Varingskollen
| Varingskollen | |
|---|---|
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 546 m (1,791 ft) |
| Geography | |
| Location | Akershus, Norway |
Varingskollen is a mountain of Akershus, Above Hakadal in southeastern Norway. It is a well known ski resort, 25 minutes by train from Oslo direction Gjøvik, the railway station is Varingskollen.
The ski resort consists of six slopes in total, with a FIS approved Giant Slalom / Slalom course called Olaløypa (black course) as the main feature. This slope is 1250 metres long, descending 350 metres from the Varingskollen summit to the valley below. In addition, there are two red courses (Kariløypa - 1600 metres, Terrengparken - 400 metres), one blue course (Hakkebakken, 500 metres), and two green courses (Trollparken - 500 metres, Barnebakken - 100 metres).
Further, the ski resort has three cafeterias, slopes for cross country skiing and ski rental possibilities.
In the summer, the mountain is used for mountain biking, hiking and wildlife spotting.
Coordinates: 60°06′N 10°50′E / 60.100°N 10.833°E