Development of Ski Resorts
Description of the action and objectives
Green Deal action
Development at ski areas in the capital area is proceeding according to municipal agreements. Construction at Skálafell is planned for 2025. At Bláfjöll, plans include adding a chairlift in Eldborgargjá and a tow lift in Kerlingadalur.
Implementation period
Planned completion in the second half of 2028
Status: In progress
Status report on July 1, 2025
Project not started.
Older status reports
| Timeline | Progress description |
| January 2024 | The ski lifts are open, and snow production has started. Development in Skálafell has been postponed until 2025. |
| July 2023 |
The ski lifts were ready and delivered around New Year's 2022/2023, and now work is underway on installing snow production in Bláfjöll. The goal is to complete this work by November 2023. |
| January 2023 | The lifts called The Queen (Drottningin) and The Jack (Gosinn) are operational. |
| July 2022 | Work on installing new ski lifts has begun and the estimated completion is in the spring of 2023. Work on snow production will begin in 2023 in Bláfjöll and in 2026 in Skálafell. |
Connection of action to Reykjavík City's policies:
Related actions
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- 1. For All of Us | The Green Deal Residents' well-being and the feeling of belonging in Reykjavík.
- 2. Let Dreams Come True | The Green Deal Children and adolescents let their dreams come true.
- 3. Culture and arts will be integrated into city life | Green Deal Everyone has equal opportunities to participate in and enjoy culture and arts.
- 4. Sports for all | Green Deal Most people regularly engage in sports or other physical activities.
- 5. Improved public health | Green Deal A health-promoting, sustainable, and diverse community.
- 6. Human rights, increased participation, and improved conversations with residents | Green Deal Residents have the opportunity to work with the City to improve their quality of life.