Universal Design and Accessibility in Geilo

Activities All Year Round

In Geilo, several activity providers can accommodate various abilities. While you can book activities here, we recommend contacting the provider directly in advance. This allows them to prepare and ensure you have the best possible experience!

Skiing in Geilo

Geilo Ski School at Slaatta offers a program called "Snow Sports for All," where trained and experienced instructors provide private lessons for those needing special accommodations. The ski school is equipped with specialized gear such as junior Bi-skis, adult sit-skis, and outriggers. SkiGeilo ski school is located in the Vestlia base area, which is accessible for wheelchair users with ramp access, available restrooms, and sit-ski options in the lift.

Geilo also provides free lift passes for companions with a companion pass, both in summer and winter!

Culture and Hiking Opportunities in Geilo

Here you’ll find a selection of trails that can easily be combined with cultural experiences, all located near Geilo town center. The pedestrian street and various shopping centers are well-equipped with clear signage, elevators, and accessible parking at all main entrances.

Universally Accessible Accommodation in Geilo

In Geilo and the surrounding area, several accommodations offer universally accessible lodging. Below is an overview of those that have confirmed their facilities and services:

Ustedalen Hotel & Resort - Offers 3 wheelchair-accessible apartments in the D-building. Both the reception and restaurant are also accessible.

Langedrag Nature Park - Provides wheelchair-accessible rooms. The nature park is approximately a 45-minute drive from Geilo.

Storestølen Fjellhotell - Features one universally accessible apartment, along with another apartment and a room that are allergy-friendly. The hotel is about a 45-minute drive from Geilo.

Dr. Holms Hotel - Includes two universally accessible rooms, one standard and one superior. If these rooms are occupied, they will do their best to find an alternative solution. The restaurant is accessible for wheelchair users, and the pool area can be used, though the hotel unfortunately does not have a pool lift.

Tuva Tourist Hut - This over 100-year-old mountain lodge cannot offer universally accessible accommodation due to its historic construction. However, it is recommended to contact the hosts directly to discuss possible arrangements. Tuva Turisthytte is located on Hardangervidda, with a road that is only open in summer and fall.

Geilolia Hyttetun - Completed a wheelchair-accessible cabin in December 2023. Pets are allowed in all cabins, but the apartments in town are allergy-friendly.

Vestlia Resort - Has 6 accessible family rooms and 1 suite with one bedroom. They also offer allergy-friendly rooms. The youth rooms, restaurant, conference rooms, and common restrooms are also accessible. The spa area is on the ground floor, but unfortunately, there is no accessible changing room or pool lift.

Bardøla Fjelltun - Provides one accessible studio apartment with a balcony and several allergy-friendly rooms. Common areas such as the reception, restaurant, and restrooms are also accessible.

Highland Lodge - Features 3 allergy-friendly rooms and a range of accessible facilities, including a playroom, gym, restaurant, bakery, and swimming pool, although the pool area lacks a ramp or pool lift.