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Visitor reviews for Åre Ski Resort

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Ski Resort Rating: Rate Åre

• February 15, 2011
  Richard Bloomfield from United Kingdom
  

  I have chosen Scandinavia for the last three years because, despite what other reviews on here say, it is very quiet. We find the town has a good choose of bars and restaurants and there is some night life too.
  When the cost of eating out and drinking in France is so high, Sweden has become a cheaper alternative. Plus when to you last rent an apartment in France with a sauna in the bathroom!
  The snow conditions are much the same as any French resort, but rather than ice and slush, the slopes in Are are normally just hard packed snow.
  You rarely have to wait in lift lines, at worst a couple of minutes, but there are quite a few long drag lifts.
  It can get cold, especially in early January when the days are also quiet short - ride all day and don't stop for lunch.
  I'd recommend this place to anyone looking for a cheap winter holiday or late season ride. The people are friendly, speak perfect English.
  With snow conditions in Europe being so poor this year, it's a no-brainier.

• April 07, 2009
  Adrian from United Kingdom
  

  Åre has a good range of skiing for beginners and intermediates, especially. Great family resort with some lovely ski areas for young kids; some nice cafes and BBQ areas on slopes. Åre can get a bit windy. I've never seen so many people skiing with neck warmers on. Seems to cater well for disabled skiers.
  Lots of other activities in the area. I guess that compared to some alpine resports it may seem commercialised or lacking in charm but when you have a young family, the plus points of Åre resort far outweigh this.

• October 24, 2006
  Steve Baylis from United Kingdom
  

  Are is a great place to visit, and yes it is cold, and yes, some of the runs can be a bit overcrowded, but all of the runs are great, some steep stuff for the more advanced, some winding runs for the novice, not a lot for the beginner though.
  I would certainly recommend visiting in late Jan onwards...Pack plenty of warm stuff.

• October 26, 2005
  J.L from Sweden
  

  Åre can be great, but yes it does get overcrowded and is a little too commercialised . For beautiful nature, guaranteed snow and no large queues for the lifts, ( However Easter can be very hectic ) I would recommend the small resorts of Tärnaby-Hemavan in Southern Lapland. Great runs, Fantastic off pist , Heli-skiing , snowboarding , cross country skiing and snow scooter paradise ! There's something for everyone .. even dog sledding ! Tärnaby is home of Alpine legends Ingemar Stenmark and Stig Strand more recently World Champion Anja Pärson. Best times to Ski - from February to end of April . However November is great at the start of the season. It's a bit dark in December and January , but it's still a magical winter wonderland ! Good New Year's parties. For budget, comfortable accommodation with wonderful views check out www.TarnabyLapland.com . They're building a new Backpacker section ready for early 2006 season. You can get discounted ski-passes and also off hire equipment.

• July 08, 2005
  John from Sweden
  

  February and march are the best to be in Åre. Its a great place then.
  Only weaklings found it cold before that :-)

• April 07, 2004
  seth morrisson from United Kingdom
  

  this place really sucks,unless you go here late spring. the snowconditions are horrible, lots of is, windy and lots of people(!!!?????why). but bring your best dh- bike here in the summertime, it`s oh so much fun!!!

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  Jon Jungel from Norway
  

  The big problem with Åre is that the snow is usually very hard and icy. It just doesn't snow enough. When the snow conditions are good, however, it is a very good destination. Among the best in Scandinavia. Good vertical drop, plenty of off-piste and quite fast lifts.