Morgedal is the birthplace of skiing, or to be more correct, ski sport...

People have used skiing as a mode of transport for over 4000 years. However in the 1800's downhill skiing as we know it today was influenced like never before by Sondre Norheim from Morgedal. Who was this charismatic character who changed ski design and gave us the world's first carving ski and full heel binding? Where did he live and what was it about the terrain he grew up in that so inspired him to develop skis and new techniques just for the pure rush of the downhill? The answers are waiting for you in Morgedal, this magic little Norwegian valley which gave ski sport to the world.
Jazz lovers flock to New Orleans, Elvis fans congregate in Memphis, ski enthusiasts travel to the little mountain valley of Morgedal. What do they all have in common? The search for the original... Maybe it is time you took the skiers pilgrimage to Morgedal - no flashy chairlifts, ritzy bars or designer ski wear... just the world's first slalom slopes, still in their original condition and a valley where people have always loved to ski.

Morgedal -

World famous as the birthplace of modern skiing.

BAGJUMP is coming to Norway!

From February 20 - 23, 2010 we are bringing new school jumping back to Morgedal - the birthplace of ski sport. A valley which has produced radical ski jumpers who broke all the rules of what was considered possible to do on a pair of skis. These "ski flyers" were circus acts thrilling the crowds who came to watch - setting and breaking national and world records. What better place to introduce Bagjump to Norway than Morgedal?
Be part of a Norwegian first! Join us in Morgedal for 4 spectacular days of bagjump action. Book a private session for your group or organisation or sign up for the Morgedal jump camp. Hurry - places are limited! Read More

Sponsorship Opportunities!

Here in Morgedal Utvikling there are good opportunities for businesses who want to profile themselves through sports and active events and with the Morgedal name. We pride ourselves on being initiative takers who run quality events and activities. We are always looking for sponsors to join us in our projects here in Morgedal. We still have space for sponsors for events in 2010 so please get in touch This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it if you are interested in getting your business profiled together with us here in Morgedal.

Winter Action in Morgedal

There is heaps happening this winter in Morgedal! The snow has arrived early, winter is here and there are many exciting events and happenings planned for the end of 09 and start of 2010. Check out our activities calendar here to stay in the know! Who said that there is no life in the country?!

The Morgedal Games - a telemark gathering

Put these dates in your diary: 11 - 14th March 2010! This will be a festival quite unlike anything else on the telemark calendar... we are inviting telemarkers from around the globe to join together in the birthplace of the sport to celebrate a home-coming! Morgedal is not a ski resort - no big lifts, groomed trails or mountainside lodges... rather a simple and almost untouched valley where people have always had a passion for skiing. Come and join us - skiing the fields, building jumps, playing and celebrating the fantastic heritage of the sport. Read more

New Instructors for Morgedal

Over the last 3 years - Morgedal Development has taken the iniative and together with Norges Skiforbund has trained up 16 new telemark instructors to work on the local ski hill here and also as guides on the many historic slopes around Morgedal. Now in 2009 we have 4 new instructors working this season to complete their level one qualifications. We kick-started the new season with an excellent training weekend up at Rauland Ski Centre. Are you interested in gaining a telemark instructor qualification? This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it