Short answer: Easter in Sälen is the winter’s final peak season – skiing in the morning, a mountain coffee break in the sunshine at lunchtime, and snow still on the slopes regardless of whether Easter falls in March or April: the resorts in Sälenfjällen will remain open until 11 and 18 April 2027 respectively. Easter 2027 falls early, on 26–29 March, in the middle of the spring-winter Best weeks. If you’d like the whole house for Easter week – complete with sauna, a long table and space for 8–24 people – you can find the available weeks and prices at Rent a cottage in Sälen over Easter. The whole season, from the first snow: Winter in Sälen.
Skiing and mountain coffee in the sun
The morning starts with firm, fast slopes in Lindvallen, Högfjället, Tandådalen and Hundfjället - or an excursion to Stöten for extra headroom. Towards lunch, speed is exchanged for mountain coffee: sun loungers, barbecue and thermal coffee in the shelter. Many people have a waffle in a mountain café, others set up a packed lunch on a reindeer trap in the sun. This combination of activity and tranquillity is at the heart of Easter celebrations in Sälen.
Easter year on year – and what the date means
Easter Sunday falls between 22 March and 25 April, and this determines, more than anything else, what Easter week will be like.
| Year | Easter Sunday | Stage of the season |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 28 March | Early Easter – the height of winter, all facilities open, two to three weeks left of the season |
| 2026 | 5 April | one week before the end of the season for Högfjällets, Tandådalens and Hundfjällets |
| 2025 | 20 April | Late Easter – only Lindvallen was open during Easter week |
| 2024 | 31 March | Early Easter |
| 2023 | 9 April | in the middle of early spring |
Rule of thumb: if Easter falls in March, everything is open and the mornings are tough and fast; in April, the weather is sunny with patches of snow, there’s soft afternoon snow and fewer open runs. Current snow depth and which weeks are the most reliable: When is snow most likely in Sälen?. How Sälen compares with other locations: Which mountain resort has the most reliable snow cover at Easter?.
When is the Easter holiday in 2027? The weeks, county by county
The Easter holidays do not fall in the same week across the whole country – this determines when Sälen is at full capacity. Easter 2027 falls in weeks 12/13: Good Friday 26 March, Easter Sunday 28 March, Easter Monday 29 March.
| Local authorities | Easter holidays 2027 | Week |
|---|---|---|
| City of Stockholm, Uppsala, Dalarna | 30 March–2 April | Week 13 – the week after Easter |
| Gothenburg, Täby | 26 March–2 April | Good Friday + Week 13 |
| Malmö and most municipalities in Skåne | 22–28 March | Week 12 – the week before Easter |
Easter holidays are decided on a local authority basis – check your school’s term dates. If you’re travelling without school-age children, week 11 (15–21 March) 2027 is the quietest, with winter still in full swing.
Activities for the whole family
For children, Easter is full of surprises: egg hunts on the slopes, face painting, Easter crafts and meetings with Valle the mascot. Ski schools and conveyor belts make beginners' starts safe and fun. For families who want to combine activity with rest, there are Trollskogen, cross-country trails, sledding hills and swimming at Experium. When the sun goes down, there are saunas, hot tubs and quiet dinners in the cottage - or why not a private chef who cooks a luxurious Easter menu at home?
Experiences beyond the ski slopes
Easter is the perfect time for more experiences. Try it out snowmobile safari in the afternoon sun, snowshoeing with a guide, ice fishing or a last dog sledding trip of the season. Cross-country skiing is top class thanks to cold nights - tours such as Kalven runt and the trails around Östfjället offer stable conditions and magnificent views. If you want to relax indoors, the spa, sauna and long lunches with a view are tempting. Many guests plan a rest day in the middle of the week to enjoy all the contrasts.
What’s open over Easter – and where can you have an Easter dinner?
Everything will be open over Easter 2027: all four SkiStar areas until 11 April (Lindvallen until 18 April), Stöten until 11 April, Kläppen until 4 April, Experium every day, the restaurants and après-ski. The lifts run from 09.00 to 16.30, and selected lifts until 18.00 – in Lindvallen every day, Högfjället on Friday–Saturday, Tandådalen on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, Hundfjället on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday: ski lift opening hours. Easter dinner: Högfjällshotellet serves a Good Friday supper and an Easter dinner on Easter Eve in its restaurants; at the time of writing, no restaurant in Sälen had announced an Easter buffet for 2027. If you’d like to eat at home, we’ll organise it private chef or catering – Book well in advance; the chefs are fully booked for Easter week. All restaurants, area by area: restaurants in Sälen.
Spring and Easter events in Sälen
SkiStar’s Easter programme, »Easter in Sälen«, runs from 20 March to 4 April 2027: the Easter bash in Tandådalen with live music and an outdoor après-ski party, the Pool Race in Lindvallen, ‘Uppåt Väggen’ on Easter Eve, 27 March, in Hundfjället, featuring a free children’s race; ‘Rhapsody in Snow’ in Sälfjällstorget; an Easter parade, an egg hunt and children’s après-ski in Lindvallen and Hundfjället. Ski & Rock and the SkiStar Winter Games on 15–18 April bring the season to a close at Högfjällshotellet and in Lindvallen. The spring programme is summarised in Spring and Easter events in Sälen, and everything that happens all year round in events in Sälen.
Planning for Easter week
Since Easter is high season it is important to book in time. Ski in/ski out accommodation, restaurant tables and ski school places fill up quickly. Book accommodation several months in advance, preferably with Sälengodset or Fjällgodset for large parties. Complete with breakfast delivery or dinner bags for the day of arrival. If you are flying to Scandinavian Mountains Airport - pre-book your transfer. If you're travelling by car, be aware that the morning ice quickly turns to afternoon slush - drive softly and plan your stops.
Clothing guide and weather
Easter weather is often generous but requires smart layering. A thin base layer, mid-layer and shell jacket will go a long way. Sunglasses and sun protection are just as important as ski goggles - the sun reflects strongly off the snow. Plan your skiing early in the day, take a long lunch in the sun and finish with a sauna when the snow gets soft. With the right rhythm, you can make the most of every hour.
Executive summary
Easter in Sälen is the end of winter and the beginning of spring all rolled into one - snowy mornings, sunny afternoons and long evenings filled with food, community and views. Whether you're looking for pulse, tranquillity or family luxury, it's all within reach. That's why so many return year after year - to end winter at its most glittering, in the heart of the mountains.