Gausta Skisenter
Opens in December
Welcome to Gausta Skisenter
Gausta Ski Resort, your ultimate destination for alpine joy and adventure! With us, you can experience powder snow, long trails, and the delightful sensation of gliding down the mountain.
About Gausta Skisenter
- Slopes: 37
- Lifts: 13
- Illuminated slopes for evening skiing: 4
- Total groomed slopes: 45 km
- Longest continuous descent: 3200 m
- Vertical drop on groomed slopes: 550 meters
- Vertical drop from Gaustatoppen: 650 meters
- Potential vertical drop: 1650 meters
Experience Gausta Ski Resort
In Gausta Skisenter you find slopes for all levels, parks and pit-stops. Additionally, there are several exciting dining options.
After a long day on the slopes, you can look forward to après-ski at Loftet with a DJ or live music throughout the winter season.
Take a pit stop on the hill and relax before hurtling down the hill. We have both barbecue huts and gapahuks.
Break from your hike or time for lunch? Come inside and enjoy our Italian pizzas while you recharge for the rest of the day.
Come by Bakeriet for something good to take with you on your pit stop in the slopes! Buy a cinnamon bun or pre-order a packed lunch.
Introduction to Ski Touring
Discover Gaustablikk's backcountry and master ski touring equipment. Learn how to handle skins, ascend with them, and transition your bindings. Our seasoned guide imparts snow safety and crucial backcountry tips. Enjoy a ski tour to Skipsfjell's peak for panoramic views of Rjukan Valley, Hardangervidda National Park, and Gaustatoppen, all while sipping hot chocolate. Experience skiing red runs is recommended for participation.
Price: 895 NOK per person (including guide, equipment, head lamps, and refreshments).
Fitness: Moderate level of fitness
Ages: 13+
Duration: 2.5 hours
Max: 8 participants
Snowshoe Tour
Explore the stunning nature on snowshoes at Gausta's secret location with views of Gaustatoppen, the UNESCO World Heritage town of Rjukan, and Hardangervidda National Park. Enjoy a hot chocolate and freshly baked cinnamon bun while our guide shares insights into local flora, fauna, and the region's history. Tours will be adjusted according to weather and snow conditions.
Price: 495 NOK per person including snowshoe rental, guide, head lamps, and refreshments.
Ages: 13+
Duration: 2.5 hours
Max: 8
Transport at Gausta
You don't need a car to get around Gausta! Here you will find information regarding transportation to, from, and around Gausta.
Transport at Gausta
You don't need a car to get around Gausta! Here you will find information regarding transportation to, from, and around Gausta.
Transport at Gausta
You don't need a car to get around Gausta! Here you will find information regarding transportation to, from, and around Gausta.
Children's Gausta
The entire family enjoys Gausta! There are activities for all ages, both indoors and outdoors.
Children's Gausta
The entire family enjoys Gausta! There are activities for all ages, both indoors and outdoors.
Children's Gausta
The entire family enjoys Gausta! There are activities for all ages, both indoors and outdoors.
Gausta Activity centre
Gausta Ski Rental is the place where you'll find all the expertise, inspiration, and tips for an adventure-filled ski vacation at Gausta - whether you're here for a few hours or several days. You can locate us on the 1st floor, right across from Gaustablikk Fjellresort.
Do you want to learn how to ski or improve your technique? Our skilled ski instructors are ready to help you!
Rent skis, snowboards and ski equipment at Gausta Skiutleie. You can also buy equipment in the Sport 1 Gaustablikk store, located in the same building as the ski rental.
Whether you need to fix scratches or schedule a weekly check, you can trust our experts, and our state-of-the-art equipment ensures that your skis are always in top shape.
At Sport 1 Gaustablikk, you’ll find everything you need for an active day outdoors. Find your new favourite clothing and equipment from a wide choice of famous brands.
See what happens
Our mascots
Huski and Flaks
Meet Huski and Flaks in Lilleputt! Read more about the story behind Huski and Flaks here!
Our mascots
Huski and Flaks
Meet Huski and Flaks in Lilleputt! Read more about the story behind Huski and Flaks here!
Our mascots
Huski and Flaks
Meet Huski and Flaks in Lilleputt! Read more about the story behind Huski and Flaks here!
Ski patrol and doctor/SOS
Ski Patrol
Be prepared and save the ski patrol number in advance.
Ski Patrol: +47 416 02 030
Emergency number: 113
A&E in Rjukan
Rjukan has an A&E department to provide immediate help when Rjukan Legesenter is closed.
Phone number: +47 116 117
Frequently asked questions
See what's open in our interactive piste map. Note that weather and conditions can change quickly in the mountain.
You can see daily changes on our digital screens around the facility, our Facebook page "Hva skjer på Gausta" and Fnugg.no/gausta.
Opening Hours April
- 19.04 - 21.04 | 10:00 - 4:30
- 26.04 - 28.04 | 10:00 - 4:30
*Vatnedalen is closed for the season
No, you must buy tickets for the Gaustabanen separately. See prices and buy tickets here.
Nightskiing is over for this winter season
Yes, night skiing is included with all day passes and multi-day passes
