Nannestad Skisenter ski resort

Nannestad Skisenter is a tiny local hill in Akershus, Norway - not a destination resort. It suits locals and families within driving distance of Oslo who want a quick ski fix on marginal snow, or beginners taking their first lessons. The single lift and 1.2 km of piste mean you will lap the same run repeatedly; this is a practice slope, not a mountain experience.

The honest caveat is brutal: snow reliability is dire at just 15/100, meaning most winters you will arrive to find grass showing through or closed conditions. The 145 m vertical drop and low base elevation (207 m) make this vulnerable to thaw and rain. At NOK 650 for a day pass - a premium price for a premium resort elsewhere - you are paying top dollar for a beginner's hill with unreliable snow. The season runs November to May in theory, but don't expect consistent skiing outside the coldest weeks.

Skip this if you are planning a proper ski holiday. Visit if you live nearby and want a local training ground, or if you are teaching a child to snowplough. Otherwise, drive the extra hours to Lillehammer or the Swedish mountains where snow is more dependable and terrain is actually varied.