Travel description
Red Bull Ragnarok is a snowkite adventure across Norway’s breathtaking sceneries: snowkiters from more than 30 nations gather on the Hardangervidda plateau to battle in an epic 100 km race to the finish line. Up to 400 kiters compete for victory in the world’s largest snowkite competition, usually in late March, and beginners are welcome to register.
Ustedalen Hotel & Resort in Geilo is the base for all activities outside the race; registration, race meetings, accommodation, meals, transport hub to and from the race venue, and the banquet and prize giving ceremony after the competition. There is also an after-ski area at the finish line after the race, before shuttle buses return to Ustedalen Resort.
You will have the opportunity to purchase the all inclusive race package with accommodation or your race ticket only. If you wish to register get in touch and fill up the form below.
Red Bull Ragnarok has been on hold since the COVID-19 cancellations and we eagerly await Red Bull’s initiative to revive this spectacular competition. Sign up to our newsletter to be the first to know, and in the meantime have a look at the Pallas Kite Week in Finland, a similar snowkite (or kite skiing, as it is wrongly called) event.
The essentials
The spot
The 3,422 km² Hardangervidda plateau is a huge playground for snowkiting ! At a speed of 30 Km/h you can go on endless treks across the plateau. Every day you will have the opportunity to discover new locations.
“Red Bull Ragnarok was a lot harder than what I had expected! But my goal was to finish at least one lap, and that I did. The race has been amazing, it is so much fun to meet new people from different backgrounds. I have been embraced and accepted, and I have learnt so much during these three day. I just want to continue kiting and prepare for next year.” Participant from Spain, 2016
Where you stay
Vestlia Hotel ****
Situated beside the vast Hardangervidda mountain plateau, a mere 2 km from Geilo train station, Hotel Vestlia Resort stands as a ski-in ski-out haven offering lodge-style guest rooms. Crafted by celebrated Norwegian architect Helene Hennie, these rooms feature charming and comfortable décor. The in-house restaurant showcases seasonal Norwegian, Italian, and French cuisine, while the café-bar offers lighter options. After exhilarating snowkite sessions, revel in après-ski drinks by the open fire at Hunter’s Bar. Indulge in luxury treatments and relaxation facilities, ensuring the perfect respite from your thrilling snowkiting adventures. Stay active at the fully equipped fitness center for a complete experience.
Bardøla Hotel ****
In the heart of Geilo, hotel Bardøla presents a blend of modern comfort with distinctive Norwegian charm in its rooms. Adjacent to the winter sports resort, skiers relish the convenience, complemented by exquisite traditional cuisine and exclusive wine tastings in the intimate cellar. For those seeking warmth after chilly adventures, the indoor leisure area and pool provide perfect relaxation. Hotel Bardøla caters to diverse preferences, ensuring a delightful stay for everyone.
In case of low wind conditions
Unfortunately, as you would know if you kitesurf on a regular basis, the wind even in perfect and renown kiting spots doesn’t always pan-out. So we at Snowkite Sensation make sure that there is plenty for you to do in this unfortunate scenario.
Geilo is a well-known winter destination, enjoy cross-country skiing, downhill skiing, and other winter activities like biathlon, dog sledding, sledging, snowmobile and much more. Skarslia ski resort offers fantastic sledding hills, well-prepared downhill slopes for adults and children. Parts of the ski slopes also have floodlights which means you can go skiing in the evening.
Discover the region
the local cuisine of the Viking country is incredibly varied. From the king crabs of Honningsvåg with their generous claws, to rakfish made from dried cod or trout, not to mention the characteristic sardines of Stavanger and its salmon which is known across the world for its quality. Norway has an abundance of recipes. Meat is not to be outdone, with ‘’Fårikål’’ of deer or reindeer, veal meatballs ‘’kjøttkaker’’ or even whale meat. You can’t miss the geitost, a bitter-sweet goat’s cheese eaten for breakfast and in sandwiches. Would you have a slice?
in Norway, almost all houses come with a sauna in hand. What a better way to relax after a long snowkite session! If you feel restless why not have a little stroll down the city centre. Geilo is home to many traditional crafts, most notably blacksmithing, so it is a great place to pick up some well-crafted gifts to take home. Tools, knives and cutlery are all made in local workshops along with wooden crafts and a range of items from sheep skin and other hides.
Extra activities
Skiing Skarslia
Parts of the ski slopes also have floodlights which means you can go skiing in the evening !
Sledging hills
Located in the Bergsjø area, Skarslia is perfect for families. Skarslia offers fantastic sledging hills with Norway’s longest toboggan slopes that are 1.3 and 1.6 km long. Tobogganing during evening time is also possible when using a head light. It is possible to rent sledges, singles and doubles. Fun for both kids and adults !
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