Cross-country skiing is a form of skiing whereby skiers traverse snow-covered terrain without use of ski lifts or other assistance. Cross-country skiing is widely practiced as a sport and recreational activity; …

Dec 15, 2024 · This overview about cross-country (aka Nordic and XC) skiing covers where to learn, gear, clothing, safety, etiquette and basic techniques.

Jan 5, 2026 · Cross-country skiing is a recreation and a sport that involves skiing in open country over rolling, hilly terrain as found in Scandinavian countries, where it originated as a means of travel as …

What is cross country skiing? Cross country skiing is a great way to stay in shape and have fun during the winter months while offering a vastly different experience to the crowds and steep slopes of …

Feb 22, 2025 · While the sport has evolved in many different directions, one particular type of skiing hasn’t strayed far from its roots. Cross-country skiing didn’t emerge as an activity, as opposed to a …

Cross-country skiing—sometimes called Nordic skiing, langlauf, or ski de fond—is a unique way to experience the beauty of snow-covered landscapes while engaging in a full-body workout. Unlike …

Jan 9, 2026 · Cross-country skiing returns as a premier endurance test at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, featuring equal race distances for men and women for the first time

Considering giving cross-country skiing a go on your next ski holiday? Here's our one-stop guide with tips on what it's like, what to wear and where you can easily give it a go.

Cross-country skiing, also known as Nordic skiing, combines downhill skiing’s fluidity, running’s cardio workout, and snowshoeing’s immersion in a winter landscape.

Mar 12, 2025 · Cross-country skiing is a wonderful way to enjoy winter. Gliding through snowy woods, you build fitness and connect with nature. To make the most of this rhythmic, full-body outdoor …