Information in english
Väsman VinterArena is a non-profit association dedicated to creating and maintaining natural ice skating trails on Lake Väsman and Burtjärn in Ludvika, Sweden. Our work is entirely volunteer-driven, and every contribution we receive – from sponsors, donors, and members – goes directly into keeping the ice in good condition. Funds cover equipment, fuel, maintenance, and repairs. No one in the association is paid; everything is made possible by community engagement and passion for outdoor winter activities.
Membership
As a non-profit organization, we rely on our members to keep the trails open each season. By becoming a member, you help us maintain safe and enjoyable skating on Väsman and Burtjärn. Become a member here
Membership fees:
• 50 SEK – members under 18
• 100 SEK – members over 18
• 200 SEK – family membership (same address)
To register a family membership, please provide names and contact details for all members. For children, we also require the guardian’s phone number and email.
Payment options:
• Swish: 123 586 99 20
• Bankgiro: 5383-6698
(Please include your name with the payment.)
Once the fee is registered, you will receive a confirmation message.
We manage our member registry through Idrott Online, following all GDPR requirements.
As a member you receive:
• Updates on our activities
• Invitations to the annual meeting
• Opportunities to join volunteer work groups during the season
Thank you for supporting our work and helping us keep the ice open!
Our Ice Trails
Burtjärn
Burtjärn, located between Burens and Sörvik, offers a 1.3 km loop that typically freezes early and rarely develops cracks. This allows us to open the season sooner than on larger lakes and enjoy stable ice far into the winter.
The starting point is marked with a flag by the bathing area, where you will also find an information board, seating, and a public fire pit – perfect for a warm break between laps.
Lake Väsman
When open, the trails on Lake Väsman start at Skuthamn and can also be reached from the Ludvika marina. From there, the routes extend toward Sörvik, Brunnsvik, Norrvik, and Dröverka. Each stop along the way has an information board and map.
Our volunteers drill test holes regularly along the trail and publish updated ice conditions on our website. Please refer to the Ice Report page for current safety information.
Partners
We are proud to collaborate with:
• Skating Dalarna
• The Swedish Skating, Sled, and Roller Sports Federation
• The Swedish Ice Safety Council
• Our local sponsors – dedicated businesses in Ludvika Municipality who support our work and help keep the ice open each season
