Skiturister i preparerte skiløyper på Nordseter i Lillehammer

Nevelvann around on skis – a family-friendly round trip from Nordseter

Around Nevelvannet is a great ski trip for those who want a manageable round trip on groomed ski trails with a view of Nevelfjell and the open mountain terrain at Nordseter. The trip is well suited for families, exercisers and guests who want to experience a real mountain atmosphere without embarking on an overly long day trip.

Nypreparerte skiløyper med Nevelfjell i bakgrunnen

Store Nevelrunden offers nice tracks, open winter landscape and great views in clear weather, but also into forest terrain.

Briefly about the trip

  • Starting point: Lillehammer Mountain Lodge / Nordseter
  • Tour type: Round trip skiing
  • Length: approx. 7.3 km
  • Level of difficulty: Easy to medium
  • Time spent: approx. 1.5–2 hours at a leisurely pace
  • Suitable for: Families, exercisers and guests who want a shorter ski trip in the mountains

A great ski trip with a view of Nevelfjell

From Lillehammer Fjellstue you have a short way out on the ski slopes, and around Nevelvannet is one of the trips that many guests appreciate precisely because it provides a lot of nature experience in a relatively few kilometers. The trip goes in groomed trails through slightly hilly terrain and further up towards more open landscape, where the view of Nevelfjell and the surrounding mountain areas really comes into its own.

This is a ski trip that is suitable both as a morning trip, a quiet family alternative or as a nice introduction to the trail network at Nordseter. On days with clear weather, you get an extra great experience, while the trails are also nice when you just want an active and comfortable trip straight from the accommodation.

Kart over skiløypen Store Nevelrunden på Nordseter

The round goes through marked and groomed ski trails from the Nordseter area up towards Nevelvannet and back. The map section is taken from Ut.no

Route description

The trip starts at Lillehammer Fjellstue at Nordseter, where you can easily access the groomed trail network. From here, you follow the ski slopes in the direction of Nevelvannet and further up into a beautiful winter landscape with both forest areas and more open areas.

Along the way, you get a nice view of Nevelfjell, and large parts of the trip are in gentle and comfortable terrain. Some parts have a slight incline, but the trip is still perceived as manageable for most people who are used to skiing a few kilometers.

As you approach the area around Nevelvannet, the landscape opens up more, and this is a nice place to stop for a short break. Then you follow the circular trail further and return back towards Nordseter. The last part of the trip offers a nice end in easy descents and good tracks back towards the mountain lodge.

Who is the trip suitable for?

Nevelvannet runt is well suited for families with some skiing experience, adults who want a leisurely trip in the mountains and guests who want a nice nature experience without spending the whole day skiing. For children and beginners, it is an advantage to be safe on easy descents, but this is not a particularly demanding trip.

On windy days, it can be a little more exposed to the weather in the open areas than down in the forest. Then it pays to dress warmly and feel free to bring extra mittens or a warm buff in your backpack.

skiløpere i skogkledd terreng
The trip is suitable for both exercisers and families who want an affordable ski trip in beautiful surroundings.
løypeskilt som viser vei mot Nevelfjell og Pellestova på Nordseter
Good signage makes it easy to find your way around the trail network at Nordseter.

Tips Before You Go

  • Feel free to bring hot drinks and something simple to eat.
  • Check the weather and trail conditions before you set out on a trip.
  • Choose clothes according to the weather conditions – the open areas can be colder than down at the mountain lodge.
  • If you have children with you, it may be a good idea to allow a little extra time for breaks.

Stay by the ski slopes at Nordseter

When you stay at Lillehammer Fjellstue, you have the ski slopes close by and can start your ski trip almost right outside the door. Here you live in the middle of the cross-country skiing area at Nordseter, with a short distance to both short family trips and longer ski trips in the mountains.

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Briefly summarized about the Big Nevel Round at Nordseter

What is the Big Nevel Round, and how long is the trip?

Store Nevelrunden is a family-friendly ski tour on groomed trails around Nevelvatnet from Nordseter. The trip is approx. 7.3 km long and goes in slightly hilly terrain with a view of Nevelfjell.

Where does the trip around Nevelvatnet start on skis?

You can go straight out on the slopes from the waxing booth at Lillehammer Fjellstue at Nordseter, where you can easily enter the trail that leads to Nevelvannet. From there, you follow marked and groomed ski trails the entire round.

How difficult is the Big Nevel Round, and is it suitable for children?

The level of difficulty is easy to medium, and the trip is well suited for families and exercisers. For children and beginners, it is an advantage to be safe on easy descents, but the trip is not particularly demanding.

How long does it take to walk the Big Nevel Round at a leisurely pace?

The trip usually takes about 1.5-2 hours at a leisurely pace. The time spent can vary slightly with the conditions, breaks and weather conditions, especially in the more open areas.