Stunning views from Besseggen, Norway - Photo: Mathias Øvsteng
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Stunning views from Besseggen, Norway

The Jotunheimen Mountains

Enjoy the view from the top of Galdhøpiggen, Norway's tallest mountain, or walk along the narrow, but popular, Besseggen Ridge.
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Explore Jotunheimen

Getting here and around

Jotunheimen is centrally located in the heart of Norway between Oslo, Bergen and Trondheim, and is easily reached by public transport.
Interest:  Transportation, Mountains

Where to stay

There are plenty of hotels and cabins in Jotunheimen. Tenting and camping is allowed almost everywhere.
Interest:  Where to stay

Attractions

Visit Lom Stave Church, the Norwegian Mountain Museum in Lom or Gallery Jotunheimen to learn about local traditions and culture.
Interest:  Museums & Galleries, Buildings & Monuments, Farm activities, Mountains

Tour suggestions

Hike the classic route over the Besseggen Ridge, walk to the top of Galdhøpiggen or drive the scenic roads over Valdresflya and Sognefjellet.
Interest:  Tour suggestions, Mountains

Winter

In Jotunheimen you have the possibilities for cross-country skiing, alpine skiing and experiences in the snow without skis.
Interest:  Skiing, Winter without skis

What to eat

You should try local food such as game, trout, cured meat, mushrooms and berries when you travel in Jotunheimen.
Interest:  Food & Drink

What to do

Hiking, glacier walking, river rafting and summer skiing are actitivites you can participate in whilst visiting Jotunheimen.
Interest:  Hiking, Extreme sports, Hunting, Fishing, Riding & Sledging, Skiing, Mountains

About Jotunheimen

Key facts about Jotunheimen

Jotunheimen is the most popular national park in Norway. Here you find the highest mountains in Norway, glaciers and a vide range of activities.

Tourist information in Gudbrandsdalen

Visit a tourist information office to help plan and book your holiday.

Key facts about Gudbrandsdalen

The Gudbandsdalen area consists of a main valley, with the smaller valleys of Gausdal, Espedalen, Vinstradalen, Heidal and Ottadalen.

Tourist information in Jotunheimen

The tourist information offices in Jotunheimen will help you book rooms at the mountain cabins and plan your trip in the area.
Interest:  Tourist information
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