Åre
Åre Village · Jämtland · Sweden
890m
Vertical Drop
89
Runs
41
Lifts
450 ha
Skiable Area
400 cm
Avg Snowfall
Nov 2025 – May 2026
Season
Nearby town
Where workers live near Åre
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About
Scandinavia's largest and most prestigious alpine ski resort, located in the Jämtland region of central Sweden. Host of the FIS Alpine World Ski Championships (2007, 2019). Three interconnected ski areas: Åre By, Duved, and Tegefjäll. Known for challenging off-piste, tree skiing, and a vibrant village atmosphere. Also a popular summer destination for mountain biking and hiking.
Terrain & Mountain Profile
Run Breakdown
Summit
1,274m
Base
380m
Vertical Drop
890m
Lift Breakdown
2
Gondolas
13
Chairlifts
26
Surface Lifts
Employment & Recruitment
Estimated Seasonal Staff
1,000–1,800
Main Employers
- SkiStar AB (lift operations and resort management — publicly traded company)
- Copperhill Mountain Lodge
- Holiday Club Åre
- Hotel Åregården
- Diplomat Ski Lodge
- Åre Ski School (SkiStar)
- Broken Bar & Grill
- Bygget (après bar)
- Tott Hotel
Common Seasonal Jobs
Languages Required
- Visa Requirements
- EU/EEA citizens can work freely under EU freedom of movement. Non-EU citizens need a Swedish work permit, which requires employer sponsorship and proof that the position could not be filled by an EU citizen. Working Holiday Visas are available for Australian, New Zealand, South Korean, and some other nationalities (ages 18–30). UK citizens post-Brexit require work permits.
- Recruitment Timeline
- SkiStar begins recruiting in August–September for the winter season. Hotels from September. Bars and restaurants from October. Swedish language is helpful but SkiStar and international hotels hire English speakers for guest-facing roles.
Worker Amenities & Living
Staff Housing Available
- Cost of Living
- SEK 2,500–4,000 (approx. EUR €220–€350 — housing, food, transport)
- Public Transport
- SJ (Swedish Railways) train to Åre station — direct night trains from Stockholm (7 hrs) and Gothenburg. SkiStar ski bus between Åre, Duved, and Tegefjäll. Åre Östersund Airport (1 hr) with connections to Stockholm.
Staff Perks
- Discounted or free SkiStar season pass
- Staff meals at some employers
- Accommodation sometimes arranged through employer
- Pro deals on gear
- Access to Åre's summer activities (mountain biking, hiking)
Local Life & Community
- Après & Nightlife
- Lively Scandinavian après culture. Bygget is the iconic après-ski bar in the square — packed from 3pm with DJs and dancing on tables. Broken Bar & Grill for cocktails. Diplomat Ski Lodge's Wersén bar. Country Club for late-night. Supper Club for fine dining. Åre's nightlife is the best in Scandinavia. Midsommar celebrations in summer are legendary.
- Healthcare
- Åre Hälsocentral (health centre) with doctors. Pharmacy in the village. Nearest hospital: Östersunds sjukhus (Östersund Hospital, 1 hr by car/train).
- Shops & Services
- ICA supermarket, Systembolaget (state liquor store), bakeries, banks, ATMs, gear shops, and boutiques in the village square. Östersund (1 hr) for larger shopping needs.
- International Community
- Moderate — predominantly Swedish seasonal workforce with growing numbers of international workers, particularly from other Nordic countries, the UK, and Australia. English widely spoken. SkiStar actively recruits internationally.
Outdoor Activities (Non-Ski)
Nearby Towns
Åre Village
0 km awayScandinavia's premier ski resort — a charming lakeside village with a long skiing tradition, excellent restaurants, and true Arctic winter conditions. Think Whistler vibes with Swedish hygge.
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Nov 2025 – May 2026
Climate & Snow
- Winter Temps
- -20°C to -5°C
- Snow Reliability
- high
- Snowmaking
- 30% of runs
- Avg Snowfall
- 400 cm/yr
Location
63.3987°N, 13.0817°E
Nearest town: Åre Village