Roller ski tracks are paved training tracks built specifically for roller skiing. They let you train without car traffic and on terrain that resembles winter skiing.
In recent years, more and more ski stadiums have built roller ski tracks to improve summer training for both elite athletes and recreational skiers.
Here are some of the most established roller ski tracks in Sweden.
Northern Sweden
Östersund – Östersund Ski Stadium
Length: approx. 8 km
One of Europe’s most advanced training facilities for cross-country skiing. There is a large network of paved roller ski tracks used by both national teams and recreational skiers.
Örnsköldsvik – Skyttis
Length: approx. 2–3 km
A popular roller ski track with varied terrain, used by both clubs and elite skiers.
Piteå – Lindbäcksstadion
Length: approx. 3 km
Modern ski stadium with a roller ski track used for training and competitions.
Boden – Pagla ski stadium
Length: approx. 2–3 km
A hilly roller ski track in an established training area.
Kalix – Kalix ski stadium
Length: approx. 2–3 km
Paved training loop at the ski stadium, used for roller ski training during the snow-free season.
Överkalix – Brännaberget
Length: 5 km
A roller ski track in hilly terrain by the ski stadium in Överkalix.
Central Sweden
Falun – Lugnet
Length: approx. 5–6 km
One of the world’s most famous ski venues, with an extensive network of roller ski tracks.
Mora – Hemus
Length: approx. 3 km
Training centre for the Vasaloppet, with a roller ski track in varied terrain.
Torsby – Torsby Sportcenter
Length: approx. 3 km
Roller ski track next to the ski tunnel, often used for training camps.
Idre – Idre Fjäll
Length: approx. 3 km
A modern track that is heavily used during training camps.
Timrå – Skönviksberget
Length: approx. 2.5 km
Hilly track used by both elite athletes and recreational skiers.
Sundsvall – Södra Berget
Length: approx. 2.5 km
Hilly track used by both elite athletes and recreational skiers.
Western Sweden
Ulricehamn – Lassalyckan
Length: approx. 3 km
A modern roller ski track at one of Sweden’s most active ski stadiums.
Summary – roller ski tracks in Sweden
| Location | Facility | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Östersund | Östersund Ski Stadium | approx. 8 km |
| Falun | Lugnet | approx. 5–6 km |
| Mora | Hemus | approx. 3 km |
| Torsby | Torsby Sportcenter | approx. 3 km |
| Idre | Idre Fjäll | approx. 3 km |
| Ulricehamn | Lassalyckan | approx. 3 km |
| Piteå | Lindbäcksstadion | approx. 3 km |
| Timrå | Skönviksberget | approx. 2.5 km |
| Sundsvall | Södra Berget | approx. 2.5 km |
| Örnsköldsvik | Skyttis | approx. 2–3 km |
| Boden | Pagla | approx. 2–3 km |
| Kalix | Kalix ski stadium | approx. 2–3 km |
| Överkalix | Brännaberget | approx. 2–3 km |
Why train on a roller ski track?
Roller ski tracks have several advantages compared to training on regular roads:
- no car traffic
- smooth asphalt
- safer downhills
- a great training environment for intervals and technique
They also make it easier to train with different types of roller skis and wheels.
✔ Tip:
On roller ski tracks, rolling resistance 2 or 3 usually works best, since the tracks are built for relatively high speeds.