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This weekend, we welcome young and old to Ål for the Bama Liatoppen Biathlon Festival. This year too, there will be a spectacular opening show in the town centre on Friday evening, while shops and eateries extend their opening hours and prepare for an eventful weekend in the village.

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The Bama Alpine Festival is finally here again soon, and we're looking forward to it. Haven't booked accommodation yet? In Ål, you can choose between a hotel, mountain lodge, guesthouse, cabin, or campsite. Below, we've gathered current accommodation options so you can easily find what suits you best.

Topcamp Hallingdal invites you to pleasant Easter evenings with quiz, good food, and atmosphere. Both on Good Friday and Easter Eve, there will be a quiz in the bistro, and with the bar open until midnight, everything is in place for sociable Easter evenings. The events are free and open to all.

In Ål, you'll find several cosy mountain huts and kiosks that are open over Easter. Here, you can expect everything from *solo* (a type of fizzy drink), Kvikk Lunsj, waffles, *gommokaku* (a traditional Hole-in-the-wall cake), and traditional food. Few things give more of an Easter feeling than a ski trip to an open mountain lodge.

Easter at Skarslia Ski & Toboggan Centre offers active days for the whole family. Here you can alternate between speed on the slopes, tobogganing, trips in the mountains and Easter activities for both young and old. Below, we have compiled 10 highlights at Skarslia during Easter 2026.

When the BAMA Alpine Festival fills Ål with speed, excitement and skiing joy. Between races, award ceremonies and activities, it can be good to know where you can eat. Below, we have compiled an overview of where you can eat during the Bama Alpine Festival.

After a period of uncertainty regarding the network of ski trails in the mountains, the message is now clear: there will be ski trails as usual in Ål this winter. The announced closure of the trails has been postponed, and large parts of the trail network will reopen.

Christmas feels different in Sundre compared to the big city. It doesn't arrive with noise and haste, but with peace and warmth. As you approach the centre, the atmosphere slowly creeps up on you. Against the darkness, the warmth and light from the Christmas street, and the scent of hot cocoa and fresh pastries, strike a chord. Sundre is decorated, the Christmas tree by Tingstugu is lit, and in one of the windows, people stop to admire this year's gingerbread city.

After a demanding winter last year, Ål ski centre is once again ready to welcome skiing guests when the snow arrives. All identified safety deficiencies have been rectified, and the centre has put in place new routines that will ensure safe operation for many years to come.

The first snow has fallen on the peaks, and soon the streets will start to sparkle when the lights are switched on. The shops are already brimming with Christmas goods, and there's no doubt that Christmas is just around the corner! Ål offers many enjoyable activities to get you in the Christmas spirit, but the events are starting to fill up, so be sure to secure your place well in advance. This will get you in the Christmas spirit!

Christmas is approaching, and in the mountain villages of Ål, this year's pinnekjøtt will soon be fully matured. Both Vats Gardsmat and Garden Oppheim offer high-quality artisan food, made with care, tradition and time.

After months of preparation, it's time for the official opening of Tanken Arena. Markella will be the first to take to the stage, but she's just the start of a programme that will span more than a month.

Trout shortage? Not in Ål. On Saturday, 40 kilos of trout, 300 eggs and 1,200 slices of bread will be turned into a sandwich that stretches a full 100 metres through the Ål shopping centre. The public is invited to watch the long loaf take shape, after which they will have the opportunity to taste the record for themselves.

For many people in Ål and Hallingdal, dog sledding has been missing. Now it's finally back. This autumn, Geilo Husky is offering dog sledding on bare ground from Bergsjøstølen Fjellstue in the Bergsjø area.

On Saturday 27 September, Ål town centre will be transformed into a bustling autumn market. Between stalls full of local food, crafts and bargains, visitors can also take part in something very special: the attempt to set a Norwegian record for the world's longest trout sandwich.

Summer in Ål offers experiences for the whole family, whether you want to go hiking, fishing, climbing or just enjoy the silence.

On a sheltered mountainside above Ål lies Fagerdalen Støl, a living farm where the cows still graze freely and traditions are kept alive. Here, cheese is fermented, boiled and churned the old-fashioned way.

In the heart of beautiful Hallingdal you'll find Topcamp Hallingdal, a complete holiday resort that offers summer experiences for the whole family. Whether you're looking for speed and excitement, or peace and quiet and quality time together, Topcamp has something for everyone.

Ål in Hallingdal offers beautiful nature and many activities, also for wheelchair users or those with accessibility needs. Universal design is about creating environments that everyone can use without extra adaptations, and this provides a more inclusive and comfortable range of activities for both residents and visitors.

Summer has arrived in Ål, and with it comes a host of exciting experiences - from opera and art in the mountains to campfires, bike camps and children's fun. In June, there's a lot going on for young and old alike, and here are some highlights you shouldn't miss.

When the town centre is filled with the smell of freshly baked bread, children's laughter and the sound of music, you know it's Ål Day. On Saturday 26 July, the Ål Trade Association invites you to a real folk festival - a day when the entire town centre is transformed into a colourful marketplace with flavours, activities and entertainment for young and old alike.

As May slips into June, folk music comes to life in the heart of Hallingdal. Folkemusikkveka in Ål offers nine days filled with sounds, rhythms and strong expressions. This year's programme is as varied as it is atmospheric. Together with the culture office, we've selected five highlights that we think you should experience - whether you love good tunes, strong stories or atmospheric moments. At the bottom of the article, the festival director also shares his own favourites!

Welcome to Ål in Hallingdal - midway between east and west, surrounded by beautiful nature and large mountain areas. Here you'll find hikes suitable for the whole family, all year round. From pram-friendly trails to summit hikes with magnificent views - these are our hiking favourites!

Ål, Thursday 9 May: The 2025 pole hunt is officially underway, and the enthusiasm is not long in coming. As early as 6am this morning, the first two maps were opened - one around Ål town centre and one in Torpo. By the time the clock struck nine, one eager participant had already managed to find all 73 poles!

Spring is blooming and so is the cultural life in Ål. Together with the culture office, we've picked out four cultural highlights you should experience this month. Here are the experiences that will add colour to May in the mountain village!

Congratulations on your birthday! The entire municipality of Ål is marking the national day with celebrations in three locations - Ål town centre, Torpo and Nordbygdene. We're looking forward to filling the day with music, trains, sing-alongs, speeches, games and fellowship.

Ål is a hiker's paradise with mountains, plains, caves, forests and beautiful fishing and swimming lakes. That's why trackless traffic in Ål is important when we're out and about. Trackless traffic means that you shouldn't leave any traces in nature, either rubbish, damage to vegetation or unnecessary wear and tear on paths and outdoor areas.