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NESBYEN
Fun for the whole family!
In Nesbyen, Mother Nature is your closest neighbour ...
... and she has plenty to offer!
Located in the Hallingdal valley in Eastern Norway, Nesbyen is just a two-hour drive from Oslo.
Boasting hot summers and snow-rich winters, it's the perfect holiday destination, no matter the season.
Animal lovers rejoice! Bring your kids to Langedrag Nature Park, where you can meet polar foxes and cute rabbits, and have a close encounter with lynxes, wolves, and the king of the forest himself, moose!
Looking for an active holiday? Nesbyen offers biking trails for both beginners and experienced cyclists! Bring the whole family along for a ride on one of Norway's longest biking trails, HallingSpranget!
Or feel the adrenaline rush as you race down Den Ravinde!
If you prefer hiking, then Dyna, Trommenatten and Hallingnatten offer some beautiful views! Other activities include horse riding, golf, and climbing.
Lake Trytetjern, with its sandy beach, beach volleyball court, and water trampoline, is one of the best places to head in Hallingdal on hot summer days.
Visiting in winter? Go cross-country skiing or speed down the slopes at Nesfjellet Alpin ski resort. Or how about going winter cycling or dog sledding?
Nesbyen is certified as a Sustainable Destination. Although this does not mean that the destination is completely sustainable, it does mean that it has made a commitment to work systematically to reduce the negative effects of tourism.
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Top activities and attractions
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Book nowNesbyenHorse riding in Nesbyen
Would you like to go horseback riding? The experience of exploring the lofty mountains from the back of a horse is truly exhilarating! Nesbyen has long, picturesque mountain areas that are ideal for horse riding. You can choose from short riding trips for beginners to longer ones for experienced riders.
NesbyenMTB - Mountain biking in Nesbyen
For many years, Nesbyen has been an almost sacred destination for mountain bike enthusiasts from all over Europe, and it still is. But Nesbyen also offers beginner-friendly and gentle trails that are perfect for active families! HallingSpranget, Norway's longest bike trail, offers a whopping 17 km of pure mountain bike joy!
Where to stay
From comfy hotels to cosy cabins. Find your home away from home in Nesbyen.
Book nowNesbyenSmedsgården Hotel
Smedsgården Hotel is a charming, family-run hotel located by the Hallingdal River. Here, you'll stay close to some of Hallingdal's most popular attractions: HallingSpranget with spectacular mountain biking, scenic hiking and cycling trails, Tropicana Water Park in Gol, as well as the family parks Bjørneparken and Langedrag Nature Park. Nesbyen and Gol town centers are just a short drive away, offering shops, restaurants, and activities for the whole family.
Food and drink
From local food gems to high-end restaurants. Get a taste of what Nesbyen offers.
Getting around in Nesbyen
Find detailed information on Nesbyen's official website.
By train
The train between Oslo and Bergen stops at Nesbyen. There are several daily departures.
By road
Many express buses stop in Nesbyen, and local buses take you around in the Hallingdal area.
If you’re driving from Oslo, Bergen, or Trondheim, take the Rv7 motorway through Hallingdal to Nesbyen.
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The nearest international airports are Oslo Airport and Torp Sandefjord Airport.
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