Hiking in the giants' Jotunheimen

Enjoy the journey from the big city towards the mountains and the Valdres region. The express buses take you directly from the capital to the heart of Norway. Along the way you pass mountains, valleys, rivers, farms and much more! Here you check in to your accommodation in Bygdin. The bus departs from Oslo bus terminal and the journey takes about 5 hours, the bus journey is included in the trip price.

Accommodation in Bygdin

You make your way up along Bitihorn which is a popular mountain in Norway located west of national road 51. It is one of the easier ones in the area and is well suited for both "beginners" as well as more experienced mountain climbers. At the top you get a fantastic panoramic view over large parts of the entire Valdres region.

Accommodation in Bygdin

The day begins with a boat trip from Bygdin to Torfinnsbu, and takes about 1 hour. When you arrive, the hike in Svartdalen begins. The hike through Svartdalen offers a fantastic view over the surrounding mountain peaks. Within these areas, discussions have been repeated about which peaks are most demanding and which are actually highest. Although it was long believed that Knutsholstinden was the highest peak, we know today that Knutsholstinden is 2341 meters, while Store Skagastølstinden is 2405 meters high.

However, it is not an easy hike as you need to cross some streams and the trail is quite rocky, here it is important to be steady on your feet. At the end awaits a steep downhill slope, in rain and wet conditions this part can be quite slippery.

Accommodation in Gjendebu

Gjendetunga is the perfect hike for those who want to enjoy a pleasant, relaxing and shorter hike, but who don't want to go without panoramic views. Gjendetunga stands above Gjendebu and is a hike you don't want to miss if you are in this area. On clear days you can enjoy your lunch at the top of the mountain with views over Gjende and its surrounding mountains to the east and west.

Accommodation in Gjendebu

The hike between Gjendebu and Eidsbugarden goes between the lakes Gjende and Bygdin in Jotunheimen National Park. From Gjendebu the hike goes through Veslådalen before ending at Eidsbugarden. The journey is long but moderately difficult without steep climbs. Most of the journey goes on soft ground with views to several of the highest mountain peaks in Jotunheimen.

Accommodation in Eidsbugarden

The last day is here and it begins with a boat trip from Eidsbugarden to Bygdin. Bus journey back to Oslo is included in the trip price.