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Hemavan in Sweden - a group of people standing on a snow covered hill.
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Hemavan in Sweden - two chairs in a room with a view of mountains.

Hemavan Overview

Hemavan Ski Resort is a delightful destination for family fun and outdoor adventure. Its slopes cater to a variety of activities, including skiing, snowboarding, and cross-country skiing, making it a versatile choice for winter sports enthusiasts. Beyond the typical snowy pursuits, Hemavan also serves as an ideal starting point for hiking and packrafting trips, offering a unique blend of activities to cater to a diverse range of interests.

The resort stands out not just for the range of activities it offers, but also for the quality of its environment. Hemavan boasts spectacular views that captivate visitors, creating a beautiful backdrop for their activities. It is particularly accommodating for intermediate skiers, providing good runs that cater to this skill level.

In addition to its outdoor activities, Hemavan offers excellent dining experiences. Solkatten is a standout with its top-notch pizza, while Björk provides a more comprehensive dining experience. While there may have been some fluctuations in food quality over the years, the cloudberry dessert at Björk continues to be a highlight.

However, Hemavan is not without room for improvement. A notable concern among visitors is the Kungsliften, a t-bar lift known for its considerable length. The absence of a chair lift for this particular route has been a source of frustration, with calls for it to be replaced to enhance the overall experience at the resort. Nevertheless, despite this minor drawback, Hemavan Ski Resort remains a favored destination for a memorable and enjoyable outdoor adventure.

Key insights

6 insights available

Skiable Terrain

678
Total area of accessible ski terrain
Max: 12366 ac

Total Run Distance

37.0
A total distance of all the piste runs
Max: 600 km

Number of Lifts

9
Total quantity of operational lifts
Max: 165 total

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Terrain Difficulty

Beginner
79.0%
Intermediate
19.0%
Expert
2.0%
Measured independently from mapped ski runs — figures may differ from resort marketing. Terrain statistics are derived from OpenStreetMap data © OpenStreetMap contributors, via OpenSkiMap.

Features

2 features available

Traditional Ski Resort

A classic ski resort with real snow

Night Skiing

Enjoy after-dark skiing operations

Frequently asked questions about Hemavan

Where is Hemavan?

Hemavan is a ski resort in Västerbotten, Sweden, at coordinates 65.8200, 15.0900.

How many lifts does Hemavan have?

Hemavan has 9 lifts, serving 37 km of marked runs and 678 ac of skiable terrain.

How high is Hemavan?

Hemavan has a peak elevation of 1,136 m, a base elevation of 462 m and a vertical drop of 674 m.

How is Hemavan rated?

ShredIndex rates Hemavan 68.7 out of 100, based on catalogued resort data and 3 skier reviews.

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678 ac

Skiable Terrain

37km

Total Run Distance

9total

Number of Lifts

1136m

Peak Elevation

674m

Vertical Drop

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Best Time to Visit

457.5cm
Annual Snowfall
11 year average
Peak: January (104.8cm)
48.4cm
Nov
64.3cm
Dec
104.8cm
Jan
61.8cm
Feb
90.9cm
Mar
45.4cm
Apr
Snow Season (Nov-Dec-Jan-Feb-Mar-Apr)
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