As the sun sets over the mountainsides, Sälen changes character - from active daylight to atmospheric evening. Many people choose to start the evening in the cabin with a sauna, crackling fire and perhaps a dip in the outdoor jacuzzi. For an extra experience, you can book a private chef who will cook dinner on the spot and turn the evening into an exclusive dining experience at home.
Restaurants and nightlife
Sälen offers a wide range of restaurants, from relaxed bistros to ambitious mountain kitchens with a focus on local produce and game. In high season, it's wise to book a table in advance to avoid queues. After dinner, there's a lively evening scene with après-ski, DJs, live bands and lounge bars. Want to take it easy? Choose a cocktail in front of the fire and soak up the atmosphere - everything is close by, so it's easy to switch between moods in the same evening.
Evening activities in the snow
For those who want to continue out in the snow, there is plenty to do even after dark. Scooter safari in the spotlight, snowshoe hike with headlamps or evening skiing on illuminated slopes offers new perspectives on the mountains. Cross-country skiing on lighted trails is a peaceful contrast to the pace of the day, and guided torchlight walks offer a quiet community in the winter darkness.
Family-friendly evenings
For families, evenings are full of possibilities. A water park with slides, bowling or cinema are perfect after dinner. Outside, you can grill sausages by a fire pit, go sledging or take a short candlelit walk in the snow before bedtime. Small rituals - like hot chocolate in a thermos or a stop at a viewpoint - often become the strongest memories of the trip.
Summer evenings in Sälen
During the summer, the light lingers long over the mountain moors, and the evenings invite you to quiet walks, bike rides and fishing by mirror-like lakes. A short walk to a hilltop to watch the sunset or a coffee by the water requires little planning but is very peaceful. For children, a headlamp and a map are often enough to turn a walk into an adventure.
For groups and companies
Parties celebrating or travelling for work can create their own evening programmes. A wine or beer tasting in the cabin, a quiz or a couple of hours of teambuilding makes the evening both fun and bonding. Combine it with some time in the spa or sauna to balance energy and relaxation.
Plan for atmospheric evenings
Please select accommodation with a sauna, fireplace or jacuzzi if it means a lot to you - it creates the conditions for magical evenings. Plan some evenings in advance during the high season but also leave room for spontaneity. The best night out in Sälen doesn't have to be the busiest - often it's the tranquillity, the starry sky and the company that make the experience complete.