Swedish Ski Resort of Sälen to Create Sugar Cane Summer Ski Slope
The SkiStar group, which runs Scandinavia’s largest ski resorts has announced the a ski slope made from sugar cane will be a new attraction this summer at their Sälen resort.
Sugar cane can be used to produce a type of bioplastic called polylactic acid (PLA), which is a biodegradable and compostable material. The process involves converting the sugar from sugar cane into lactic acid, which is then polymerized to create PLA.
“We want to get more people moving and to be able to offer an active and relaxing holiday all year round. We want more people to enjoy and access the amazing Scandinavian mountain environment even in summer. Previous years have also taught us that summer brings an increasing interest in well-being and in living and eating well. That’s why we’re heavily invested in overall experiences where we offer all of this, not least through our activity hotels and lodges,” says Stefan Sjöstrand, CEO of SkiStar AB.
The new summer skiing area will cover a total of 7000 sqm of skiing on Sälen‘s Anna slope, served by the Kråkan lift.
“The artificial grass consists of biologically produced plastic from sugar cane, where the plastic mats are produced in Sweden,” a SkiStar statement explains.
A Rail Park designed by SkiStar ambassador Jesper Tjäder has also been added and there’ll be a ski school available throughout the summer.
“With all these new attractions and investments, we’re taking yet another step towards becoming the leading year-round holiday operator for Scandinavia. We hope and believe that we will create many memorable mountain experiences for even more guests this summer, who want to experience both the joy of being active, relaxing and tackling a challenge. We always have something for everyone,” concludes Sjöstrand.
Aside from this news, summer skiing in Sweden has long been a unique experience that allows skiers to hit the slopes even when there is no snow on the ground. One of the most popular locations for summer skiing in Sweden is the Fjätrevallen ski resort, which is located near the town of Östersund.
The resort offers a range of summer skiing activities, including ski runs, snowboarding, and ski jumping. The ski runs are typically covered with artificial snow, which is made using snow cannons and maintained throughout the summer months. Skiers and snowboarders of all levels can enjoy the slopes, which offer a mix of challenging runs and beginner-friendly areas.
In addition to skiing, Fjätrevallen also offers a variety of other summer activities, such as hiking, mountain biking, and fishing, making it a great destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Overall, summer skiing in Sweden is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and experience the thrill of skiing, even during the warmer months.
