Registration Spots Opening for Norrøna Adventure’s Two Upcoming Winter Festivals

October 11, 2024

Norrøna is collaborating with top outdoor brands to host the Norrøna Ice Festival and Norrøna x Gore-Tex Freeride Festival in early 2025

OSLO, Norway (Oct. 11, 2024) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/— Norrøna, the four season, family-owned Norwegian manufacturer of premium apparel and gear, is opening additional registration spots for its upcoming Norrøna Ice Festival and Norrøna x Gore-Tex Freeride Festival. The Norrøna Ice Festival will welcome climbing enthusiasts the world-class ice climbing destination of Rjukan for an immersive experience of ice climbing, ski touring and more. Later in the winter, Norrøna and Gore-Tex will offer three days of freeriding, ski touring, clinics and more in the heart of the French Alps. Additional registration spots for the two events will open this Sunday, Oct. 13.

Norrøna Ice Festival

February 6-10, 2025

Norrøna, in collaboration with Scarpa and Petzl, is offering an all-inclusive four-day event to experience the unique world of ice climbing.

Event Highlights:

• Location: Rjukan, Telemark County, Norway. A world-class destination for ice climbing with over 150 icefalls.
• Duration: Four days of thrilling activities including ice climbing, ski touring on the Gaustatoppen peak, speed climbing competitions, social gatherings and more.
• Partnership: Proudly presented by Norrøna with Scarpa and Petzl as partners, participants will have the chance to test top-tier gear in the field.

Key Activities:

• Ice climbing and ski touring clinics led by Norrøna ambassadors and local guides.
• Indoor climbing session at Gneis Lysaker, Oslo.
• Speed climbing competition.
• Product testing of Norrøna, Scarpa and Petzl gear.
• Inspiring presentations, tech talks, and social dinners at Norrøna House in Oslo and at Rjukanhuset in Rjukan.

Norrøna x Gore-Tex Freeride Festival

March 20-23, 2025

After a successful first festival in 2024, Norrøna and Gore-Tex will be welcoming ski enthusiasts to three days of world-class freeriding, guided backcountry skiing, clinics with Norrøna ambassadors and unforgettable memories in Chamonix, France.

Event Highlights:

• Freeride & Ski Touring: Three days of freeriding, ski touring, and avalanche clinics with Norrøna ambassadors and expert local guides.
• The Vallée Blanche Descent: Ski down the iconic Vallée Blanche from Aiguille du Midi, one of the most spectacular off-piste runs in the world.
• Exclusive Gear Testing: Test the latest Norrøna and Gore-Tex products, perfect for extreme alpine conditions.
• Après-Ski & Fine Dining: Wind down at Moö Bar in downtown Chamonix and enjoy 3-course dinners showcasing local French cuisine.
• Inspiring Presentations & Tech Talks: Hear from Norrøna ambassadors, including skiing icons like Chris Davenport, and participate in tech talks covering the best tips and tricks for mastering the mountains.
• Luxury Accommodation: Stay at the newly renovated 4-star Hotel Le Refuge Des Aiglons, offering a cozy mountain lodge feel, complete with an outdoor pool, spa and stunning mountain views.

Featured Clinics:

Whether you’re looking to challenge yourself or simply enhance your skills, there’s something for everyone at the Norrøna x Gore-Tex Freeride Festival in Chamonix:

• Steep Skiing: Learn techniques for skiing challenging and steep slopes.
• Ski Touring: Intermediate and advanced clinics with lessons about avalanche safety.
• Sidecountry Freeriding: Lift-based skiing with lessons in avalanche safety.
• Backcountry Freestyle: Master your jumps and tricks in the backcountry.
• The Vallée Blanche Descent: Experience this iconic ski route high above Chamonix.

For information about the festivals and to register, please contact Julie Uggen at julie.uggen@norrona.no. For media inquiries about Norrøna, please contact senior account manager Corinne Baud at corinne.baud@rygr.us.

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About Norrøna: In 1929, Jørgen Jørgensen, a Norwegian outdoor enthusiast, began his search for durable outdoor equipment to perform in Norway´s harsh and rugged land. Starting with simple innovations such as leather straps, canvas backpacks and cotton clothing, he set Norrøna’s direction: To search for the best in technical advancements and to create the ultimate performance products. Today, four generations later, Norrøna is still a family-owned and run company and a leader in the growing market of sustainable sportswear. www.norrona.com