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 -
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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 |
BAGJUMP film competition
Make your film from BAGJUMP's visit here in Morgedal and get it in to us as soon as possible!
Films should be at least 1.5 minutes long and no longer than 2.5 - post your film on your normal video sharing site and send us the link - we will link directly to your fil here as well. Films will be judged next week so get your masterpieces in now. Winning film wins 1000kr! Get inspired by checking these film examples here: Morgedal BAGJUMP day one and night sessions |
Come and ski the World's first Slalom Slopes!
"His eyes take in the wild terrain under him, the slope is dizzingly steep and broken. No one has skied here before, no one believes it is possible either. With a deep breath he makes his choice - it can be done, I'm doing it! (on Sondre Norheim - adapted from Sondre Norheim fra Morgedal, Kjetil Steinsholt and Knut Hoihjelle)
Now we are opening up the historical slopes where Sondre and his peers skied, played and competed - pushing all boundaries of what was previously thought possible on a pair of skis. Slope clearing, started in 2009 and we will soon have some awesome terrain to explore here in Morgedal. To find out how you can come and test yourself on the world's first ski slopes -
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Book the best seats in the house!
The Morgedal Games - our telemark gathering is coming up and the very best place to stay to catch all the atmosphere and action is Øverbø - the birthplace of Sondre Norheim! High on the hills overlooking Morgedal - this magic spot is now reavailable for booking during the games weekend. Contact us to make a booking and for more info on the games see here... |
BAGJUMP in Norway for the first time!
A big thank you to everyone who came to jump, watch, help and of course all our sponsors who helped us get BAGJUMP here! Most of all a huge thanks to Skare Gard who hosted the event.
From February 20 - 23, 2010 we brought 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? Pictures from the event
After 4 days of fantastic jumping and over 100 satisfied jumpers - the conclusion is that this was "very cool" and will not be the last time. 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
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if you are interested in getting your business profiled together with us here in Morgedal.
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