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SKIING
in nORWAY 2012
Skiingnorway.com
cONTENT
WELCOME2
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CROSS COUNTRY SKIING
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WEATHER & CLOTHING
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xc-SKIING & HEALTH
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DNT Oslo 6-7
HOTEL TO HOTEL
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OUR DESTINATIONS
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røros10
Valdres11
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rondane
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jotunheimen 14
Espedalen15
Peer Gynts Rike
Skiing Norway - For skiing and winter activities
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Lillehammer17
trysil18
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hovden22
tRAVEL AGENCIES
WELCOME
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ACCOMMODATIONS25
OUT SKIING!
Skiing Norway is a nationwide
interest group for cross-country
skiing and winter activities in
Norway. It was established in
2001 in collaboration with Innovation
Norway, Norges Skiforbund
(Norwegian skiing association),
The Association for the Promotion
of Skiing and the Norwegian
Trekking Association. Skiing
Norway wants to ensure that you
have great experiences in the
Norwegian nature, both with and
without skis! We would like to
wish you a hearty welcome to
Winter Norway!
ACTIVITIES WITHOUT SKIS
These days, winter resort businesses
can offer much more than just
cross-country skiing. A wonderful trip
ABOUT THIS BROCHURE
Publisher: Skiing NorwayBA
Project management: Anita Koot
og Monique van Dijk-Seppola
Postboks 7 - 2675 Otta, Norway
Storgata 15 - 2670 Otta, Norway
Tel. +47 61 23 06 53
[email protected]
www.skiingnorway.com
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Nordic Life/ Innovation Norway
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on a horse and sleigh with bells and
torches, or a visit to a lavvo with a
bonfire, where you will be served
a warm drink, will add another
dimension to your experience.
Most locations offer ski rental and
skiing lessons, and will also have
slalom slopes/ski tows. Many
locations have special activities
for children and offer discounts
to families. The soft, white snow
inspires you to play. From vigorous
snowball fights amongst teenagers
to more creative forms of expression,
such as small children making
snowmen, or grown-ups building
impressive snow sculptures.
Snow also equals speed for many
on skis, rump-sleds, toboggans,
kick-sleds or sleds. Fun and
excitement for people at play,
regardless of age.
CONTENTMENT AND WELL-BEING
After your ski trip, you might like
to enjoy a sauna or a swim, relax
around an open-hearth fire or
even have a dance after dinner.
Everywhere, you will experience
a distinct and cosy environment
where the individual is catered for.
Fine cuisine is an important part
of a successful holiday and, at our
full-service establishments, you
will find a sumptuous Norwegian
breakfast and excellent food, with
many Norwegian specialities.
SEASONAL VARIATIONS
The snow has a magnetic attraction to us. Real ski enthusiasts
hurry to put on their skis as soon
as the first snow falls in November, forming a thin, white blanket
over the landscape.
CROSS COUNTRY SKIING
Challenges for all skiers in Norway.
Many enthusiasts are not finished
with their regular skiing until May.
Right through to the middle of
summer, quite a few Norwegians
will ascend the high mountain glaciers, in order to enjoy warm summer days on white snow, under a
blue sky and a blazing sun.
Christmas and New Year in the
mountains is a very special experience, built around festivals and
traditions. Use the daytime to take
refreshing skiing trips and in the
evening you may enjoy authentic
food and savour the wonderful
atmosphere.
From January until March there
is usually plenty of snow and
excellent trails. Even though the
days are short and temperatures
are at their lowest, this is the time
Foto: Utefoto. www.visitnorway.com
for great nature adventures. The
snow glistens in the snow-clad
trees. Dusk brings with it the
mystical, fascinating blue light,
which has inspired many artists
both past and present. If the
night should reveal a star-filled
sky, you will often witness the
Northern Lights dancing across
the heavens. This is the time for
those who seek calm, tranquillity
and recreation.
Foto: Stryn Skisenter/Ski Fjord Norway /Terje Rakke Nordic Life
Easter in Norway is a symbol of
sun, snow and joy of life. Many
Norwegians want to be on the
white, sun-drenched plateaux at
this time, to seek out wonderful
nature adventures and to enjoy
peace and recreation. Much of the
day is spent outdoors, on the sun
terrace, on the ski trails, or simply
playing in the snow.
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weather &
clothing
Good planning is the basis for a successful tour.
THE NORWEGIAN MOUNTAIN CODE
To ensure that your stay in the
mountains is as comprehensive
and successful as possible, it is
important to abide by the 9 mountain codes.
1. Do not set out on any long trips
without practicing first.
2. Notify others of your route.
3. Respect the weather and the
weather forecasts.
4. Learn from the locals.
5. Be equipped for bad weather
and cold, even on short trips.
6. Always take a rucksack and
proper mountain gear.
7. Never go alone.
8. Turn back in time. Sensible
retreat is no disgrace.
9. Save your energy and dig yourself into the snow, if necessary.
SUN IN THE MOUNTAINS
Even in overcast weather in the
mountains, the sun can be very
intense. Cover all exposed areas of
skin with sun tan lotion containing the appropriate sun protection
factor. In extremely cold temperatures, sun tan lotion should be
water-free. If you have any doubts
about which sun protection factor
you should use, please seek advice from the nearest chemist.
HOW TO DRESS IN THE MOUNTAINS
You should always dress according to the level of activity you are
going to undertake. You should
dress in order to maintain body
temperature and avoid sweating.
Vigorous activity requires less
clothing than lighter activity. Take
warm and comfortable clothing
with you. Generally, clothes are
separated into 3 layers:
1) The inner layer should be
insulated with woollen undergarments, as well as woollen socks.
The inner layer should function as
a sweat-transporting layer.
2) The middle layer should consist
of wool, cotton or fleece clothing.
3) The outer layer should be
windproof and/or waterproof with
adjustable air vents at the wrists,
neck, waist and below the knees.
SKI EQUIPMENT
There are different types of skis.
The most commonly used are
cross-country skis or mountain
skis, with or without steel edges.
At certain ski rental establishments
it is also possible to rent wax-free
skis, but these are not so common
in Norway. Your choice of skis
should be based upon the type of
terrain and the type of trip that you
are intending to undertake. If you
have any doubts, ask for advice
from your tour operator or directly
from your hotel/holiday accommodation before you travel.
If you are planning to take your
own ski boots and rent skis, check
beforehand that the bindings are
compatible. SNS and NNN bindings are most commonly used in
Norway. Mountain skis often use
Rottefella bindings. If you require
tips and advice regarding ski waxing, please visit: www.swix.no
You will also be able to rent a pulk
sled at most establishments.
It is recommended that children
under 6 months of age should
not be placed in a pulk sled. Nor
should the air temperature be
below -10 degrees centigrade.
If you are intending to take a
longer trip over several days, it is
important to pack properly. The
Norwegian Trekking Association
has some useful tips for mountain
trips on its website at: www.turistforeningen.no
XC-skiing &
health
Skiing in the forests and mountains provide energy. Mentally, it is very refreshing.
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING FOR
EVERYONE
Cross-country skiing is an activity
that is suited to everyone and
you will encounter every type of
skill level and tempo on the trail.
Regardless of whether you are a
fast or slow skier, cross-country
is all about technique. At first, it
may be a little difficult to establish
the correct movement and weight
distribution that will make the skiing easier. To gain experience and
to whet your appetite, it might be
smart to practice a little first.
EXCELLENT FITNESS TRAINING
Skiing is perhaps the best endurance sport to be found. One of
the reasons for this is that skiing
usually takes place out in nature,
far removed from road traffic
and built-up areas. This offers
the opportunity for variety and
adventure. Cross-country skiing
is a gentle activity that does not
put as much strain on the legs
as jogging. Cross-country skiing
affects the back, arms and legs
and involves all the major muscle
groups.
In other words, you are improving
your physical conditioning, endurance strength, balance, weight
distribution and technique. Neither
are there any particular requirements regarding how you are
built. Whether you are tall, short,
lightweight or a little heavier, you
can enjoy cross-country skiing.
Weight training for the arms,
upper body and legs, as well as
roller skiing, can help to improve
your skiing proficiency.
WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION FOR
OPTIMUM GLIDE
Rather than shifting their weight
from side to side and sliding
slightly forward for each step that
they take, it is usual for novices
to ski with their weight evenly
distributed on both skis for the
whole time.
To achieve optimum weight distribution, you should be able to flex
your ankles and bend your knees
slightly, while at the same time
attempting to carry the weight
of your body forward in order to
kick back. Then you will achieve a
greater sliding movement, which
is part of the fun of skiing. At first,
it can be difficult to find your balance and your ski sticks can be
more of a hindrance than a help.
Practice a little by taking some
trips without ski sticks. Then you
will be forced to kick back correctly in order to move forward.
TOTAL RELAXATION OF THE MIND
Once you have found your
rhythm, you will begin to think
about other things and time will fly
past. Before you know it, you will
have travelled a good distance,
will be well and truly out of breath
and will have rosy cheeks. You will
also be in a great mood, having
navigated yourself through snowclad spruce trees and around
other skiers actively using the
nature.
A relaxed cross-country skiing
trip, or a shorter trip at a greater
pace, offer great variety to an
exercise programme. Skiing is so
natural and so pleasurable that,
once you have started, you never
think of it as exercise. It is also
very motivating to do something
different during the winter to keep
yourself in shape. It is easy to
imagine that a ski trip will take
ages but you can, in fact, achieve
great exercise benefits by taking
shorter trips from half an hour to
one hour’s duration, at a slightly
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Leirvik
Røldal
Øvre Sandvatn
Sandvasshytta
Blomstølen
Varland
Haukeliseter
Skinnarbu
13
Haukeligrend
19
Kvanndalen
Vågsli
Holmavasshytta
Tuddal
Høyfjellshotell
Sigridsbu
Nordstul
Blestua
51
Mjøndalen
Drammen
Drammen
Mjaugetj.
24 Knutehytta
Rauland Høyfjellshotell
11 Selsli
Kongsberg
Rauland
Meheia
Raje
Sveinsbu
Ivarsbu
Holmestrand
Notodden
Grimåsen
Åmot
Omholt
Sørmyr
Solum
22
Darrebu
Seljord
Sommerseter
Jønnbu
Økter
Presteseter
Bolkesjø
The Norwegian Trekking Association
Storavassbu
Longåsdalen
Ølen
Bleskestad
Sauda
Løkjelsvatn Lyngmyr
Olalia Jonestølen
Sand
Haugesund
Mostøl
Kvilldal
11 Sloaros
18
Bleskestadmoen
Bjåen Th.
Hovden Fjellstoge
Hovdestøylen
Tjørnbrotbu
15
7
Osabu Saurdal
Berdalen
Krossvatn
10 6
6
10
10
Sandsa
Vassdalstjørn
Stranddalen
15
Dalen
Berdalsbu
Gvarv
Bø
17
Fugleleiken
4
Trollsvann
Svanstul skisenter
Vindfjelltunet
Bjørnevasshytta
Heisetra
Hovatn
Siljuknatten
15
Hovstøyl
Storsteinen
Eidavatn
Skien
Sandefjord
Grasdalen
Melands
12 Kringlevatn
Berg
Grønahei
3 12
Bossbu
Porsgrunn
Valle
10
Fyresdal
11
Nilsebu
Torsdalsbu
10
10
Brevik
Trodla-Tysdal
Larvik
Stavskar
Litle Aurådal 11 6 Storevatn
Nystøyl
Svartenut
Sildevika
Birtedalen
Stakken
TaumeGautefall Turisthotell
Kvipt
Viglesdalen
Fardalen
Nutevasshytta
17
vatn
Grautheller 6
Langesund
Rysstad
Songedalen
21
Hengeltjørnloftet
Lysefjorden 8 4 12
4
Bakken
Fløyrli
Vindilhytta
Langeid
Preikestolen
Børsteinen
Håhelleren Øyuvsbu
Granbustøyl
Ådneram
Kragerø
Fløyrlistølen
6
16
Sirdal
18 Tjønndalen
Nodhagen
Mjåvasshytta
Skåpet
Langavatn
Sandvatn
h.hotell
7
Blåfjellenden
4 Haugen
Josephsbu Gaukhei
Grunnetjørnsbu
13
15
Vinddalen
9
20
10
Gramstad
Valevatn Solheim
Høgaleitet
Skarsvassbu
18
7 10
Kronen Gaard
Skredå Kvinen
Risør
Tomannsbu
Bortelid
Åmli
Lakkenstova
7
Lyngør fyr
Ålgård
Ljosland Fjellstove
Dølemo
Olandsbu
Støle
Tvedestrand
Knaben
Stavtjørn
Gullingen
Kopervik
The Norwegian Trekking Association (DNT) is Norway’s biggest outdoor activities organisation
with 240.000 members. For some 144 years, DNT has been working to promote trekking and
to improve conditions for all who enjoy the country’s broad range of outdoor attractions. DNT
maintains a huge network of waymarked routes in the mountains and offers accommodation in
more than 465 lodges all over the country. As a member you can have the DNT-standard key,
which gives you access to the unstaffed cabins.
DNT organizes a large number of guided tours, which include transport, accommodation,
meals and guiding. It is simple to join a guided tour; Everything is organized, just get in shape
and prepare your rucksack! For more information about DNT, visit:
Nordvikgården
Skudeneshavn
Geitungen
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Stavanger
Sola Strand Hotel
Sandnes
Tonstad
Åseral
Horten
Evje
Tønsberg
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Arendal
Store Torungen
Egersund
Fevik
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STAFFED LODGES
FONDSBU
is beautifully situated by the
lake Bygdin in Jotunheimen. Ski
terrain with great variations.
Marked routes to several lodges
in Jotunheimen. Bus from Oslo
to Tyin, weasel in to the lodge.
Contact info: Adress: Fondsbu,
Eidsbugarden, 2985 Tyinkrysset
Ph. +47 970 74 218
Fax: +47 902 14 218.
E-mail: [email protected].
www.turistforeningen.no/fondsbu
FINSEHYTTA
Great ski terrain, marked routes
to Hardangervidda and Skarvheimen. Train directly from Oslo
or Bergen. Finsehytta is situated by
the highest train station in Norway
with 1222 m.
Contact info:
Adress: Finsehytta,5719 Finse.
Ph. +47 56 52 67 32
E-mail:
[email protected]
www.turistforeningen.no/finsehytta
RONDVASSBU
is situated in the heart of Rondane,
Norway’s first National Park. Marked routes. Access to several 2000m peaks. Bus or train from Oslo or
Trondheim. Taxi to Mysuseter.
On skis in spectacular landscape in
to the lodge.
Contact info: Adress: Rondvassbu,
2675 Otta. Ph. +47 61 23 18 66
E-mail:
[email protected]
www.turistforeningen.no/rondvassbu
GJENDESHEIM
The cabin is situated in beautiful
surroundings by Gjendeosen and is
a perfect starting point for skiing
tours in the area. From here you
can go to the highest peaks or use
the prepared ski tracks. Possibility
to drive all the way up to the cabin.
Contact info: Adress: boks 32,
2684 Vågå. Ph. +47 61 23 89 10.
Mobile: +47 416 66 301.
E-mail: [email protected]
www.turistforeningen.no/
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GUIDED TOURS
On new tracks in
Jotunheimen
TOUR 1290/12 7 days
Departure dates: Sun 18/3,
Sun 25/3, Sun 1/4
The southern part of Jotunheimen
is for many skiers an unknown
area. This route from south to
east shows you some of the great
variations of the National Park.
Accommodation will be in smaller
self-service cabins and staffed
lodges. The last day you will
hopefully see the known ridge
of Besseggen from the lake of
Gjende. This route is less demanding than in the central part of
Jotunheimen.
Route: Tyinstølen – Tomashelleren – Yksendalsbu – Fondsbu
– Gjendebu – Gjendesheim
Transport: Train or bus with
departure and return in Oslo.
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MAP: ELLEN JEPSON
Winter
by others
Løyper routes
som ermarked
kvistet/merket
av
(app.
length
in km)i km)
andre(ca.
lengde
Snowmobile
Beltebilrute route
Road
Vei
Railway
Jernbane
Town,
Større village/farm
sted, mindreetc.
sted
Staffed
lodge
(may offer selfBetjentDNT
turistforeningshytte
Langdalsbu
service/no-service
or mayubetjent
be closed
(kan være selvbetjent,
before
and after
Easter)
eller stengt
utenom
påsken)
Feskarbu
Self
service DNT
cabin,
provisions
Selvbetjent
turistforeningshytte
(may be
closed part of the winter)
Molde
Ubetjent turistforeningshytte
Unstaffed
cabin,
no provisions
DNT-hytte,DNT
plass
må bestilles
Vinjeøra
Storlisetra
Kårøyan
Grytbakksetra
MARKED SKI ROUTES
Græslihytta 24
Heggset
Gressli
Løkken
Hardbakkhytta
Saga
Rindal
Kristiansund
Tverrlihytta
Resdalen
Hermanhyttafor the principal skiing
The Jutulbu
map shows the situation
Grindal
season at Easter (PalmSaturdayGråhaugen
until Easter
Monday).
Jølhaugen
Ås
Tydal
22
Støren
Aunegrenda
Haltdalen
19
Sylarna
18
18
Nedalshytta
Væktarstua
25
22
15
18
19
40
15
16
Gåsen
Lund
dörr
23 30
18
Helags
Ljungdalen
15
12
Fältjägaren
Kjølihytta
14
Surnadalsøra
Before and after Easter less routes 23
are marked,
Jøldalshytta
Berkåk
Ramssjøen
Vindølbu
more cabins are closed
and some may be unstaffed or
Trollheimshytta
Damtjønna
Todalshytta
22 Nerskogen
have a self service quarter instead of being
staffed.
Ulsberg
Hevertjønna
See our websiteRenndølsetra
for updated map
of 22
2012 and
dates
Vassenden
Gjevilvasshytta
Kårvatn
Viromdalen
for each cabin at www.turistforeningen.no/english. Fagerhaug
Innerdalen
Bårdsgarden
13
DNT will take no responsibility
for misprints
or Oppdal
Heimstad
Vasstindbu Brandstadbu
Festa
changes that
occur
magazine.
Vollasetra
Sunndalsøraafter print of this
J E P S O N
Winter
by DNT
Løyper routes
som ermarked
kvistet/merket
(app.
length
in km) i km)
av DNT
(ca. lengde
Nersetra
Gullsteinvollen
Sollia
Reitan
17
Brekken
Vauldalen
Røros
16
Harsjøen Feragen
Tänndalen
23 Fjellnäs
Funäsdalen
21
MarenLjøsnåvollen
vollen
Skedbro
Os
Betjent privat turisthytte/hotell
Muggsjølia
Fjølburøsta
Tännäs
Staffed
private
(may
(kan være
stengtlodge/hotel
utenom påsken)
Eiriksvollen
5 Blokhus
be closed before and afterMåsvassbu
Easter)
17
Langen
Orkelsjøhytta
Tolga
Kärin
Privat selvbetjent turisthytte
Reinsvassbu Raubergshytta
Gjøra
Narjordet
Røvollen
Svartvassbu
Rogen
Private self service cabin, provisions
sjön
Dindalshytta
Privat ubetjent turisthytte
Åndalsnes
Hodal
16
Hoemsbu
Femundshytten
Private unstaffed cabin, no provisions
Gammelsætra
Vangshaugen
Privat hytte, plass må bestilles
Haugen
Private hotel/cabin, reservation needed
Grøvudalshytta
Røde hytter gir rabatt til medlemmer
Storrödtjärn
24
Sæter
Red symbols=discount for members of DNT
Svukuriset
Raudsjødalen
Rastehytte (nødbu)
9
Hävlingen
Aursjøhytta Loennechenbua
Emergency shelter
Reinheim
18
Tynset
Brosundet
Fokhaugstova
Jonasvollen
(no food or equipment)
Finset
Vinterstengt
eller nedlagt
4
10
Ellefsplass
Knausen
Åmotdalshytta
17
11
Closed
Femund
Sykkylven overnattingsted
Sylseth
9
Kongsvold
Brydalen
Grimsbu
fjellstue Elgå
Snøheim
Tjønnebu
turistsenter
Grövelsjön
Hjerkinn Fjellst.
Alvdal
Bjorli
Stranda
Tylldalen
Vakkerstøylen
Folldal
Fjellh.
Valdalen
Hjerkinn
Sølenseter
Tafjord
Hageseter
Lesjaskog
Sletten Folldal
Velleseter
19 Brøstdalen
30
15
Reindalsseter
lshytta
Furuhaugli
Pyttbua
Grimsdalshytta
Kaldhusseter
22
Patchellhytta
Femundtunet
Fokstugu
Union Øye
Dølbekkseter
11
9
18 11 20
Femundsvika
14
12 Blæsterdalen
Veltdalshytta
Høvringen:
Geiranger
20
Hotell
Dombås
Torsbu
Mefurua
Korsberghytta
18
Drevsjø
Dørålseter
21
12
Brekkeseter
Hellesylt
20
Eftansåa HaverdalDanskehytta
17
Toftemo turist
Breisjøseter
sæter
12
Haukliseter
Skjåkseter
Dovre Høvringen
13
15
Høvringen fjellstue
Nesset
Billingen
Storgrytdalseter
Tyssenaustet
21
5 Smuksjøsr.
Grotli
FemundSundet Th.
H. Høgfjellshotell
10
Pollfoss
Peer Gynth.
Rondeheimen
Putten
Bjørnhollia
13
16
Hjelle
Skridulaupbu
Engerdal
Vågåmo
Rondetunet
Rondvassbu
Sel
15
Stryn
Rondane
Bismo
Rondane Spa
Mysuseter
Brimi
fjellstugu
Gjestegård
Enden
Skålatårnet Vetledalseter
Lom
Eldåbu
Otta
Sota sæter
24
Atnosen
Gråhøgdbu
Fossheim
Rondeslottet
18
Lemonsjø
Trulsbu
Slæom
Bødalseter
Skjerdingen
Rondablikk
Elveseter
23
20
Sjoa
Spidsberg- 18
Medalsbu
Raubergstulen
Briksdal
seter
Kvam
16 Jotunheimen fj.st.
Sprongdalshytta
26
Vinstra
Veolie
Byrkjelo
Venabu
Juvasshytta
Bøvertun
Nørdstedalseter
Jostedalen
Jammerdalsbu
Friisvegen
Koppang
13
Glitterheim Hindsæter
Hotell
15
Fefor
16
Høyset
Stølsdalen 21 Krossbu
15
Arentzbu
Gålå
Besstrond
18
Spiterstulen 26
Ringebu
Finnbøle
Fast
28
Bessheim
20 Leirvassbu
Skei
Sognefjellshytta
Tungestølen
Kvitfjell
Ruten Wadahl
Skottenseter
Sikkilsdalsr.
Vetåbua
Fannaråkhytta 15
9 Dalseter
12 19
Lauvåsen
26
Vigdalstøl
9
9 Gjendesheim
Storhøli
Turtagrø
Espedalen
Olavsbu
Fåvang 15
Oskampen
16
Memurubu
Fagerhøi
30
Skjolden
Fivla
Strand
Lyngbua
15
15
Lunde
Gjendebu
Skogadalsbøen 16
Valdresflya 15
Flatbrehytta Navarsete
Fuglesteg
Storkvelvbu
Nermo Djupslia
Torfinnsbu
25
Vormeli Fondsbu
Roasætra Austlid Skei
Skagastølsbu
Hotell
Haugseter
22
Fjærland
Stølsmaradalen
Bygdin
Skriurusten
Godlidalen
Hornsjø
Gaupne
Ingjerdbu
Synstsgardseter
Trysil hyttegren
23
Gravdalen
21 30
12 13
Vetti Tyinholmen
21
14
17
Avdalen
Storeskag
13
Grøssete
20
Skramstadseter
Vestre Gausdal
10
Nordseter
Pellestova
Yksendalsbu
20
9
Åkersætra
Øvre Årdal
10
Tyinstølen
Rena
12
35
Haldorbu
Tyin
Verskeid
14
Liomseter Kittilbua
Årdalstangen
Sjøenden
Tyinkrysset
Sju- 12 4
Krokbua
Beitostølen Yddin
Halgutusveen
4 12
Slettningsbu
Svarthamar
Tomashelleren Sørre
sjøen
Sandfløten
30
Skjellbreidhytta
Filefjellstuene
Lillehammer
Lenningen
Nystuen
Sogndal
estrand
Snippkoia
Hemsing Vangsjøen
Juskjølkoia
Sulebu
knes
Dalen
Vingrom
Maristuen
Budor
Spåtind
Målia
Grindaheim
Flisberget
Nysr.
otel
Bleikesr.
Elverum
10
18
Nythun Glenna
Lærdalsøyri
Brennabu Fagernes
Storlondammen
es
Lageråkvisla
Løvknuten
Viksøyri
Rundkjøl
Breistølen
Vaset
Hugulia
Kljåen
Flotsberget
ne
Gåsbu 15
Danebu
Gomobu
11
Feten
Løten
Aurdal
Nøsen
Gjøvik
ålsethytta Jashaugbu
Småsetra/Svarttjenn/Svartskog
Bjordalsbu
Aurland
Hamar
Hemsedal Golsfjellet Guriset Oset
Ossætra
Merket
alen
Bjøberg
Dokka
16
Bagn
Sanderstølen
Vikafjellet
Rokosjøen
Gravset
Mæhlumsetra
Ørterstølen
Storefjell
14
26
Østerbø
Flåm
Iungsdalshytta
Fyre
Tingstadkoia
Kongshelleren
17
Kamben
Vatnahalsen
Flisa
Grindaflethytta Myrdal
Bergsjøstølen
Hellebekk
40
33
Steinbergdalen
Gol
edalen
22
23
14
Opptrekkern
Liatoppen
GeiteryggStorestølen 23
Tvinnestølen
Upsete
26 Rødungstøl
Vesterås
Kaldavass hytta
Kjerringfred
Malungstugua
Myrland
15
Ljosanbotten
Ål
Hestekroken
Hedalen
a
Mjølfjell
24 16
Nes
Hol
Skaslien
20
Raggsteindalen
Hallingskeid
Voss
9
23
Nesbyen
Storekrak
21
Fagerhøy
Gammelsaga
20
rs
Ulvik
Lygnaseter/Skarvåsbu
9
Vassfarkoia
Geilo
Lordehytta
Finse
41
Brandbu
Harehopp
Dr. Holms
Ranten
Ustaoset
Demmevasshytta
Abborputthytta
Haugastøl
Vikerkoia
Torfinnsheim
Sørbølsetran
Hakkesetstølen
Langedrag
26
Jaren
41
13
Rongastovo
8
Eidsvoll
28 Krækkja
Lia
Rembesdalseter
ytten
Buvasskoia
20
Flå
Kjeldebu
Dagali
Tuva
Fagerheim
15
Dusehesten Dalabu
Krossdalen
Gulsvik
Kiellandbu
Toveseter
Garen
Haglebu
9 Dyranut Halne 16 14
Snellingen
Liset
Åan
Torsetlia
Jevnaker
Sandvasseter
13 Våka- 14
Tjuenborgkoia
Kinsarvik
Grua
Grua
Vasstulan
22
Råbjørn
35
vadet
Utne
Vivelid
Rødberg
HeinLangtjern
Høgevarde
Kongsvinger
Solheimstulen
Bislingen
23
Trantjern
Bjoreidalen
Tempelseter
20
13
Stigstuv 13 seter
Katnosdammen
Sinnerdammen
14
Bekkestua Gardermoen
13
Trondsbu
Bergersætra
31
Stavali
Ulveli
12
28
Imingfjell
20
Hønefoss Ringkollen Katnosdammen
Breidset
23
Eggedal
Hedlo
18
Grønknutkoia
Rauhellern
Jondal
Norefjell
Hønefoss Løvlia
Hadlaskard Sandhaug 25
18
11
20
21
Hovinkoia
12
26
Mårbu
16
Kikut Spikertjern Kløfta
20
Torehytten
Tyristrand
Småroi
Kobberhaugen
Lufsjå
Presthytta
22
25
Tømte/Sellanrå
24 Besso
5
Tyssevassbu
18 20
22 Veggli fjellstue
20
Grønknutkoia
Lillestrøm
Myrsetra Smedmyr Kobberhaugen
23
17
Skjeggedal 18
Stordalsbu 18
Dakkeset
Lågaros
24
Veggli
Fjellvang
Mustadkroken
Tyristrand
Steinsbøle
Hovinkoia
18
Studenterhytta
Kalhovd
Litlos
Reinaskor
Holmaskjerbu
Daggrø
15
22
Sundtjønn
OSLO
Tinn
Losby Gods
Mosdalsbu
Sæteren
Oslo
20
Mogen
Odda
Svarvestolen
Helberghytta
Kjørkevatnet
Øvre Fjellstul
Kvanntjørn 21
Røyrivann
Fonnabu
8 Gvepseborg
Svarvestolen
13 7
Åmot
Flesberg
Hellevassbu
Eriksbu
12
Eiksetra
Middalsbu
Hovdehytta
Gaustablikk/
Rjukan Fjellstue
Vangen
Fagerfjell
Øvresaga
16
Rjukan Kvitåvatn
Hokksund
Sauabrehytta
26
Seljestad
Småvannsbu
Gausta
th.
Sigridsbu
Blestua
Varland
Drammen
Haukeliseter
Simlebu
51
Ski
Nordstul
Røldal
Mjøndalen Drammen
Tuddal
Skinnarbu
13
Mjaugetj.
Høyfjellshotell
Øvre Sandvatn
Bolkesjø
Knutehytta
Haukeligrend
24
19
Rauland Høyfjellshotell
11 Selsli
Sandvasshytta
Vågsli
Kongsberg
Kvanndalen Holmavasshytta
Blomstølen
Rauland
Meheia
Storavassbu
Styggemann
Sloaros
Raje
11
Bjåen Th.
Sveinsbu
Ivarsbu
13
Holmestrand
Sauda
Notodden
Grimåsen
Åmot
18
Horten
Omholt
Sørmyr
Hovden Fjellstoge
9 Bleskestadmoen
n Lyngmyr
Solum
Mostøl
22
Darrebu
Seljord
Sommerseter
Tjørnbrotbu
Hovdestøylen 15
Jønnbu
Økter
Kvilldal
Presteseter
15
stølen
E L L E N
Kvikne
M A P :
DNT-lodge/cabin, reservation needed
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You can go from hotel to hotel with or without a tour guide and luggage.
HALLINGDAL TRAIL SOUTH 144 KM
There is a continuous trail from
Ustaoset over Geilo to Sangefjell
and Veståsen to Myking. Most of
the route follows prepared trails
andpasses over Dyna, which lies
at the border between Ål and Nes.
From Dyna it runs to Myking and
continues towards Synstevann
(crosses the road to Tunhovd). If
you would prefer a shorter stage
between Myking and Haglebu, you
can take a detour to the E.K.T.
Langedrag Nature Park. Here you
may stay overnight during
weekends/Easter and on
individual weekdays when there is
no school camp. The trail continues
further towards Hallingnatten.
From Hallingnatten it runs along
Lake Reinsjøen and down to
Flatvollen. The descent to
Flatvollen is steep and difficult
and represents a challenge as the
slope is not easy to prepare. The
trail then continues towards
Haglebu, Tempelseter and finishes
at Norefjell. As an alternative, you
can also take the trail over
Høgevarde on the section
between Haglebu and Norefjell.
www.fjellferie.no
THE TROLL TRAIL 170 KM
A wonderful skiing trip from the
striking high mountain terrain in the
Rondane National Park in the
north, via a ’more gentle’ mountain
terrain, to the Winter Olympics
town of Lillehammer in the south.
The trip starts at Høvringen and,
with the Rondane Massif in the
background, runs via Kvamsfjellet
to Venabygdsfjellet, further to
Øksendalen, and continues past
mountain farms at Øyerfjellet to
Nordseter. From here, you can
choose to take a longer loop
around Lake Sjusjøen or descend
to Lillehammer. The skiing trip also
offers transportation of luggage
and there are different departures
for trips with and without a tour
guide. The trail passes through
varied terrain and is marked from
1st February until the end of Easter.
The day stages are of 17-42 km
duration. The trip is best suited to
competent, well trained skiers.
Mountain skis (skis with steel
edges) are recommended as the
trail is only partly prepared. The trip
can also be taken from Lillehammer and northwards to Høvringen.
www.norske-bygdeopplevelser.no
THE PEER GYNT TRAIL 60-100 KM
The Peer Gynt trail offers you
a varied skiing experience in
authentic surroundings, from Espedalen via Fefor, Gålå and Kvitfjell to Skeikampen. The trip will
include views of the Jotunheimen,
Rondane and Dovrefjell national
parks. This will give you stunning
and dramatic impressions of the
otherwise friendly mountain areas
that the trail passes through. You
will be skiing at 700-1,500 metres
above sea level! The daily stages
are relatively short and there
are many interesting diversions
enroute. The whole Peer Gynt trail
is frequently maintained and
ordinary cross-country skis may
be used. There are various places
to stay overnight along the trail
and also a wide range of activities.
The Peer Gynt trail is easy and is
therefore suitable for all. no
www.norske-bygdeopplevelser.no
Our destinations
Værnes
Trondheim
Kristiansund
Rindal
Røros
Molde
Norge
Oppdal
Ålesund
Stryn
Nordfjordeid
Sandane
Vågå
Lom
Otta
Jotunheimen
Høvringen
Mysuseter
Rondane
Kvamsfjellet
Vinstra Venabygdsfjellet
Ringebu
Peer Gynts Rike
Espedalen
Trysil
Nordseter
Sogndal
Valdres
Lillehammer
Sjusjøen
Fagernes
Ål
Voss
Bergen
Gol & Golsfjellet
Hamar
Gjøvik
Hallingdal
Nesbyen
Uvdal
Gardermoen
Hønefoss
Oslo
Hardandervidda
Rauland
Hovden
Moss
Rygge
Larvik
Stavanger
Kristiansand
Sandefjord
Torp
RØROS
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Be Captured
Foto: Geir Tønset
Destination Røros offers a
pulsating cultural life, wild and
unspoiled nature, two national
parks, a dramatic history and local
produced food of superb quality.
At the hearth of Røros you find
Europe`s oldest preserved wooden
buildings, listed on UNESCO`s
list of World Heritage Sites. The
region is easily accessible, has
extremely stable snow conditions
and offers activities in most types
of weather with its open mountain
plateau and forest clad valleys. The
Røros plateau is situated 600800 m.a.s.l, with summits as high
as 1600 m.a.s.l, and represents
an agreeable challenge to most
people. News! Direct flights from
Stockholm Arlanda and Trollhättan
Göteborg during winter season.
Foto: Roar Øhlander
recommended accommodations
Røros hotell
Tel. +47 72 40 80 00
www.roroshotell.no
With tracks starting right outside the front
door. Winter season: Prices from
NOK 750,- p.p in double room
Breakfast and ski rental included.
Foto: Tom Gustavsen
FACTS
Highest summit
Elgspiggen 1604 m.a.s.l.
Marked ski trails
More than 500 km of prepared trails in forest and high mountain terrain. 120 km is connected to the town of
Røros. 2 floodlit trails.
Winter activities
without skis
History, culture, culinary experiences, sleigh rides, dog sledding, Sami adventures, ice fishing, snow kiting and
snow mobile.
Ski rental
Røros Sport, Tel. +47 72 41 12 18 and Røros Hotell Tel. +47 72 40 80 00.
Recommended trips
Live in Røros and take daily trips.
Alpine facilities
Hummelfjell Alpinanlegg, 15 min by car from Røros, www.hummelfjell.no - Ålen Skisenter, ½ hour by car fra
Røros, www.aalenskisenter.no.
Nearest railway station
Røros, see www.nsb.no.
Nearest airport
Røros Lufthavn/2 min drive from Røros town centre. NEWS! Direct flights from Arlanda Stockholm and Trollhättan.
Goteborg every Thursday and Sunday in the period 2nd of February – 8th of April.
Further information
Destination Røros - Tel. +47 72 41 00 00 - [email protected] - www.roros.no. Daily updated track information.
VALDRES
Winter Paradise Valdres
Foto: Ingjerd Thon Hagaseth
Valdres is one of Norway’s most attractive and varied winter areas and
is the perfect choice for families.
Much of the reason for its popularity
is the wide variety of activities and
the refreshing winter landscape.
More than 1000 km of machine
prepared trails leading across the
mountains and through the majestic
forests are just waiting to be enjoyed, whilst off-piste skiing offers
endless opportunities for exploring
the pleasures of Norway’s undisturbed winter landscape. For more
information and cross-country trail
maps, contact the Valdres Tourist
Information www.valdres.com
For those who enjoy the thrill of
downhill skiing, there are a total of
7 Alpine Centers in Valdres with
slopes suitable for both beginners
and the more advance skiers and
snowboarders. www.valdres.com
for further information.
Packages: www.fjellferie.no
recommended accommodations
Nythun Høyfjellstue
Tel. + 47 61 35 79 30
www.nythun.com
Gomobu Fjellstue
Tel. + 47 61 35 77 10
www.gomobu.no
Grønolen Fjellgard
Tel. + 47 61 35 29 90
www.gronolen.no
Herangtunet Boutique Hotel
Tel. + 47 613 41665/ +47 976 33310
www.herangtunet.no
Foto: Ingjerd Thon Hagaseth
Valdres: A cross-country fairytale.
Accommodation at Nythun Høyfjellstue
(Kruk), Gomobu Fjellstue (Vaset) and
Grønolen Fjellgard (Beito). The best
areas for cross-country skiing in
Valdres! Choose how long you wish to
stay in each mountain lodge. Ski rental
available and transportation between
the accommodations (extra charge).
NOK 850 per person/night in a double
room including “winter pension”
(breakfast, take-out lunch and dinner).
A very charming Boutique Hotel for an
unique and exceptional experience.
Relax in the outside sauna . Perfect
place to start from for daytrips and
adventures. Great nature and child
friendly. .
Foto: Ingjerd Thon Hagaseth
FACTS
Highest summit
Vestre Kalvehøgda 2208 m.a.s.l.
Marked ski trails
A total of 1,100 km in varied terrain, comprising forest trails and high mountain trails, as well as 12 floodlit trails
Winter activities without skis
Dog sledding, sleigh rides, snow rafting, airboard, SMX, ice fishing, snowshoe trips, sleigh rides, reindeer safari
Recommended trips
Beitostølen – Danebu 70 km. Varied terrain in high mountains, forests and valleys. Marked from Feb until April.
Ski school/Ski rental
Alpine facilities
Tyin-Filefjell Skisenter www.tyinfilefjell.no -Beitostølen Skisenter & Raudalen www.beitostolen.com
Valdres Alpinsenter www.valdresalpin.no - Brattstølen Skisenter www.brattstolen-skisenter.no Storefjell Ski- og Akesenter www.storefjell.no - Stavadalen Skisenter www.stavadalen.no Children activitites and cafées.
Nearest railway station
Gol www.nsb.no, Tel. 815 00 888
Bus
Bus from/to Oslo (Valdresekspressen) up to 6 daily departures. Daily from/to Bergen www.jvb.no Tel. +47 61 36 59 00
Nearest airport
Fagernes Airport, Leirin www.fagernesairport.com, Tel. +47 67 03 02 00
Further information
Valdres Tourist Office, Tel. +47 61 35 94 10 [email protected] www.valdres.com
RONDANE
HØVRINGEN
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Foto: Øigardseter fjellstue/ Arthur Van Riet
Real mountain adventures
A popular area for skiing in the
Rondane National Park. Mountain
hamlet with shops, mountain
cafes and several establishments
offering accommodation. A wonderful high mountain terrain with
prepared and marked cross-country
trails, extending up to 1,500 metres
above sea level. Several of the
trails have glorious views over the
mountains and valleys.
You may choose shorter trips
closer to Høvringen or longer trips
into Rondane. You will also find
sheltered forest trails. Friendly
hosts, good food and our own
Høvringen wine will add a special
touch to your holiday. Høvringen
will give you a real mountain
adventure!
Packages: www.norske-bygdeopplevelser.no
FACTS
Highest summit
Rondslottet 2128 m.a.s.l.
Marked ski trails
A total of 140 km, comprising 80 km of
high mountain trails and 60 km of forest
trails. Ca. 10 km of skate skiing track
Winter activities without skis
Snowshoe trips, sleigh rides, snow mobiles
Ski school/Ski rental
Høvringen Skiskole Henrik Morell
Tel. +47 918 08 671 www.hoevringenskiskole.com
Recommended trips
The Troll Trail from Høvringen to Lillehammer.
Alpine facilitites
Bus to Dombas alpine centre once a week
Nearest train station
Otta / 25 km www.nsb.no
Nearest airport
Oslo Airport Gardermoen, 320 km. Direct
airport coach on Saturdays booking:
Tel. +47 61 23 37 17 [email protected]
Further information
Høvringen Aktivitetsselskap AS
[email protected], www.hovringen.no
Foto: Terje Rakke/Nordic Life /Innvoasjon Norge
Foto: Øigardseter fjellstue/ Arthur Van Riet
recommended accommodations
Høvringen Fjellstue
Tel. +47 61 23 37 18
www.hovringenfjellstue.no
Week 10 & 11, 2 adults + 2 childr. (10-15 yrs)
Nok 2.010,- inkl. 3/4 pension p.n or Nok
1.675,- when children 3-9 years.
Formoseter
Tel. +47 61 23 16 70
www.formoseter.no
Week 2-6 and 11-13, cottage 4-6 person
Nok 4.000,- pr. week.
Putten Seter
Tel. +47 61 23 30 12
www.puttenseter.no
Offer week 6 and 11-13: Cabin for 4
persons NOK 4.000,- per week. Breakfast,
lunch and dinner NOK 640,- per night
per person. Discounts for children.
Rondane Haukliseter
Fjellhotell
Tel. +47 61 23 37 17
www.rondane.com
From week 7 to Easter, NOK 840,- per
night per adult, NOK 420,- per child.
One child free per two adults in same
room. Incl. full board.
Rondeheim Den Norske Fjellskolen Cabins from NOK 120,- per person per
Tel. +47 61 23 37 14
night. Room and board from NOK 450,-.
www.rondeheim.no
Winter activities with guide.
Smuksjøseter Fjellstue
Tel. +47 61 23 37 19
www.smuksjoseter.no
Winter Holliday offer week 13 – 15, two
adults + two children NOK 1700,- per
night incl. full board.
Øigardseter Fjellstue og leiligheter
Tel. +47 61 23 37 13
www.oigardseter.no
Winter Holliday from NOK 690,- per person per night with full board. Discounts
for children, own children slope.
RONDANE
MYSUSETER - VENABYGDSFJELLET
Foto: Venabu Fjellhotell
Norway‘s first national park
Varied ski terrain with rocky peaks and
both rocky and wooded mountain
plateaus. National park. Stable snow
conditions. Once you visit Rondane,
you’ll long to return year after year. Easy
hikes for beginners and families, challenging hikes for the more experienced,
activities and cultural events. Rondane
Høyfjellshotell has a spa and wellness
centre. Norlandia Otta Hotel is situated
close to the station in the centre.
Venabu is situated on a mountain
plateau south of Rondane and offers
guided tours. All have excellent food,
a friendly atmosphere, good ski tracks
and international clientele.
recommended accommodations
Norlandia Otta Hotell
Tel. +47 61 21 08 00
www.ottahotell.no
Weekend at Norlandia Otta Hotel this
winter from NOK 510,- per person per
night in double room, incl. breakfast,
lunch and hot beverages in your thermos.
Rondane Spa
Tel. +47 61 20 90 90
www.rondane.no
Mon. to Fri. NOK 2.995,- per adult, half board
in double room. Mon. to Fri. self-catering
NOK 3.200,-.
Venabu Fjellhotell
Tel. +47 61 29 32 00
www.venabu.no
1-week winter break at Venabu from
2 - 28 January 2012: full-board, 7 nights,
from NOK 5250,-. Transport supplement
Gardermoen to Venabu, Saturdays NOK 420,- per person one way
Foto: Venabu Fjellhotell
Packages: www.norske-bygdeopplevelser.no
FACTS
Highest summit
10 summits in Rondane Nasjonalpark over 2.000 masl. Venabygdsfjellet 30 summits ca 1000-1460 masl.
Marked ski trails
Ca 200 km prepared tracks in high mountain and forrest terrain.
Winter activities without skis
Snowshoeing, canoeing, chair sledging, dog sled rides
Ski school/ski rental
Contact the hotels
Recommended trips
The Troll trail from Høvringen to Sjusjøen, spending the night at a hotel or unmanned DNT cabin and prearranged tours through the Norske Bygdeopplevelser www.norske-bygdeopplevelser.no or booked directly.
Alpine facilities
Small slope 3 km from Venabu Fjellhotell.
Small slope 1 km from Rondane Høyfjellshotell.
Nearest train station
Otta (Rondane Spa) - Vinstra (Rondablikk) - Ringebu (Venabu) www.nsb.no
Nearest airport
Oslo Airport Gardermoen
Further information
Contact the hotels.
JOTUNHEIMEN
From sheltered wooded slopes to high summits
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Foto: Johan Wildhagen/www.visitnorway.com
Jotunheimen is Southern Norway’s
most alpine landscape and offers
an astonishing variety of activities. You may take advantage of
well-prepared trails on wooded
slopes or whizz down from high
summits. There are 550 kilometres
of prepared trails and almost 200
summits above 2.000 metres, for
those who would rather trample
their own paths.
Lemonsjø Alpinsenter and Grotli
offers a family-friendly alpine facility with
a snowboard park and a variety of
slopes for both adults and children.
Rental of snowboards, alpine and
telemark equipment. Would you
prefer a winter holiday without skis?
Very few areas in Norway offer
as many ski-free alternatives as
Jotunheimen.
recommended accommodations
Bessheim Mountain Lodge
and Cabins
Tel. +47 61 23 89 13
www.bessheim.no
4-day winter offer, February-April 2012:
Nok 2.900,- per person for room and board.
Includes ice-fishing expedition and dinner
in a lavo (wigwam) one evening. Cabin with
shower, toilet and kitchen for 4 persons for
4 days, February-April 2012: Nok 3.900,-
røisheim hotel and
coach house
Tel. +47 61 21 20 31
www.roisheim.no
Gourmet and randoneé during the period
3 – 6 May. Nok 1.800,- per person per day
includingr 4-course gourmet dinner, breakfast, packed luch and free guiding.
Activity Firm
Natur Opplevingar AS
Tlf + 47 61 21 11 55
www.naturopplevingar.no
Encounter the musk ox, experience dog
sledding, pull on your snowshoes and explore our wonderful winter landscape. We
tailor our tours to your needs, promising
an unforgettable adventure.
Foto Røisheim hotell
FACTS
Highest summit
Galdhøpiggen 2.469 m.a.s.l, 200 summits over 2000 m.a.s.l.
Marked ski trails
Ca. 550 km, comprising 300 km of high mountain trails, 230 km of forest and 20 km of floodlit trails
Winter activities without skis
Hunting, fishing, snowshoe trips, sleigh rides, ice canyoning, moose safari, ice climbing
Alpine facilities
Ski school/ski rental
Lemonsjø Alpinsenter, Tel. +47 61 23 87 55 www.lemonsjo-alpinsenter.no
Grotli, Tel. +47 61 21 74 74 www.grotli.no
Recommended trips
DNT - www.turistforeningen.no
Nearest railway station
Otta/ca 45 km www.nsb.no
Nearest airport
Oslo Airport Gardermoen
Further information
Jotunheimen Reiseliv as, [email protected] Tel. +47 61 21 29 90, www.visitjotunheimen.com
Espedalen
– our friendly wilderness
Winter in Espedalen is winter in
one of the most authentic and
snow-sure skiing areas in the high
mountains, at 700-1,517 metres
above sea level. A fairytale winter
landscape with prepared and
marked cross-country trails. There
are family-friendly mini-circuits,
trails in sheltered forest terrain
and high mountain trails with wonderful views. Popular destinations
are our warming huts located
centrally within the trail network.
They are open to our guests free
of charge, and during the season
the warming huts will also be
heated 1-7 days a week. We want
to provide all of our guests a good
skiing experience, whether they
are beginners or advanced, and
we put a great deal of time and
effort into grooming the slopes
into different types of terrain so
everyone has great ski days.
recommended accommodations
FACTS
Highest summit
Ruten 1517 m.a.s.l.
Marked ski trails
A total of 220 km, including forest trails
and and high mountain trails
Winter activities without
skis:
Tobogganing, sleigh rides, ice canyoning, ice-climbing, ice fishing, iceskating,
guided tours, snowshoing, children’s
activities
Ski school
At your your hotel/hostel
Ski rental
At your hotel/hostel
Recommended trips
Take a look at the hotel/hostels web-pages for descriptions
Alpine facilities
1 lift near Dalseter, descent appr.750m,
altitude change 140m
Nearest railway station
Vinstra www.nsb.no
Nearest airport
Oslo Lufthavn Gardermoen
Further information
See theHotels webpages
Dalseter Høyfjellshotell
Tel. +47 61 29 99 10
www.dalseter.no
“TRAVEL-2”, 5 nights incl. 1/1board:
Week 4, 5 & 13: NOK 6.525,- total for 2 p.
Week 6, 11 & 12: NOK 7.345,- total for 2 p.
Ruten Fjellstue
Tel. +47 61 29 73 20
www.ruten.no
“IGLOO” Week 4 & 5 “WINTERSUN”: Week
10,11,12 & 13. Minimum 4 nights og stay
including full board: NOK 1.500,- pr night for
2 adults and 2 children NOK 1.050,- pr night
for 2 adults.
Strand Fjellstue
Tel. +47 61 28 57 20
www.strand-fjellstue.no
Full board NOK 700,-/ pr person per night
all winter season rental of skis or snowshoes included
peer gynts rike
A real Norwegian winter holiday
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Peer Gynt’s Kingdom in Gudbrandsdalen embraces Espedalen, Fefor
and Gålå, and is one of the most authentic and snow-sure skiing areas
in the high mountains, at 700-1,517 metres above sea level. A fairytale
winter landscape with prepared and marked cross-country trails. There
are family-friendly mini-circuits, trails in sheltered forest terrain and high
mountain trails with wonderful views.
Packages: www.norske-bygdeopplevelser.no
recommended accommodations
Foto: CH/Innovation Norway
FACTS
Highest summit
Ruten 1517 m.a.s.l.
Marked ski trails
A total of 630 km, comprising 14 km of
floodlit trails, 210 km of forest trails and 420
km of high mountain trails
Winter activities
without skis
Tobogganing, sleigh rides, snow rafting,
ice canyoning, ice fishing, guided tours,
children’s activities
Ski school/Ski rental
Contact your hotel/hostel
Recommended trips
The Peer Gynt Trail from hotel to hotel, a
total of 60-100 km, depending on route.
Alpine facilities
Gålå: 7 lifts. Fefor: 1 lift. Espedalen: 1 lift
Nearest railway station
Vinstra www.nsb.no
Nearest airport
Oslo Lufthavn Gardermoen
Further information
www.peergyntsrike.com
Fefor Høifjellshotell
Tel. +47 61 29 33 00
www.fefor.no
Entire winterseason; Stay 3 nights with
fullboard; from NOK 3.450,- per person
Gålå Høgfjellshotell
og Hytter
Tel. +47 61 29 76 00
www.gala.no
Gålå Cabin w/ski package Cabin for 4 - 6
persons including free rental of cross
country skies or alpine skiing. Price from
NOK 5.455 - for a week
Wadahl Høgfjellshotell
Tel. +47 61 29 75 00
www.wadahl.no
Wadahl winter package Included in package: 5 nights accommodation (Sunday
- Friday) in double room for 2 adults and 1
child, half-board. Price: From NOK 7.300,-
Foto: Esben Haakenstad
Lillehammer
2000 km of cross-country ski trails
”The best ever ...” were the words
of Juan Antonio Samaranch following
the Winter Olympics at Lillehammer. Does this quote still apply? Of
course it does. Our top position has
yet to be challenged. A long list of
accolades shows that we are still
considered the best.
Sjusjøen: Voted Norway’s best crosscountry skiing region by the national
newspaper Dagbladet in 2010
Hunderfossen Winterpark: Winner
of the Scandinavian Travel Award
Birkebeinerrennet: One of the largest
cross-country ski races in the world
Kvitfjell: Voted best alpine destination by the national newspaper VG
in 2011.
Skeikampen: Recommended for
young families by Skiinfo.
Hafjell: Top marks awarded by the
national newspaper Dagbladet in
2010.
2000 km of cross-country ski trails
may strike you as unbelievable, but
we can guarantee that the Lillehammer region offers the absolute
best of what you can expect from a
skiing destination. Mostly prepared
for classic style, but hundres of
kilometer prepared for skating.
On the mountainplateau there are
safe areas for off-piste skiing. At
Venabu, south of Rondane, there
are also guided off-piste tours
Packages: www.norske-bygdeopplevelser.no
available.
recommended accommodations
Lillehammer Vandrerhjem
Stasjonen
Tel. +47 61 26 00 24.
www.stasjonen.no
Stay in a family room, 2 adults and 1-2
children, with breakfast included. Use
the self-catering facilities, or one of the
friendly restaurants in town. Price: 3
nights NOK 2970, 5 nights NOK 4.950,-
Nordseter Hyttegrend
Tel. +47 99 43 70 00
www.nordseter.no
Family Cabin HC62, 6 beds & sauna,
7 nights from NOK 5.500,-
Nordseter Fjellstue
og Hytter
Tel. +47 61 26 41 00
www.visitnordseter.com
Ski and winter holiday from NOK
585,00 per night for up to 4 persons.
Flexible arrival and departure dates.
Free WIFI. Early booking discounts.
Rustad Hotel og Fjellstue
Tel. +47 62 33 64 64
www.rustadhotel.com
Mid-week, 3/4 board incl., from NOK 740
per person per night. Excellent children’s
terms.
Sjusjøen Hytteutleie
Tel. +47 62 33 49 60
www.sjusjoen.no
Accommodation in beautiful high standard
cabins for 6 people in week 3 (Sun - Sun),
price from NOK 1.220, - per person
Accommodation in beautiful high standard
cabins for 6 people in week 6 (Sun - Sun),
price from NOK 1.420,- per person.
Skeikampen Resort
Tel. +47 61 22 50 00
www.skeikampen.no
Cabin at Austlid Fjellstue, Skeikampen,
for up to 6 persons. 5 nights, SundayFriday, from EUR 291,- per stay per cabin.
FACTS
Highest summit
Skeikampen 1124 m.a.s.l.
Marked ski trails
A total of 2000 km, comprising 1.350 km of high mountain trails, 600 km of forest trails , 50 km of floodlit trails
Winter activities
without skis
Hunderfossen Winter Park, dog sled rides, sleigh rides, ice fishing, snowshoe trips, tobogganing, ice skating, snowmobile trips, bobrafting, Jorekstad Leisure Pool, Maihaugen, Lekeland, and more.
Ski school/Ski rental
Skeikampen: www.skeikampen-skiskole.no - Ellen og Franz skiutleie, www.ellenogfranz.no - Hafjel www.hafjell.no
Sjusjøen: www.sjusjoen-skisenter.no - Nordseter: www.nordseter.no Kvitfjell: www.kvitfjell.no
Gålå: www.gala.no
Recommended trips
The Troll Trail Høvringen – Lillehammer, 170 km. Beautiful 8 day trip.
Alpine facilitities
Lillehammer SkiResorts www.lsr.no
Nearest Railway station
Lillehammer www.nsb.no
Nearest airport
Oslo Lufthavn Gardermoen / 145 km
Further information
Lillehammer Turist AS, Tel. 61 28 98 00, [email protected], www.lillehammer.com
Trysil
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The Radisson Blu Resort, Trysil
and Park Inn Trysil Mountain
Resort welcomes you to Trysil –
the largest and most popular ski
destination in Norway. You are
invited to explore 65 slopes and
32 ski lifts coupled with 100 km of
cross country tracks. As a guest
at the resort you have direct ski in
ski out access to the Norwegian
winter wonderland! Favorites
include alpine ,snowboard, free-
style, cross country, dog sledding
and sleigh rides with horses and
torches. Trysil has for many years
been known as one of the best
family destinations in Norway, and
this is reflected in the ski area.
Special ski areas, the ski school,
child care and the kids club all
make sure the youngest guests
leave Trysil with many happy
memories. The closest kids area is
brand new and located right out-
side the hotel. Fun-hearted snowboard and freestyle enthusiasts
enjoy the terrain park, which has
been rewarded as the best in Norway. As the leading ski destination
in Norway, Trysilhas invested in
the largest and most advanced
slope preparation equipment on
the market – all to make sure you
wake up to perfectly groomed
slopes every morning
recommended
accommodations
Radisson Blu Resort, Trysil
and Park Inn Trysil Mountain Resort
Tel. + 47 62 44 90 00/62 44 93 00
www.radissonblu.com/resort-trysil
Family room from NOK 1.390,- per night
inc breakfast and admission to adventure
pool
FACTS
Highest Highest summit
1132 m.o.h.
Marked trails
15
Without skis
Paintball, snowmobile safaris, build a bob, snow game, trysil challenge. Read more at: http://villmarkskompaniet.
no
Multi-day trip
Do you want to know when the trails were last groomed? Thanks to a GPS transmitter to track the machine, you
can easily see where there are fresh tracks. Service provided by TracTrac. http://www.tractrac.com/ski/trysil/
Ski rental
2
Alpine ski offer
consists of 66 runs in four distinct ski areas, linked by 31 lifts on three sides by mountains http://www.skistar.com/no/
Trysil/Skikjoring/
Nearest train station
Elverum
Nearest airport
Oslo Airport Gardermoen
More information
Trysilfjellet always offers great cross-country conditions. A total of 100 km trails are groomed throughout the winter, many of them for skating. With 31 lifts and 66 slopes, Trysil is the largest ski resort. Alpine resort has six chair
lifts, four of them are 6-seater express lifts, as quickly and comfortably take you up in Trysil 66 slopes. Read more
about Trysil here: www.trysil.no/
UVDAL
Numedal
Foto: Ole Jørn Solberg
Closer to nature
At the top of the Numedal valley,
about 100km from Kongsberg
and only 2,5 hrs drive form Oslo is
the winter paradise of Uvdal. The
winter season is long and snowcertain in Uvdal, with more than
400km of prepared cross country
tracks in the high mountains as
well as the lower valley.
Our family friendly alpine resorts
offer 25 slopes of varying difficulty,
and on Dagalifjell you will find one
of the longest tobogganing tracks
in Norway. In Uvdal you can stay
in accommodations varying from
fully equipped modern apartments
or cabins to historic farms and
traditional mountain lodges
Foto: Eivind Kurveid
FACTS
Highest summit
Borgsjåbrotet, 1.485 masl
Marked ski trails
More than 90 km on Dagalifjell, 30km on Imingfjell and 30 km Åsbøseterdalen/Ytre Nore, as well as a large selection
of marked trackes in the area of Hardangervidda, Tunhovd, Jønndalen and Borgegrend. 5 lit tracks from 2,5 to
14 km long.
Winter activities without skis
Tobogganing, dog sleighing, rally cross on ice, elk safari, snowmobile safaris, ice fishing, horse and sleigh rides,
horseback riding, Langedrag Nature park
Ski school/Ski rental
Alpine facilities
Uvdal Skisport, Uvdal Alpinsenter, Tel +47 32 74 13 00, www.uvdalskisport.no Alpinparken, www.alpinparken.no
Recommended trips
Cabin to cabin on the Hardangervidda – Imingfjell – Solheimsstulen – Mårbu – Rauhellern – Heinseter – Tuva – Åan
Nearest railway station
Geilo, www.nsb.no
Nearest airport
Torp Lufthavn Sandefjord, 190 km, Oslo Gardermoen, 240 km
Further information
Uvdal Visitor Information Centre, Tel +47 32 74 13 90, www.uvdal.no
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ÅL
HALLINGDAL
Foto: Ål Utvikling AS
Welcome to Ål in Hallingdal - family
friendly - wild and beautiful nature!
Ål is a versatile skiing destination
between Oslo and Bergen, and a
place where everyone can find their
winter paradise.
Here you find 400 km GPS driven and
signed cross-country skiing tracks,
in six different skiing areas, has been
designed for both classic skiing and
freestyle. In several places you will find
benches, camp fire pans and slopes
for sledging.
Liatoppen Skisenter is an internationally approved cross-country skiing and
Packages: www.fjellferie.no
Foto: Ingrid L. Ødelien.
biathlon arena. Liatoppen Fjellstove is
located right beside the ski arena.
We have one of the longest toboggan sledging slopes in the country
and good alpine conditions.
In the well known Bergsjøområdet
in the high mountains in Ål, you can
stay at Rødungstøl Høyfjellshotell,
Skarslia Apartment and Nordheim
Fjellstue.
In the centre of Ål you find Thon
Hotel Hallingdal, numerous shops
in addition to Ål Cultural Centre
which houses a cinema and offers
concerts and art exhibitions.
recommended accommodations
Rødungstøl Høyfjellshotell
Tel. +47 32 08 46 22
www.rodungstol.no
Winter offer incl. full board: In January
and after the 9 April: from NOK 635,per person/day. In February and March
from NOK 745,- per person/day
Nordheim Fjellstue
Tel. +47 32 08 46 76
www.nordheim.com
Winter offer – 4 nights NOK 6.500,2 adults 2 children (Children u/12 years
goes for free) Incl full board.
Skarslia Apartment
Tel. +47 32 08 46 84
www.skarslia.no
Winter offer: Apartment for 6 people
from NOK 550 per day. Cabin for
8 people from NOK 650 per day
Thon Hotell Hallingdal
Tel. +47 32 08 20 11
www.thonhotels.no/hallingdal
Winter offer: from NOK 950,- per room
per night incl. breakfast and fruit basket
on arrival.
Foto:Thorgeir Røer
FACTS
Highest summit
Raudbergnuten 1819 m.a.s.l./Reineskarvet 1791 m.a.s.l.
Marked ski trails
In total a 400 km GPS marked tracks, of which, approx. 234 km is high mountain tracks and approx. 166 km forest tracks.
In addition, there are several light tracks.
Winter activities without
skis
Sledging, dog sleigh racing, horse sleigh riding, ice fishing, ice skating, ski/snowboard cable park, snowshoe walking, as
well as kiting/skisailing. See www.al.no and www.bergsjo.no
Recommended
(multi-day) trips
Hallingdalsløypa (track) southern section - from Ustaoset to Norefjell, 144 km in total. Hallingdalsløypa (track) northern section
- from Myrland to Golsfjellet, 77 km in total.
Ski school
Ål Ski School at Ål Skisenter, www.aalski.no Skarslia Ski-og Akesenter (skiing and toboggan centre), www.skarslia.no
Ski rental
Ål Ski School at Ål Skisenter, www.aalski.no Skarslia Ski-og Akesenter, www.skarslia.no
Alpine facilities
Ål Skisenter, Votndalen in Ål. www.aalski.no Skarslia Ski-og Akesenter, Bergsjøområdet in Ål. www.skarslia.no
Nearest railway station
Ål Station, in the centre of Ål. Bergensbanen www.nsb.no
Nearest airport/transfer
Oslo Gardermoen Airport, 227 km. Sandefjord Torp Airport, 290 km.
Further information
Ål Tourist Information/Ål Booking Postboks 35, 3571 Ål, Norge Tel. +47 32 08 10 60 [email protected]/[email protected] www.al.no
Gol & Golsfjellet
THE FAMILY-FRIENDLY MOUNTAIN ...
Foto: Storefjell Resort
The Golsfjellet mountain is located
between Hallingdal and Valdres and
offers more than 160 km well- prepared cross-country tracks, partly
in sheltered forest terrain and partly
above the tree line in open area
with a spectacular view in all directions. You may enjoy the scenery
of Hallingskarvet and Jotunheimen.
In Golsfjellet mountain there are 2
alpine centres, with “fun-park” for
children and easy downhill slopes
for adults, in addition to crosscountry skiing. If you would like
more challenging alpine slopes, you
can visit Hemsedal, Gol and Valdres
Alpine, all within a reasonable distance. Would you prefer not to ski,
we can offer walking paths, snowshoe trips, sleigh and sledge rides
with horse or dogs. Or you could
let the children enjoy the swimming
pools, and spoil yourself with a SPA
treatment. In the centre of Gol you
can visit ice rink, go shopping, or
relax in the Tropicana Water Park.
Packages: www.fjellferie.no
recommended accommodations
Kamben Høyfjellshotell
Tlf: +47 3207 3900
www.kamben.no
Christmas & NewYear or Easter
NOK 7.150,- per p in dbl 10n WP
incl. 9d ski rental and dog sledge tour.
Oset Høyfjellshotell Tlf: +47 3207 9500
www.oset.no
Much to someone – not a bit for everyone! From week 2 to week 13 Prices
from NOK 550 per p in dbl. Ski rental
and activities for the whole family.
Storefjell Resort Hotel Tlf: +47 3207 8000
www.storefjell.no
Sun – Fri Jan13 to March1, NOK 4.450,per p 5n HP in dbl incl. 4d ski pass.
Ørterstølen Hytter Tlf: +47 97 61 06 09
www.orterstolenhytter
Cabin 6 persons, from NOK 150 per p
(Sun - Fri). Cabin with sauna.
Foto: Storefjell Resort
FACTS
Highest summit
Nystølsfjellet 1.296 m.a.s.l.
Marked ski trails
A total of 160 km, comprising 90 km of mountain trails, 70 km of forest and 7 km floodlit trails
Winter activities without skies
Snowshoe trips, dog sledding, sleigh ride, tobogganing, ice skating, kiting, Ice climbing, Ice fishing, snowmobile
Ski school/Ski rental
Alpine facilities
Storefjell Skisenter (8) – Golsfjellet Alpinseter (3) Gol Skisenter (4). Ski school. Ski rental at the hotels.
GPS-tracking at the hotels websites.
Recommended trips
Hallingsløypa north/south. Valhall. www.fjellferie.no
Nearest railway station
GOL- 2,5 hrs by car from Oslo/4 hrs from Bergen. www. nsb.no. The hotels pick you up at the station.
Nearest airport/transfer
Oslo Airport Gardermoen. Direct airport coach 2 x Friday and 3 x Sunday (3 hrs).
Further information
Gol Tourist Information, 3550 GOL, Tel +47 32 02 97 00 [email protected], www.golinfo.no
HOVDEN
Setesdal
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Foto: Anders Martinsen
On top of Setesal you find Hovden
-the little village with a range of
both acitivities, shopping, events
and accomodation. The crosscountry tracks has an international
standard, either you would like to
go in the lowlands or up the mountains, take a short trip or as an
excercise. The Skicentre of Hovden
has developed downhill-pists for
the family and the extreme-skiers.
Hovden Badeland (Aqualand) has
a new relaxing area and activites
for everyone who enjoys water! In
the village of Hovden you find sport
shops, grocery stores, cafees,
tourist information, hotels, lodges
and smaller cabins. Welcome to
Hovden -the mountain-village of
Setesdal!
Foto: Anders Martinsen
Foto: Anders Martinsen
FACTS
Highest summit
Sæbyggjarnuten 1507 m.a.s.l.
Marked ski trails
A total of 170 km, comprising 135 km of prepared trails for both skate and classic skiing
Winter activities without skis
Hunting, fishing, Hovden Badeland (Indoor Water Park) with new Well-Being Centre, dog sledding, ice rink,
snowshoe rental, kick-sled rental, skateboard hall, shopping and cafes
Ski school
Hovden Skisenter, www.hovdenalpinskisenter.no
Ski rental
Hovden Skisenter www.hovdenalpinskisenter.no Hovden Høyfjellssenter www.hovdenhoyfjellsenter.no
Alpine facilitites
Hovden Skisenter www.hovdenalpinskisenter.no
Bus
Buss connection - www.nor-way.no og www.setesdal-bilruter.no
Nearest railway station
Kristiansand www.nsb.no
Nearest airport
Kjevik Lufthavn, Kristiansand
Further information
Hovden Tourist Information - Tel. +47 37 93 93 70 - www.hovden.com
Dutch tour operators
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NOORWEGEN
Wintersport op z’n best
Pensions en huisjes
Voordelige auto/boot- of
vliegarrangementen
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Foto: Strandafjellet/Ski Fjord Norway/Terje Rakke Nordic Life
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Foto: Terje Rakke/Nordic Life/Innovation Norway
ACCOMMODATIONS
Lillehammer - Gudbrandsdalen
Nasjonalparkriket Rondane – Dovrefjell
www.rondane-dovrefjell.no
Rondane - Høvringen
Brekkeseter www.brekkeseter.no
Formoseter www.formoseter.no
Høvringen Aktivitetsselskap AS www.hovringen.no
Høvringen Fjellstue www.hovringenfjellstue.no
Putten Seter www.puttenseter.no
Rondane Haukliseter Fjellhotell www.rondane.com
Rondeheim - Den Norske Fjellskolen www.rondeheim.no
Smuksjøseter Fjellstue www.smuksjoseter.no
Øigardseter Fjellstue www.oigardseter.no
Rondane - Mysuseter - Venabygdsfjellet
Norlandia Otta Hotell www.ottahotell.no
Rondane Spa www.rondanespa.no
Spidsbergseter Gudbrandsdal Hotel www.sgh.no
Trabelia Hyttegrend www.trabelia.no
Venabu Fjellhotell www.venabu.no
Jotunheimen
Besseggen Fjellpark www.maurvangen.no
Bessheim Fjellstue www.bessheim.no
Hindseter Fjellhotell www.hindseter.no
Jotunheimen Reiseliv AS www.visitjotunheimen.com
Lemonsjø Fjellstue Og Hyttegrend www.lemonsjoe.no
Lillehammer - Nordseter - Sjusjøen
Birkebeineren Hotel&Apartments www.birkebeineren.no
Lillehammer Turist www.lillehammerturist.no
Lillehammer Vandrerhjem www.stasjonen.no
Nordseter Fjellstue og Hytter www.visitnordseter.com
Nordseter Hyttegrend www.nordseter.no
Rustad Hotell og Fjellstue www.rustadhotel.com
Sjusjøen Hytteutleie www.sjusjoen.no
Sjusjøvangen Turistsenter www.sjusjovangen.no
Espedalen
Dalseter Høyfjellshotell www.dalseter.no
Ruten Fjellstue www.ruten.no
Strand Fjellstue www.strand-fjellstue.no
Peer Gynts Rike
Fefor Høifjellshotell og Hytter www.fefor.no
Gudbrandsdal Leirskole AS www.fagerhoi.no
Gålå Høgfjellshotell og Hytter www.gala.no
Wadahl Høgfjellshotell www.wadahl.no
Hallingdal
Ål
Liatoppen Fjellstove og Reiseservice www.liatoppen.no
Nordheim Fjellstue www.nordheim.com
Rødungstøl Høyfjellshotell www.rodungstol.no
Skarslia Apartment www.skarslia.no
Thon Hotel Hallingdal www.thonhotels.no/hallingdal
Ål Turistinformasjon/booking www.al.no
Gol
Gol Reisemål AS www.golinfo.no
Kamben Høyfjellshotell www.kamben.no
Oset Høyfjellshotell www.oset.no
Storefjell Resort Hotel www.storefjell.no
Ørterstølen Hytter www.orterstolenhytter.no
Nesbyen
Nesbyen Turistkontor/booking www.nesbyen.no
Geilo
Geilo www.geilo.no
Other destinations
Røros
Destinasjon Røros www.røros.no
Rauland
Rauland Turist www.rauland.org
Setesdal
Destinasjon Hovden www.hovden.com
Trysil
Trysil Radisson Blu Resort & Mountain Resort Trysil, Norway
www.radissonblu.no/hoteller/norge/trysil
Uvdal
Turistkontoret Uvdal www.uvdal.no
Valdres
Gomobu Fjellstue www.gomobu.no
Grønolen Fjellgard www.gronolen.no
Herangtunet Boutique Hotel www.herangtunet.no
Merket – Norges Røde Kors Sentrene AS www.merket.no
Nythun Høyfjellstue www.nythun.com
Valdres destinasjon www.valdres.com
DNT Oslo og Omegn www.dntoslo.no
Fjellferie AS www.fjellferie.no
Norske Bygdeopplevelser www.norske-bygdeopplevelser.no
Hallingdal Reiseliv AS www.fjellandfjord.com
Tour operators
DNT Oslo og Omegn www.dntoslo.no
Fjellferie AS www.fjellferie.no
Norske Bygdeopplevelser www.norske-bygdeopplevelser.no
Other partners
Norges Skiforbund www.skiforbundet.no
Innovasjon Norge www.visitnorway.com
Skisporet.no www.skisporet.no
Contact: Tel. +47 61 23 06 53 or e-mail: [email protected] www.skiingnorway.com
Foto: CH/Innovation Norway
Foto: © Terje Rakke/Nordic Life/Innovation Norway
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Foto: © Terje Rakke/Nordic Life/Innovation Norway
SUMMER IN NORWAY
Tips, addresses and sources of information for planning your trip to Norway..
WALKING
Wherever you are in Norway,
there will be well-marked paths
to suit you, whether you prefer to
enjoy our green terrain walking for
a couple of hours or hiking for several
days through deserted valleys
or along mountain paths. If you
follow the trails of The Norwegian
Trekking Association (DNT), you
should stay safe. The red Ts or
arrows show you the right
direction, and in areas of special
interest, there are blue signs
with extra information. Nevertheless, you always need a map,
such as those available from The
Norwegian Trekking Association,
where the entire network of hiking
paths is depicted. DNT owns
an extensive network of staffed
lodges and self-service cabins in
the mountains, which are open to
members and guests.
dnt
The Norwegian Trekking
Association
Tel.: +47 22 82 28 00
www.turistforeningen.no
Equipment
The weather in the mountain is a
science of its own. Sunshine can
quickly be replaced by thunder
and lightning – a beautiful summer’s
day can end in rain, wind and even
snow. Nevertheless, with the
right equipment even a change in
weather will not ruin your hiking
holiday. Your footwear and jacket
should be made from a waterproof, breathable material, and
a soft fleece will keep you warm.
Other essentials include gloves,
hat, first aid equipment, sunglasses,
mosquito repellent, sun cream, a
pocket and a head torch, a map
and compass.
You should also have enough food
and a water bottle or thermos with
a capacity of more than a litre.
GLACIER WALKING
In Mountain Norway, there are
some twenty glaciers, and the
Jostedalsbreen glacier alone
covers 487 km2. Guided tours
are available on most glaciers, to
allow less experienced visitors,
the opportunity to access the
wild ice and snow landscape
without being exposed to danger.
Participants on such trips are
roped together for safety and
equipment such as rope, ice pick
and crampons can be hired from
the guide.
PUBLIC RIGHT OF ACCESS
Be considerate with nature! In
Norway, you are allowed to walk
anywhere – whether it is on a
beach, in the forest, in the mountains or in other undeveloped
areas. The only exceptions are
military areas, cultivated land and
nature reserves. Wherever you
are, you always have to be considerate with regard to the environment, other people’s property
as well as animals and hikers you
meet en route. Keep to the paths
when hiking on arable land and
where there are buildings. In the
nesting season (15 April-15 July),
the areas where seabirds nest are
restricted. Between 15 April and
15 September, bonfires must be
confined to purpose-built areas.
This also applies to cooking
equipment with an open flame,
but does not apply in mountain
areas. Normally you are allowed
to set up your tent on uncultivated
land as long as it is at least 150
metres away from the nearest
house or cottage. Many enjoy this
right to the full, but it is always
important to show consideration
and responsibility for the beautiful
countryside of Norway, whether it
be the vegetation, the animals or
your fellow hikers.
Biking
Travelling with a bicycle Cycling
in Norway, allows the traveller to
move freely on paths in the mountains and the lower lying areas.
Cycling on hiking paths and trails
across uncultivated land is permitted if the paths are suitable. In
agricultural and recreational areas
and in nature reserves, there are
special traffic rules and cycling
might be banned. We recommend
that you find information about
cycle routes well before your
holiday.
GENERal
XC skiing: main season is from
December to April. There are also
opportunities for summer skiing in
the mountains.
Driving: throughout the year
Hiking: April-October, but some
trips may be suitable all year round
Cycling:May-October
GENERal
The National Parks were established
to preserve valuable and undisturbed
areas of Norway. The whole area,
including the flora and fauna,
the landscape and any cultural
monuments is to be protected
against pollution and any other
interference. Visitors are therefore
requested to be considerate in
national parks. For example,
removing large stones, plants by
the root or birds’ eggs from nests
are all banned. Nature is our greatest
wealth, and even minor intervention
can be very destructive.
MIDNIGHT SUN
You will not believe it until you see
it for yourself
Place
first day last day
Bodø 04.06. 08.07.
Hammerfest16.05. 27.07.
Nordkapp 14.05. 29.07.
Svolvær 28.05.14.07.
Tromsø 20.05. 22.07.
Longyearbyen/
Svalbard 20.04.
22.08
HOW TO GET THERE
Train:
Norwegian State Railways NSB
www.nsb.no
By bus:
Nor-Way Bussekspress
www.nor-way.no
By air:
SAS www.flysas.com
Widerøe www.wideroe.no
Norwegian www.norwegian.com
Emergency phone numbers
Fire: 110
Police: 112
Medical Assistance: 113
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