Four ski runs at Gopshusbacken and six trails sharing a starting point give Gopshus a clear focus for active days. You can plan around your preferred balance of alpine skiing, individual hiking destinations and longer routes connected with the Vasaloppet. The village also lies on the southwestern shore of Lake Spjutmosjön.

Gopshusbacken for a skiing-focused stay

The family-friendly alpine ski area at Gopshusbacken has four runs, the longest measuring 1,350 m. This gives you both the number of runs and a specific distance to help you plan a day of skiing. Operating hours may vary by season. Check the latest operating information before planning your travel dates around skiing.

Hiking trails starting at Gopshusbacken

The trail network includes Linnéstigen, Finnsannrundan, Enmyrrundan, Högåsstigen, Runt berget and Åsmyrrundan. All six trails start at the information board by Gopshusbacken ski slope. Having a shared starting point makes it easier to find your way when planning a hike. Finnsannrundan has stations with suggested exercises; check the latest information and trail conditions before setting out. Linnéstigen leads to the summit of Gopshusberget, although trail conditions may vary by season. This gives you two distinct hiking options: a trail with suggested exercises and a named summit destination.

Vasaloppsleden and longer hikes

Vasaloppsleden passes through Gopshus and largely follows the Vasaloppet route. The fully developed hiking trail runs from Sälen to Mora, with nine overnight huts along the way. The section in Gopshus is therefore part of a route on a larger scale than the local trail network. If you are planning a longer hike on Vasaloppsleden, check the latest information about the trail and huts, as the infrastructure may be maintained or changed.

Landscape and trail connections

Gopshus lies on the southwestern shore of Spjutmosjön. The section of Vasaloppsspåret that passes through Gopshus is part of a municipal nature reserve. Check the local rules before visiting this protected area. Gopshusbacken is connected to Oxberg via Vasaloppsspåret by a lit trail; the round trip is about 8 km.

A historical connection to the Vasaloppet

From 1937 to 1962, Gopshus was a checkpoint for the Vasaloppet. This former role is a distinct, time-specific part of the village’s event history.

The trail features can help you choose: Finnsannrundan offers suggested exercises, Linnéstigen leads to a named summit destination, and the connection to Oxberg offers a lit route with a stated round-trip distance. This lets you choose between stations, a summit destination and a connection with a specified distance.

Find accommodation to suit your travel plans

When looking for a holiday apartment in Gopshus, start with your planned focus: if skiing is your priority, it is important to check seasonal operating hours. For hiking, you can consider the local trail network, the summit route and the connection to Oxberg. Match your travel dates to the relevant conditions and check accommodation availability for your preferred dates.

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