Mjølkevegen round trip from Beitostølen (95 km)

This is a roud trip in teh central part of Mjølkevegen (approx. 95 km) which combines the two route alternatives over Slettefjellet and along Tyin in great scenery. It is, however, for the more experience cyclist as it includes the highest section of the entire route.

You can get to Beitostølen by buss or car, and we recommend staying at the Radisson BLU Mountain Resort Hotel or Riddergaarden, or 4 km along the route towards Slettefjellet at Grønolen Fjellgard.. When you book, please inform them that you are cycling the Mjølkevegen route. In the small and friendly town of Beitostølen you can enjoy a wide variety of activities, restaurants and shops as well as many hiking and cycling possibilities. 

From Beitostølen, turn right onro Beitestølevegen and follow the Mjølkevegen signs towards Slettefjellvegen. The ascend to up the Slettefjell mountain pass is spectacular although challenging - a climb of approx. 500 meters to the top at 1315 masl. The view in clear weather though is stunning and very rewarding, both behind you towards HJotunheimen and ahead of you towards Vang. The following descent is even steeper, so watch out and take care! We recommend a stop and a 15 min. walk to the Sputrefossen waterfall on the right side of the road, before you reach Slettefjellkiosken, a good place for refuelling  - for both riders and bike batteries! 

Turn right and follow Liagardsvegen and Vennisvegen along Lake Vangsmjøse towards Øye. At the end of teh lake continue up to Tyinkrysset, either by following the main road E16 or choosing the historical Kongevegen (King's Road) between Øye and Tyinkrysset. On the first, watch out for traffic, on the second, you might have to walk your bike along some trail sections in the upper parts before Tyinkrysset. 

At Tyinkrysset you can find a grocery store, Intersport store and Tourist Information as well as places to eat and sleep. If you are cycling with an e-bike, you can charge the battery at the Filefjell Turist Office/Intersport at Tyinkrysset, either inside the store or outside on the wall next to the garbage containers. Also, there are chargers available for Shimano, Bosch og Yamaha.

From Tyinkrysset, follow the Mjølkevegen signs uphill in the direction of Lake Tyin and then cycle aling the shore in teh direction of Eidsbugarden.  At Tyinholmen Lodge (tlf.: +47 61 36 78 88), you can enjoy a cozy and traditional accommodation and a homemade meal. The natural surroundings are breathtaking and this is definitely an area to explore more thoroughly, i.e. on a side trip into the Koldedalen Valley. The historical boat, M/B Bitihorn, will take you across Lake Bygdin. For info and time schedule: www.jvb.no. Remember to prebook for both riders and bikes. From Bygdin, it's approx. 12 km to Beitostølen along road 51 (mind the traffic!).