Home

Resort Comparison

Kläppen vs Myrkdalen

Myrkdalen excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability, while Kläppen offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

The Verdict

Myrkdalen leads with 4 wins
Best for Families
Myrkdalen

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
Myrkdalen

307.8" average · Reliably deep

Best Terrain
Myrkdalen

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Kläppen

$40 day pass

Easiest Access
Kläppen

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe
Myrkdalen

Charming, walkable village

Kläppen
Dalarna, Sweden
$$Independent
Myrkdalen
Vestland, Norway
$$Independent

Family

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

Mountain

Vertical
1,312'
2,070'
Skiable Area
617 ac
560 ac
Green Runs
30%
20%
Trails
40
25
Lifts
14
8

Getting There

Airport
TRD
BGO
Drive Time
3h
2.5h
Road Ease
7.5
4.5

Cost

Passes
Independent
Independent
Day Pass
$40
$62
Cost Tier
Moderate
Moderate

Village

Dining
Moderate
Moderate
Grocery
Spa
Pool
Add a third resort to compare

Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Kläppen

78.6"

avg season

2024-25 season

56" total

71%

Myrkdalen

307.8"

avg season

2024-25 season

301.3" total

98%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
308"154"0"
Kläppen
Myrkdalen

Key Insights

Myrkdalen excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability, while Kläppen offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

Key Differences

  • Myrkdalen's walkability score (9.0) exceeds Kläppen's (8.0), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
  • Myrkdalen's family village atmosphere score (8.5) exceeds Kläppen's (7.5), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
  • Myrkdalen has greater vertical drop (2,070' vs 1,312'), offering longer runs

Best For

Kläppen

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

Myrkdalen

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

More Comparisons

Åre vs MyrkdalenÅre vs KläppenKvitfjell vs MyrkdalenKläppen vs KvitfjellMyrkdalen vs NarvikKläppen vs Narvik

Explore More

Regions

Colorado
Utah
British Columbia

Best For

Best for Beginners
Most Walkable
Best for Toddlers

Guides

First Family Ski Trip Guide
Best Time to Go Skiing