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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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Stunning views from Besseggen, Norway - Photo: Mathias Øvsteng

The Jotunheimen Mountains

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

The Jotunheimen Mountains

Source: Visit Norway

Explore Jotunheimen

Getting to Jotunheimen and around

Jotunheimen is centrally located in the heart of Norway between Oslo, Bergen and Trondheim, and is easily reached by public transport.
Topic: Getting here and around, Mountains

Where to stay in Jotunheimen

There are plenty of hotels and cabins in Jotunheimen. Tenting and camping is allowed almost everywhere.
Topic: Hotels, Camping, Farm holidays

Attractions in Jotunheimen

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

Tour suggestions in Jotunheimen

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

What to eat in Jotunheimen

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

What to do in Jotunheimen

Hiking, glacier walking, river rafting and summer skiing are actitivites you can participate in whilst visiting Jotunheimen.
Topic: Rafting, Climbing, Glacier walking, Skiing, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Riding & Sledging, Mountains

Hiking in Jotunheimen

Hiking suggestions in Jotunheimen include Besseggen, the child-friendly Hulderstigen and Norway's highest mountain, Galdhøpiggen.
Topic: Tour suggestions, Hiking, Mountains

Winter in Jotunheimen

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

Cross-country skiing in Jotunheimen

In Jotunheimen cross-country skiing lasts into spring and summer. A great destination for both easy or more extreme skiing away from prepared tracks.
Topic: Skiing

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 range of outdoor activities.

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.
Topic: Tourist information

Key facts about the Gudbrandsdalen Valley

The Gudbrandsdalen Valley consists of a main valley plus the smaller valleys of Gausdal, Espedalen, Vinstradalen, Heidal and Ottadalen.

Tourist information for the Gudbrandsdalen Valley

The following tourist information offices can help you plan your holiday in the Gudbrandsdalen Valley.
Topic: Tourist information

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Tour suggestions in Jotunheimen Tour suggestions
Hiking in Jotunheimen Hiking
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What to eat in Jotunheimen What to eat
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