemsedal falls in the premium category

Best For

Hemsedal

  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)
  • Parents wanting full-day ski school programs

Trysil

  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)
  • Budget-conscious families
  • Parents wanting full-day ski school programs

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Best For

Best for Beginners
Most Walkable
Best for Toddlers

Guides

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