Skiing in Västerås

For many people, skiing is a completely new experience and if you've always wanted to give it a try, you've come to the right place.

Whether you want to glide through snowy forests on cross-country skis or head for the slopes, Västerås and the surrounding area make it easy to discover a new favorite winter activity.

Downhill skiing

Vedbobacken, awarded “Local ski slope of the year,” is a popular winter destination in Västerås. Thanks to artificial snow, the slope and cross-country tracks stay open throughout the season.

Here you’ll find:

• Downhill skiing
• Cross-country skiing
• A family-friendly sledding hill

Discover Vedbobacken here (link in Swedish) External link, opens in new window.

Cross-country skiing

Prefer forest surroundings? At Rocklunda, Västerås’ main sports and outdoor area, you will find cross-country ski tracks with artificial snow available all winter long. It os one of the most accessible places for skiing in central Sweden.

Discover Rocklunda here (link in Swedish) External link, opens in new window.