Geilo
Norway · VikenNO
Ski resort town in Hol Municipality, Norway
Geilo is a centre in the municipality of Hol in Buskerud county, Norway. Geilo is primarily a ski resort town, with around 2,500 inhabitants. It is situated in the valley of Hallingdal, 250 km from Oslo and 260 km from Bergen. The Bergen Line facilitated Geilo's development as the first skiing resort in the country, and it is still one of the largest. It is also known for having some of the most luxurious and expensive holiday cabins in Norway. The center of the town lies at 800 meters above sea level, and its highest point is 1178 meters above sea level.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 2,623
- Coordinates
- 60.534, 8.205
- Timezone
- Europe/Oslo
- Elevation
- 0 m
Overview of Geilo
Geilo is a small settlement in Viken, Norway. Population figures land around 2,623. The northern hemisphere setting is worth noting when you pick dates. Which shapes the pace of a visit. Our data highlights nature, sports and wellness above everything else.
Things to do in Geilo
Nature in Geilo
(6)Looking for nature? Geilo has Desert, Mountains, Natural Places, Nature and Scenic Roads. The category holds 6 entries in our dataset. This reflects only what is documented for Geilo.
Sports in Geilo
(6)Under sports, Geilo is tagged with Biking, Skiing, Slopes, Snow Tubing and Snowboard. The category holds 6 entries in our dataset. This reflects only what is documented for Geilo.
Wellness in Geilo
(6)Wellness in Geilo covers Farms, Hammam, Ranches, Spa and Turkish Baths. The category holds 6 entries in our dataset. This reflects only what is documented for Geilo.
Adventure in Geilo
(5)Adventure lovers get Abseiling, Adventure, Adventure Parks, Amusement Parks and Theme Parks. It is a direct read of Geilo's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Water Sports in Geilo
(4)The water sports shortlist for Geilo: Jet Skiing, Kiteboarding, Water Skiing and Water Sports. All of it is drawn from Geilo's recorded activities. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Family in Geilo
(2)Family lovers get Playgrounds and Water Parks. It is a direct read of Geilo's activity profile. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Nightlife in Geilo
(2)Geilo's nightlife entries include Events and Festival. It is a direct read of Geilo's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Best time to visit Geilo
Year-round, the indoor and evening side of Geilo still delivers. For anything on snow, December to February is the season. Outdoor exploring is easiest in April to June and September to October. For anything on or in the water, aim for June to September.
Getting there & around
Getting to Geilo usually means a connection from Viken and your own wheels for the rest. Geilo runs on Europe/Oslo time.
Similar destinations
Places near Geilo that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Geilo known for?
- In Viken, Norway, Geilo stands out for nature, sports and wellness. That mix defines the typical visit to this 2,623-strong destination.
- What can you do in Geilo?
- Options in Geilo run to Desert, Mountains, Natural Places, Nature and Scenic Roads — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Geilo?
- Year-round, the indoor and evening side of Geilo still delivers. For anything on snow, December to February is the season. Outdoor exploring is easiest in April to June and September to October. For anything on or in the water, aim for June to September.
- Where is Geilo located?
- You will find Geilo in Viken, Norway. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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