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Stöten Magazine

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Inspiration

Cosy couple activities

There is little that beats spending quality time with someone you love. Experiences are meant to be shared and they are also necessary to take a break from everyday life. Get inspired by our couple activities!

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Celebrate Easter in the mountains

For many, Easter is one of the highlights of the year, with quality family time and festive activities. Celebrate Easter in the mountains and enjoy fantastic spring skiing with your loved ones - there's something for the whole family!

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Inspiration

5 reasons to travel to the mountains

A visit to the Swedish mountains is magical to say the least. It does something very special to the soul when you get to experience the magnificent expanses and procedures of nature. As we want even more people to experience this, we thought we'd share five reasons to travel to the mountains!

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Fun evening activities

After a long day on the slopes, it's slowly but surely getting dark and time to put your skis away for the day. Luckily, the fun doesn't stop there - here at Stöten in Sälen, you'll find plenty of fun evening activities for all the family!

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Sälen in summer

Although Sälen is often associated with winter and skiing, our beautiful mountains have plenty to offer in summer too. Spending your summer holidays in Stöten is a great choice for those who appreciate great nature, adventure and a peacefulness that can only be found here.

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Skiing holidays over New Year

It has become incredibly popular to visit a ski resort over the New Year holidays and celebrate the New Year in the best way possible - from the slopes! Gather your family and friends and take a ski trip to Sälen for a New Year's Eve celebration you'll remember for a lifetime!

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Hire your skis - the ski shop in Stöten

Want to maximise your skiing experience with the latest model skis and top-quality edges and bases? Don't want to lug around heavy equipment or spend hours travelling in a packed car? Rent skis in Stöten's brand new ski shop instead - the benefits are many.

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Summer in the mountains

The slopes are still busy! Until 22 April, we guarantee that our slopes will offer fantastic snow-filled days. But you know that we offer exciting adventures all year round - even after the snow has melted away.

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Spa in Sälen

Looking for a spa in Sälen? You'd be right to do so - few things are as appreciated as a relaxing treatment for tired ski muscles after a long day on the slopes! In Stöten in Sälen, there are spa treatments to suit all tastes.

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Spend the sports holidays in Stöten

Is it time for a sports holiday? Bring the whole family to Stöten in Sälen for an unforgettable sports holiday with world-class skiing, accommodation and entertainment!

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Finding the right technique in Nordic walking

Successful Nordic walking requires a certain amount of coordination. Using several different muscles and body parts at the same time is not easy. That's why we want to give you our best tips to help you find the right technique for Nordic walking!

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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!

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What can you do in Sälen in summer?

The Swedish summer is a fantastic time in the mountains, offering many activity opportunities. Here we share our favourite summer activities that you can enjoy with us at Stöten in Sälen, activities that work in summer 2022 and every other year!

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Skiing

Curious about long-distance running?

Some cross-country ski races are very, very long. Interest in cross-country skiing is growing, and many people are curious about this type of competition. So we thought we'd take this opportunity to tell you a bit more about how to prepare for a long-distance race!

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Skiing

10 tips for off-piste skiing

Getting off the slopes and into the untracked terrain provides a big dose of adrenaline. While off-piste skiing offers a thrilling experience, there are a lot of things to keep in mind. So let's share ten tips for off-piste skiing!

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Skiing

Skiing with dogs

We have previously shared tips for cross-country skiing with children. However, it's not just them that can be cosy to take out on the slopes, but also the dog. In this article, we thought we'd share our top tips for those who want to ski with their dog!

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Skiing

Optimise your alpine skiing technique

Do you want to reach your full potential on the slopes? Then it's time for you to develop your alpine skiing technique! We'll tell you how to go about it and what you should keep in mind in this article.

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Skiing

Alpine skiing technique

The ski season is finally upon us and our slopes will soon be filled with excited skiers. So we thought we'd share some helpful tips on how you can improve your carving turn and dominate the piste this winter!

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Things to do in Sälen if you don't ski

Many of the people who visit Sälen are either keen skiers or families with children who want to enjoy a few days on the slopes. At Stöten in Sälen, however, the focus is not just on skiing. We offer much more than that. Whether you ski or not, you can be sure that you will have a pleasant and eventful stay!

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Skiing

Bindings for cross-country skis

NNN, SNS, Prolink or something else entirely - how do you know which cross-country ski bindings to choose? This article will give you the answer! We'll simply make sure you get the right bindings for your cross-country skis.

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Rent accommodation for Vasaloppet

Are you looking for accommodation during Vasaloppet? Or maybe you need really good cross-country tracks to practice on before the race? Don't worry, in Stöten you'll find both a wide range of accommodation options and world-class cross-country trails.

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Skiing

Mountain skis that suit your activity

Ski equipment is often a jungle, and the range of mountain skis is no exception. To help you find the right skis for your particular mountain activity, we've gathered all the necessary information on four different types.

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Skiing

Moulded boots

You don't have to be a materialist to know that the ski boot is the foundation of a great skiing experience! So maybe you're wondering if a pair of moulded ski boots is only for the elite? Find out all about that and more in this article with our top tips for finding the right boot for your foot.

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Skiing

How do you go cross-country skiing?

Whizzing down the cross-country track is both fun and great exercise. As a beginner, however, it can be a little tricky to get the actual skiing right. With this in mind, we thought we'd share some helpful tips to hone your skiing technique!