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Welcome to Skjåk

Are you new in Skjåk and wish to become better acquainted with the village and what happens here? We at the municipality office want to facilitate your inclusion in the community. Contact us, and we will connect you with a local enthusiast or representatives from sports clubs or other organizations you are interested in getting to know better.

Why choose Skjåk?

Moving to Skjåk is about embracing a different way of life. You can ski to work, see wild reindeer from your office window, and enjoy a starry sky on your way to the gym. In Skjåk, you get to enjoy special moments every day of the year!

By living in Skjåk, you have the chance to make a difference for many people, whether at work or in your free time. Here, every person matters, and everyone can contribute to creating a pleasant environment and great experiences for themselves and others.

There is so much in life
you wait for and desire,
But more than just existing,
it’s belonging that truly inspires.

Jan-Magnus Bruheim

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10 great reasons to settle in Skjåk

1. Plenty of space

Time and space to live and experience. In Skjåk, you get a lot of space for your money, both indoors and outdoors.

2. Active leisure

Active environments in sports, outdoor activities, music, and volunteer organizations. From bridge to climbing, from choirs to go-karting—Skjåk offers a vibrant sports and cultural scene. Here, you’ll find something for everyone.

3. You belong

“But more than just existing, it’s belonging that truly inspires”. This feeling is hard to capture in words or images. It’s simply there, and it feels good.

4. People know who you are

Everyone knows each other. In a small place like Skjåk, it’s quick to figure out who to contact for what. It might take a bit of time to become well-acquainted, but once you make a friend in Skjåk, you have a friend for life.

5. You are needed

The spirit of volunteerism is alive. In Skjåk, we have a tradition of helping each other when needed. What you and your family contribute, big or small, makes a significant difference to the community. Here, it’s easy to get involved and make an impact — if you want to.

6. As dry as the Sahara

Umbrellas and rain gear are foreign concepts for us who live here. Skjåk is sheltered from rain by the high mountains surrounding us, resulting in a dry and stable climate with just 270 mm of rain per year, much like the Sahara.

7. A part of the National Park Kingdom

Skjåk is in the heart of the National Park Kingdom, surrounded by the national parks Jotunheimen, Breheimen, and Reinheimen. You can sleep under the stars, drink fresh water from a stream, pick berries, and enjoy clean air. With 80% of Skjåk being protected nature, you can experience breathtaking views or simply enjoy the freedom. The choice is yours.

8. Unique hunting and fishing opportunities

Have you ever tasted the flavor of your own freshly caught trout cooked over an open fire, or felt the excitement of hunting moose or reindeer? As a resident of Skjåk, you get exclusive hunting rights. Every resident is guaranteed access to wild reindeer hunting, and with a single fishing permit, you can fish in 200 lakes and 250 km of rivers in Skjåk Almenning.

9. Ski all year round

Ski in shorts. The ski season in Skjåk has no beginning or end. Enjoy a vast network of groomed trails, ski lifts, mountain tours, backcountry skiing, and a summer ski center right nearby.

10. The Entrepreneur Village

Skjåk is an entrepreneurial village. If you have a business idea or a spark of innovation, you’ll find excellent support from experienced advisors and resources here.