Fonna Glacier Ski Resort Norway

The Fonna Glacier is one of only two Scandinavian summer ski areas. Opening in May & closing mid to late September each year, it gives Norwegians & international race teams another skiing option over the ‘off season’, complimenting the main summer ski area, Galdhøpiggen-Juvass.

Skiing & Snowboarding Terrain

With only one ski lift, the small ski area provides some short groomed downhill runs, terrain park elements & cross-country slopes plus some backcountry access (early in the summer season only). The skiable vertical is only 260m & runs are up to 1.5km long. A visit to Fonna combines well with a summer journey to Bergen &/or the amazing hike up to Trolltunga. The Fonna Glacier is in an elevated zone surrounded by the world's fourth longest fjord, Hardangerfjord.

Check out the Fonna Glacier ski trail map here.

Where is Fonna Glacier Norway?

The Fonna Glacier ski resort is 405km (6½hr drive) west of Oslo and 114km (2¾hr drive) east of Bergen. From Bergen, the road journey includes a ferry crossing of the Hardangerfjord to Jondal. The village of Jondal is the closest township to the Fonna Glacier, 18km (½ hr) further west.

Fonna Glacier Accommodation

The Fonna Glacier lacks any overnight lodgings, so the village of Jondal provides the best accommodations. The Hotel Jondal is a convivial Bed & Breakfast located right on the fjord near the ferry terminal. Other options include a variety of holiday homes in the region.

Search & book all Fonna Glacier ski accommodation at Jondal here.

Review

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