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Stöten Magazine

Child & Family

Instructor and two children in ski school stand with arms outstretched on snow-covered mountain top
Children & Family, Skiing

Games on skis for children

It is important to create an inspiring and fun environment for the youngest children on the ski slopes. This is so that the children can develop but at the same time feel the joy and playfulness associated with skiing. We therefore thought we'd list a variety of games that you can introduce to the kids!

Two children in ski gear stand close to each other during ski school at sunny ski resort
Child & Family

Packing for a mountain holiday with children

Spending time with each other, the fresh air of others, and brightening up your days with first-class skiing does something to the soul. It's also what makes a mountain holiday with the whole family so magical. What's not usually so magical, however, is the packing. So in this article, we thought we'd share our top tips for packing for a mountain holiday with kids!

Children in ski school skiing down a sunny slope with snow-covered trees in the background
Child & Family

Fun activities for pre-school children

At Stöten, we have lots of fun activities for children of all ages. But we realise that you might want to pass the time until the next time you see us. That's why we're sharing some suggestions for fun activities you can do at home!

Children in sleds behind snowmobiles, pink helmets and winter clothes in a sunny mountain landscape
Child & Family

Fun activities for a weekend in Stöten

Not only do we offer marvellous views of a magical mountain landscape with Swedish and Norwegian mountains. When you visit us in Stöten in Sälen, you can choose from a range of fun activities to suit both young and old. And of course, we also have Sälen's best skiing!

Illuminated ski slope for evening skiing with snow cannons and skiers at the foot
Children & Family, Inspiration, Conference & Group

Fun pentathlon games

Looking for tips on really fun pentathlon games? In this article, we share some games that are suitable for all ages and all events. Go ahead and help yourself to our tips on pentacle games!

Two happy children with swimming goggles lean against the poolside indoors
Child & Family

Fun indoor activities for children

The vast majority of people who visit Stöten in Sälen do so because of our phenomenal skiing, but the fact is that we offer so much more than skiing. In Stöten, the fun doesn't stop just because the lifts have closed for the day. Here you can read about all the fun we have to offer indoors - perfect for kids with ski fatigue or when the weather isn't at its best.

Family on ski slope lifts child in winter clothes, sunny day with snowy landscape
Child & Family

Fun things to do with the family

Are you wondering what to do with your family? Here at Stöten in Sälen, there are plenty of exciting activities for children, young adults and older people. In other words, lots of fun things to do with the family! Here are our top tips for fun activities you can do together - as a family!

A team of dogs pulls a sled through a snow-covered forest landscape. Several happy sled dogs run at the front, while an adult stands at the back of the sled and children sit riding, all under clear skies among pine trees in a winter setting.
Children & Family, Inspiration

Fun outdoor activities

Spending time on the slopes is one of the best things about winter holidays, but the mountains have so much more to offer. Why not combine your ski days with other fun outdoor activities? Here are our top tips for activities for both young and old to enjoy outdoors!

Children in beige ski jackets and blue helmets standing in deep snow with snow-covered trees and clear blue sky in the background
Child & Family

How to build an obstacle course in the snow

When the snow finally falls to the ground and forms a white sparkling blanket, it's time to challenge each other to some fun winter games. And what better way than to build an obstacle course in the snow? In this article, we share our top tips on how to build a snow obstacle course that the whole family can enjoy!

Two children sitting on rock and fishing in calm lake with forest and rocks in background.
Child & Family

Things to do this summer with children

Summer is really for spending time with the kids. Enjoy the never-ending bright days and fill your summer holidays with activities for the whole family! In this article, we share summer tips that are suitable for all families with children.

A person in a turquoise winter jacket pets a happy sled dog with his mouth open and his tongue out, while more people and dogs are blurred in the background in a forest setting.
Child & Family

Things to do with children in winter

We've already shared some fun indoor activities for kids. Now, we thought we'd continue along the same lines and share a range of fun winter activities for you and your kids to enjoy when the temperature outside drops and the snow falls!

Ski hire staff holding a pair of ski boots in front of shelves of ski equipment
Child & Family

Safety check of children's ski equipment

As winter approaches, the ski season starts and a ski holiday in Stöten and Sälen is around the corner, it is important for parents to make sure that their children's ski equipment is safe and in good condition. But how do you check and ensure that your children's ski equipment is safe to use? We'll help you and tell you how parents should go about it.

Children skiing on a snowy slope with pink poles and lift in the background
Children & Family, Skiing

Skiing with children

Skiing with children can be the best family activity there is. When introducing your children to skiing, you want to do everything you can to create the best skiing experience possible. That's why in this article we give you our top 6 tips for skiing with kids!

Instructor in red ski gear stands next to children in ski school on sunny ski slope
Children & Family, Skiing

Ski instructor Kalle's top tips on ski school

Are you wondering what to expect when your child goes to ski school? Don't worry, Kalle Adolfsson has worked as a ski instructor in Stöten for three years - he knows what he's talking about. Here you can read his best tips on what you as a parent can think about before, during and after your child goes to ski school in Stöten.

Person in pink ski jacket and helmet with ears eating waffle with cream on sunny outdoor terrace.
Child & Family

Skiing holidays with children

Holidays with children often involve a lot of planning and preparation - but it doesn't have to be difficult! Here are our top tips to make your skiing holiday with kids a breeze!

Two children in skiing clothes with helmets and poles standing in snowy mountain landscape under clear blue sky
Child & Family

Smart ski equipment that grows with your child

Do you see your children outgrowing everything as they grow so fast? Everything from winter boots to jackets, almost overnight? As ski holidays approach, it can feel like an eternal struggle to find the right ski equipment to suit your children. Especially for their rapidly growing needs. But what if the solution not only saves money, but also makes the whole trip more relaxed and fun?

Children sitting on the floor in a room with colourful balloons and blue lights
Child & Family

Three simple games for children

What do you do after a long day on the slopes, when the kids are no longer content with a sedentary evening at home on the sofa? You inspire some great play, of course. There are lots of fun games that suit both small and big children!

Instructor and children in ski school standing with arms raised on sunny snow-covered ski slope
Child & Family

Warm-up games for young children

Everyone needs to warm up for a day on the slopes - even the little ones. Since children want to have fun to keep going, we ask ourselves: how do you warm up in a fun way? We answer this question in this article, where we give you tips on fun warm-up games for young children!

Person in winter jacket and hat holding red cup with hot drink at sunny mountain restaurant, skis visible in background.
Child & Family

Travelling with children - how to pack right

If it's the first time you're going on a longer trip with the kids, it can be difficult to know what to pack. But not anymore! In this article, we go through everything you need to take with you.

Children in ski school standing with instructor in sunny winter landscape with snow-covered trees
Child & Family

Outdoor play for young children

As every parent knows, children can be bursting with energy. It doesn't matter if they've already spent hours on the slopes - they still want to keep playing. So in this article, we thought we'd share five tips for fun outdoor games for young children. Perfect for when kids need to let off steam and burn off some energy!

Two children sitting in ski hire with ski boots in front of them, staff helping with testing
Child & Family

Choose the right slalom equipment for your kids

Is it time to update the slalom equipment for the kids? Should you buy new, second-hand or rent? We understand that it can be a difficult choice, so we'd like to share some of the pros and cons!