Lillehammer is a classic Norwegian winter town—compact, charming, and built for snow days. Set where Lake Mjøsa meets Gudbrandsdalen, it sits in south-central Norway in Innlandet county (historically Oppland). Winter turns the area into an eldorado for ski enthusiasts: groomed cross-country trails fan out from the town’s edge, while nearby Hafjell and Kvitfjell offer reliable alpine terrain and long, scenic runs. The legacy of the 1994 Winter Olympics lives on in world-class venues, cozy cafés, and a lively après-ski scene that still feels small-town friendly. Come for crisp air, clean snow, and that quintessential Nordic winter vibe - with everything close at hand.
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