WINTER ACTIVITIES FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

Pulka slopes in Roslagen

Watch out on the slopes! When winter brings snow, there are plenty of great sledging hills around Roslagen - near playgrounds, barbecue areas and residential areas.

Tobogganing is an accessible winter favourite for children and adults alike. Pack your lunch, pull on your overalls and enjoy speed, laughter and fresh air. Here we have collected tips on sledding slopes throughout Roslagen - Don't forget your helmet!

Find your nearest toboggan run

Öregrund - Surberget
Popular slope behind Norwesco.
Illuminated tray. 

Östhammar - Getabacken
Centrally located toboggan run at the turning point on Sommarvägen. Here you will find both lighting and barbecue area.

Alunda - Pulkabacken Stupet Next to the Alunda outdoor swimming pool. There are both lighting and barbecue area

Gimo - Hammarbacken
Behind the Hammar School. Lighting is available.

Hargshamn
There is a hill just before the harbour.

Österbybruk - Sawdust
A small hill near the water area. Barbecue area for packed lunches.

You'll find both municipal sledding hills and local favourites. The slopes that Norrtälje municipality itself lists and is responsible for can be seen on the municipality's map via the button above.

Norrtälje - Kvisthamrabacken
Separate toboggan run next to the ski slope in Kvisthamra. Extra plus for warming hut nearby. Suitable for both children and adults.

Norrtälje - Färsna
Illuminated sledding hill at Dalbyvägen 30, near the dog club. Here is picnic table, and the slope managed by the municipality.

Norrtälje - Grindkullen
Hill in the centre of the residential area, towards the red part of Norrgårdsskolan.

Norrtälje - Nyponbacken
By Nyponvägen playground in Fågelsången.ULit in the evening. Barbecue area and picnic table in connection. Municipally managed slope.

Norrtälje - Vigelsjöbacken
Located at the playground behind Jensen preschool, Badvägen 2. Illuminated toboggan run managed by the municipality.

Norrtälje - Airfield
Pulka slope at Preschool Höjdhoppet.

Norrtälje - Lommarbadet
Slopes down to the bathing area work well for sledging. NOTE! Avoid going out on the ice and be careful.

Norrtälje - Kärleksudden
There are a couple of nice slopes around the bathing area. NOTE! Avoid going out on the ice and be careful.

Hallstavik - Himmelsbacken
Located on the walkway behind Carl Wahren secondary school, at Kokarevägen.

Hallstavik - Hill behind Gottsta school
Hill behind the school. Tip: avoid school days during the day.

Rimbo - Skarsjöbacken
Pulka slope in Skarsjö Park.
Playground between Rånäsvägen and Ekdalsvägen in green areas. Municipally managed.

Rimbo - Sandbankens backe
By Sandbank bathing area. NOTE! Avoid going out on the ice and be careful.

Rimbo - Katarinaparken in Bälbro
Municipally managed toboggan run in green area between Katarinaparken and Plogvägen.

Rimbo - Indianbacken / Nybodavägen 19B
Municipally managed sledging slope at the back of Hagan towards Västertorp. Illuminated and equipped with picnic table.

Rimbo - Rälsvägen 7 Sledging slope in a residential area.

Rimbo - Ekdalsvägen 47
Illuminated toboggan run in the vicinity of playground, barbecue area and picnic table.

 

Åkersberga - Norrabacken
Long and popular toboggan run between Norra Skogsrundan and Knipvägen. Evening lighting is available.

Åkersberga - Oceanparken
A popular hill in the residential area between Västra Banvägen and Orionvägen.

Åkersberga - Skånstaparken
Several smaller slopes with varying gradients, well suited to children of different ages.

Åkersberga - Hackstabacken (at Hackstatrappan)
This is a very steep hill that not adapted for sledges or tailboards. Speed can be high and accidents have occurred - all rides are at your own risk and are not suitable for children.

Winter in Roslagen

Roslagen's own alpine ski slope - Kvisthamrabacken

Roslagen may not be known for its high mountains or alpine landscapes - but winter fun is still close by. In Norrtälje there are Kvisthamrabacken, Roslagen's only alpine ski slope. Here you go downhill in a smaller format, with a lift, child-friendly slopes and the opportunity to combine skiing with sledging and playing in the surrounding area. A perfect stop for families who want to make a little more of the winter day.

The tray is equipped with anchor lift, and for the youngest there are belt/tunnel lift which makes it easy and safe to get started. There is also a small park area with jumps and playful elements, adapted for children and beginners. During the season, we often offer ski school, and some days there is the possibility of customised skiing, for example with sitskis, for those who need extra support.

FACTS: KVISTHAMRABACKEN

Location: At the centre of Kvisthamraviken, Norrtälje
Length: 225 metres
Drop height: 55 metres

Slopes:
- jaws - blue, medium
- The dive - black, steep slope (up to 44°)
- Four slopes in total)

Lifts:
- Anchor lift
- Belt/tunnel lift for children

Service on site:
- Barbecue area
- Heating room
- Kiosk
- Toilets

Hire & equipment:
- Ski equipment can be hired on site via Roslagen Alpina
- Free equipment hire is available via Leisure bank in Norrtälje

Opening hours & info:

- For current opening hours, prices and status, see Roslagen Alpina or Friluftsfrämjandet Norrtälje (web and social channels)

Drift: The centre is run by Roslagen Alpina in co-operation with Friluftsfrämjandet Norrtälje.

Would you like to make more of your stay?
See more winter activities and experiences in Roslagen here.

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Did you know that;

...well-prepared cross-country ski tracks in Roslagen are used for serious training for long-distance races? For many skiers in Svealand, it's a convenient alternative to travelling further north.