November 23rd 2024.
There are some McDonald's restaurants that truly stand out from the rest. From a beautiful location in Budapest to a creepy display of human remains in Rome, each branch has its own unique features. But perhaps the most impressive one of all can be found in Sweden - the only ski-thru McDonald's in the world.
Located in the popular ski resort of Lindvallen, this unique branch has been a hot spot for visitors this year, thanks to its growing social media fame. Linda Morell, head of public relations for SkiStar, the company that owns the resort and the McDonald's building, shared that there has been an 80% increase in English visitors this season alone. Sälen, the town where the resort is located, has been praised as a "veritable skier's paradise" by TripAdvisor and is known as the "best known" resort in the region, according to Lonely Planet.
One holidaymaker, 21-year-old Olivia Foley, discovered the McSki restaurant through TikTok and immediately added it to her travel plans. She and her family took a roundabout route to get there, stopping by her dad's house in Drammen, Norway before making the five and a half hour journey to Sweden. Despite the long journey, Olivia has no regrets and even plans to go back again.
Once you arrive at McSki, you can experience the thrill of skiing straight to McDonald's to grab a well-deserved Big Mac. And for those who prefer not to ski-thru, there is also room for 140 customers to dine in. The menu offers the same options as other McDonald's in Sweden, but with some additional items such as hot chocolate and warm cinnamon buns to help skiers warm up after hitting the slopes. They also have an Alpine vibe, with stone and wood accents, exposed beams, and cozy lighting.
Olivia shared that the restaurant was fairly busy during her visit, and the prices were similar to those in the UK. However, she did note that some menu items, like the popular cheesy bites, were not available. But fear not, because McSki does offer exclusive items like a side of falafel with dip, sweet potato fries, the McVegan burger, and a hot jalapeño chicken sandwich.
For those interested in visiting McSki, there are a few travel options available. You can fly directly to Oslo or Copenhagen and then take a connecting flight to Sälen. Or, like Olivia, you can make a road trip out of it and stop by some other destinations along the way.
In addition to the unique ski-thru experience, McSki also has a special display inside - a guitar museum featuring some of Elvis Presley's most famous guitars. So whether you're a fan of skiing, fast food, or rock and roll, McSki has something for everyone. Have you visited McSki or have a unique McDonald's story to share? We'd love to hear it - just send us an email.
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