The Gjøvik region
and Ringsaker

Enjoy the good life in the countryside!

In Eastern Norway, you'll find places like Toten, Søndre Land, Gjøvik, and Ringsaker that offer wonderful local food, rich cultural life, and Norway’s largest lake, Mjøsa.

Gjøvik is home to Skibladner – the world’s oldest paddle steamer.

Visit the Gjøvik Olympic Hall, which was built for the 1994 Lillehammer Olympics and is the world’s largest stadium located inside a mountain.

Visit Søndre Land, an hour from Toten. Go for a ride in a velocipede car on the old Valdresbanen railway line or visit the Dokka Delta National Wetlands Centre, a nature reserve at the northern end of the Randsfjord.

Kids will love the climbing park Gjøvik Klatrepark, the Vitensenteret Innlandet science centre, and the water park, Totenbadet. Don't miss the world-class art at the Peder Balke-Senteret in Kapp.

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Skibladner on Lake Mjøsa in the Hamar region, Eastern Norway

Less than two hours north of Oslo you'll find Gjøvik, known as “the white city by Lake Mjøsa”.

Gjøvik is home to Skibladner – the world’s oldest paddle steamer still in service. Don't miss this opportunity to travel back in time on a boat cruise on Norway's biggest lake, the Mjøsa!

Top things to do

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Gjøvik
Gjøvik Climbing Adventure Park
Welcome to Gjøvik Climbing Adventure Park In Gjøvik Climbing Adventure Parkyou willenjoy the feeling of mastering physical challenges up in the trees alongside your family, friends or colleagues. With a strong focus on safety, we promise a safe trip through the trees. We sport routes for all comfort zones, no matter if you prefer to stay close to the ground or like to greet the birds. For your youngest family members we got a dedicated child friendly course to embrace to their hearts content. The rest of our tracks is color coded by difficulty. When you need a break from moving on your own, feel free to try our 240 meter zipline that will give you a great view over Øverby. Reservation: You may check the capacity and reserve equipment on Gjøvik Climbing Adventure Park’s homepage. Location The park is located in Øverby, close to Eiktunet, just 5 minutes by car from Gjøvik city centre. Groups: We offer tailor made activity packages for all types of groups. Send us an email to [email protected] for an offer. The price depends on how long you want to stay, and size of the group. Disc golf: Gjøvik Climbing Adventure Park also provides frisbee-kits for use in the 18-hole forest course running right by the park. In the kit you will find four discs. Price: NOK 100,-/day - 1 putter - 1 midrange - 2 drivers Read more about Gjøvik disk golf course
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Nes På Hedmarken
Cycling on Nes & Helgøya
A day trip by bike to Nes & Helgøya. Book a farm stay if you want to take in some of the experiences along the way!
Odnes
Dokka Delta National Wetlands Centre
About the Dokka Delta National Wetlands Centre The Dokka Delta National Wetlands Centre is an information centre with offices at Lands Museum, a Nature House at Odnes near Land Sag and a field station with suitable premises for outdoor and indoor activities in Våten/Fjordheim on the western side of the delta. The Nature House is open by prior announcement, or when the door is open. The building houses a teaching room and changing exhibitions. Outside, visitors can enjoy fishing, bathing, barbecuing and bird-watching; the area is open to everyone. A nature and culture trail runs alongside the railway track from the Nature House to Dokka. In summer, the wetlands centre hires out canoes in the Dokka delta. In cooperation with Lands Museum we offer a permanent exhibition on wetlands. "Chairs of Experiences" With the exhibition "Chairs of Experiences in the Dokka delta ecosystem", the Dokka delta national wetlands centre invites visitors to experience the varied and diverse waterway landscape of Land and Etnedal. "Chairs of Experiences" are found in various nature rooms from Synnfjell in the north to Randsfjorden in the south. The diverse nature rooms depict the story of the nature through the seasons, and the relationship between man and nature. Nature invites and you are always welcome! To find the "Chairs of Experiences" and other adventures, download the app Turapp Land: http://www.dokkadelta.no/?page_id=1316 from Appstore or Google Play. Wetlands exhibition "Biological Diversity in Wetlands" is a permanent exhibition held in cooperation with Lands Museum. It can be visited during the museum's opening hours. Bird day in the Dokka delta Every year, on the first Sunday in May, the wetlands centre organises a bird day in the Dokka delta. This is a family-friendly event with activities such as bird-watching with ornithologists from NOF, nature trail with great prizes for children, the building of bird nest boxes, ring-marking of birds and much more. Sale of coffee, cake and waffles. The event takes place at the Nature House in Odnes. The Dokka delta nature reserve The Dokka delta is found where the rivers Etna and Dokkas flow in the Randsfjorden lake. It is a protected nature reserve and a Ramsar site. The Dokka delta is one of the biggest and most important rest stops in eastern Norway for migrating waterfowl. When the muddy banks dry out in April and May, food sources are exposed, which improves the feeding conditions for a large number of bird species. A number of rare, vulnerable and endangered bird species appear in the reserve, and a total of 52 species from the Norwegian red list have been observed. During the spring migration, many species appear in great numbers, including great crested grebe, pink-footed goose, common teal, tufted duck, common crane, golden plover and common greenshank. There are bird-watching towers both at the Nature House and at Våten. Welcome to the Dokka delta national wetlands centre!
Kapp
Mjøsas Ark – exhibition in Kapp Melkefabrikk
Mjøsas Ark in Kapp – Learn about the history of Mjøsa and life on Norway's greatest lake. Fishing, log driving and boating history go hand-in-hand with the story of the people who lived and worked on lake Mjøsa.
Raufoss
Totenbadet - Raufoss
Norway's longest artificial waterfall, wave pool and a tropical climate with 32°C in the air and 3 swimming pool with 35°C in the water - all year. Totenbadet is a water paradise for the entire family, young as well as old. We offer relaxtion and enjoyment, in tradition to all kinds of physical activitis.
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Moelv
Ringsaker church
Moelv - Built around 1150, this is one of Norway's most authentic medieval churches and known for its unique altarpiece from 1520.
Gjøvik
DS Skibladner - Paddle steamer on Lake Mjøsa
Welcome to Skibladner from 1856, the world's oldest paddle steamer in timetabled service and one of Norway's best-loved attractions
Gjøvik
Gjøvik Olympic Cavern Hall
Welcome to Gjøvik Olympic Cavern Hall! The Hall is the world's largest subterranean auditorium and can be found 120 metres underground.
Kapp
Peder Balke-Senteret
The Peder Balke gallery and cultural centre exhibits contemporary art and promotes cultural heritage. Café and an interiors shop. Idyllic beachside paths to Kapp Melkefabrikk.
Gjøvik
Gjøvik gård
About Gjøvik Gård Located in the centre of Gjøvik is the beautiful park surrounding the residence Gjøvik Gård. Tree-lined streets from the town hall and Strandgata lead to up to the attractive grounds of the residence. There is a cosy cafe and playground. The old barn is home to several exhibitions. The main building from 1810 is the chief attraction. It was built by Caspar Kauffeldt, the founder of Gjøvik glass works. Every weekend in the summer, the museum Mjøsmuseet opens its doors for guided tours of the beautiful and original interiors, which depict the life of the Mjøen family in the period 1861-1956. Welcome!
Gjøvik
Vitensenteret Innlandet- Gjøvik
Welcome to Vitensenteret Innlandet, the science center in the middle of Gjøvik. Families are welcome to play, cooperate, share experiences, and ask questions about the world around us. Visitors can be a shop owner, logging wood in the forest, building a house on our construction site, or being a weather forecaster on the TV screen. This is your chance to challenge Mum to a mind battle, find out if you can scream louder than Dad, play “Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star” on our piano stairs, and see how fast you can run 10 metres. You can even lift a car! If you prefer more quiet activities, there’s a dedicated section with puzzles, board games and math activities for all ages. Maybe the youngest kids will enjoy exploring the farm in our farming section? You will be greeted by our staff in the reception area (which includes a cafeteria and gift shop), and in the main area upstairs. Openinghours: Vitensenteret Innlandet is open for visitors on Saturdays, Sundays all year, and every day during school holidays (11:00AM – 4:00PM). On weekdays, we are visited by pre-booked groups, such as schools, kindergartens,companies and organisations.
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Nes På Hedmarken
Helgøya climbingpark
Helgøya climbing adventure park is the largest in inland-Norway, situated on Helgøya island in lake Mjøsa. A whole-day activity for both young and old.
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Rudshøgda
Prøysenhuset - A Place of Storytelling and Culture
Ringsaker - Welcome to Prøysenhuset! Step into the world of Alf Prøysen, a place of storytelling and culture.

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Local food at a Farm cake with edible flower wild pansy flower

The Ringsaker region has a lively restaurant scene, and you can dive deep into both culture and nature experiences here.

Food and drink

Taste delicious local food and book a table at a fine restaurant.

Lillehammer
Heim Gastropub
Heim is a gastropub established in 2014. Our focus is good combinations of food and drinks. Our menu has a rustic feel and you get a good selection of both small and large dishes in varied price ranges.
Brumunddal
Matfatet Brumunddal
An inviting farm-to-table cafe and shop in the centre of Brumunddal.
Biri
Vertshuset V-E6
Location: Four kilometres north of Mjøsbrua bridge, right across from Biri Travbane (trotting track). Cafeteria with room for approx. 250 persons; open 08.00 – 23.00hrs, (Sunday 10.00–23.00hrs). Large selection of hot dishes. Air condition. Motel with 17 rooms. All the rooms feature shower & WC. Well-equipped meeting rooms for up to 90 persons. Banquet facilities (licensed to serve alcohol) for up to 90 persons. All facilities are easily accessible by disabled persons. Ample parking. Enjoyable setting. Welcome as our guest!

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A woman goes for a stroll in the garden at Hoel Farm, Eastern Norway.

On the eastern bank of Mjøsa, you can stay the night in unique tree top hotels or at an amazing traditional farm that focuses on local cuisine, go glamping, or kayaking!

Where to stay

Book comfy hotels or cosy cabins. Find your home away from home.

Gjøvik
Sveastranda Camping by lake Mjøsa
Welcome to a family friendly campsite by lake Mjøsa, between Gjøvik, Lillehammer and Hamar. The campside is open all year.
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Brumunddal
Tree top cabins in Brumunddal
Norway's original treetop cabins are located in Ringsaker's wilderness, 1.5 hour north of Oslo. Our seven huts in the forest provide an all-year-round treetop experience in close contact with nature, birds and squirrels.
Fluberg
Granum Guesthouse
Granum Gård - where history meets nature! A newly restored guest house from 1930 with a historic atmosphere and a homely environment. 10 bedrooms and a cozy bathroom with toilet on each floor in old style. The bedrooms are kept in the most original style with theme history and nature. Extra beds / mattresses can be added. Price reduction for several nights. The hosts serve homemade food and use as much local products as possible. Breakfast is included for overnight stay and you can order simple dinner if you wish.
Gjøvik
Stonehuts at Kastad Farm in Gjøvik
Unique accommodation - stone cabins at Kastad Gård, Gjøvik. In the middle of the field, with a beautiful view over Lake Mjøsa, Sverre Braastad cleared stones every summer until he was over 90 years old. In 2020, Eva and Patrick set up a beautiful stone hut of these stones and furnished it for guests. The stone cabin became so popular that in 2021 they chose to build two new stone cabins. These are winter isolated and can be slept in all year round. The comfort is impeccable and the breakfast unforgettable. A 3-course dinner is served to those who wish. The stone cabins at Kastad is a fantastic experience for those who want to experience something completely unique. Kastadtjernet and Ramberget are popular hiking destinations nearby, the stone cabins are in the middle! Booking on airbnb or by sending an email to: [email protected] Welcome to Kastad!
Nes På Hedmarken
Hoel Gård - The Manor by Lake Mjøsa
Welcome! To peace, light and air. For memorable meals. To a living large farm with a long history, on the Nes peninsula, right down by lake Mjøsa.
Gjøvik
Quality Hotel Strand Gjøvik
Quality Hotel Strand is a full-service hotel with two restaurants, new comfortable superior rooms and deluxe rooms with balconies and great views. The hotel also boasts inland Norway's biggest and best spa and modern conference facilities.
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Gjøvik
Stokke Nedre
Experience lakeside idyll in a historical setting at a peaceful haven by lake Mjøsa! About the farm The farm Stokke Nedre enjoys a scenic setting where you can savour a unique and peaceful atmosphere. The farm is located 11 kilometres north of Gjøvik town centre, just south of the bridge Mjøsbrua. Here you can hold functions, conferences and seminars in beautiful surroundings. Activities The farm boasts an 800-metre shoreline along lake Mjøsa, where guests can enjoy recreational and leisure activities, and there are also some fine fishing places nearby. In addition to fishing, you can enjoy swimming, boating and canoeing, and take walks in historic surroundings. Accommodation The large traditional food store building has five newly renovated bedrooms with en suite bathrooms. There is also a common room and a small kitchen for self-catering. The main building has five bedrooms and three bathrooms. The farm also has three basic standard cottages on the waterfront, each sleeping 4-6 people. Accommodation is available with or without breakfast. Conference facilities Let us arrange your functions and meetings/seminars. The main building has a capacity of 35-40 people in the function room and lounges. The dining room and the stone grotto in the cellar are suitable for smaller groups of up to 14 people. The boat house on the shore of lake Mjøsa can accommodate up to 25 people, and there is a spacious outdoor area suitable for barbecues etc. In association with our partners, we can tailor events and catering to suit your requirements. Welcome to a pleasant farm experience!
Brumunddal
Wood Hotel by Frich’s
Wood Hotel in Brumunddal – stay at the world's tallest timber building Wood Hotel, in the world's tallest timber building, stretches an impressive 86 metres above ground level, and has 18 floors and 72 hotel rooms. In addition, it features a suite and 6 meeting and function rooms of which the largest has a capacity of up to 140 people. The hotel enjoys a perfect location by the edge of Mjøsa in Brumunddal, and this high above ground the views are bound to be amazing. Visits the hotel's restaurant for a delicious meal with Mjøsa as your next-door neighbour, or use the venue for a business meeting/conference. The options are many! With an excellent hiking area and a Skibladner quay right on the doorstep, there are numerous opportunities for recreation and activities. Mjøsbadet, a public swimming pool, is located next-door to the hotel.
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Gjøvik
HI Gjøvik Hovdetun
Welcome to HI Gjøvik Hovdetun! HI Gjøvik Hovdetun is a charming hostel beautifully located at the edge of the Fastland recreational area. Right outside the door you’ll find the Hovdetjernet lake, tennis courts, and hiking trails. In summer you can swim, play tennis, or enjoy long walks in lush surroundings. In winter, the ski slopes, cross-country tracks, and other winter activities are just a short walk away. We offer single rooms, twin and quadruple rooms with private bathrooms, as well as detached cabins of various sizes accommodating up to six people. Dormitory beds are also available. A breakfast buffet is always included, and for those who prefer cooking, a guest kitchen is at your disposal. Guests also have access to the dining room and lounge with fireplace – complete with a truly one-of-a-kind view. Free parking and Wi-Fi are included for all guests. HI Gjøvik Hovdetun is located just one kilometer from Gjøvik town center, with easy access to culture, shopping, and nightlife. The hostel is part of Hostelling International Norway, which in turn is affiliated with Hostelling International – the world’s largest hostel network with more than 3,000 locations in over 60 countries. Membership A Hostelling International Norway membership costs only NOK 50 per year and gives you a 10% discount on accommodation in Norway and abroad, as well as a range of benefits through our partners. Welcome to HI Gjøvik Hovdetun – a warm and inviting hostel with stunning views, right in the heart of Innlandet. The perfect base for both summer and winter adventures. More info incl. prices, look at Hovdetuns web-side HERE
Kapp
Hekshusstranda Camping- Kapp/Mjøsa
Hekhusstranda Camping is a quiet, picturesque campsite by Lake Mjøsa, with a sandy beach, wonderful swimming possibilities and a playground. You can rent pedal boats, rowboats and canoes. The camping site is well adapted for persons with physical disabilities.
Brumunddal
Kvarstad Farm - Accommodation in Brumunddal
Welcome to a stay at Kvarstad farm Kvarstad is a vibrant farm in full operation. The hosts have opened their doors for conferences, functions, and accommodation. The menu features home-cooked food, among other things based on the farm's own production and the surrounding region. The potato cellar has been converted into a pleasant farm shop and cafe. Here you can buy potatoes from the farm, vegetables, eggs and other locally produced goods depending on the season. In the garden, guests have access to a large BBQ. The surrounding landscape is rich in cultural heritage, and has a network of country lanes ideal for spectacular cycling adventures. The farm has 12 rooms, sleeping a total of 29 people. Find accommodation suitable for you and your group in the overview below or find the most recent rates at Kvarstad farm’s website. Main building Our main building can sleep eight people spread over three rooms. – The main-building suite has one room with two separate beds, and also two beds on the mezzanine. Separate bathroom and living room. – The other two rooms have a double and twin beds respectively. These rooms share one bathroom with toilet. Side building The side building has five rooms, sleeping a total of 13 people. It features two living rooms and a well-equipped kitchen, one bathroom with shower and toilet, separate toilet facilities on the ground floor, and separate shower facilities in the basement. The house is ideal as a holiday home for small groups and families, and is child-friendly with safe play areas. – Three of the rooms have a double bed and an extra bed each. – One room has bunk beds. Book the side building online at Airbnb Apartment The apartment has four rooms sleeping a total of eight people, a bathroom with shower and toilet, a well-equipped kitchen, and living room with access to terrace. It is also offers use of a bathroom with shower and toilet via a separate entrance. Book the apartment online at Airbnb Additional services: – Bed linen and towels (one large/one small): NOK 100 per set. – Choice of self-catering or breakfast in the main building at NOK 100 per person. – If booked in advance, we can arrange for some basic breakfast products to be put in your fridge.
Nordre Toten
Annexstad Gård
At Annexstad your farming hosts welcome you to their farm to enjoy their hospitality. Life on the busy, charming farm is deeply rooted in our local traditions. The farms 16 well kept old buildings and its beautiful countryard with a magnificent view makes your visit something to remember. The Farm is open summer as well as winter and host weddings, Christmas parties, celebrations, meetings and much more. Suitable for groups traveling by coach, with a guided tour and a meal.
Gjøvik
Home Hotel Grand Gjøvik
Home Hotel Grand Gjøvik – A fashionable hotel in the heart of Gjøvik Grand Hotel is Gjøvik’s oldest hotel with roots stretching back to 1902. The cosy atmosphere has been one of our central pillars since Grand’s dawning days and in 1994 we received the building-tradition award for the well-preserved architecture. You find us centrally located in Gjøvik about 100 metres from the bus- and train station, with the pedestrian street and inland Norway’s largest shopping mall, CC Gjøvik, just a minute from the doorstep. Friendliness, the good mood and service At Grand Hotel we value friendliness, positive experiences and the service you expect. With those fundamental traditions as a baseline, we hope to provide you with a great stay and a clear cut accommodation choice whenever you return to Gjøvik. Facilities: Grand Hotel sports 90 high-standard rooms and five conference areas with a capacity of up to 180 guests. 60 rooms received additional upgrades in 2021. No matter if you are looking for a roof over your head, express conference venues, a lunch buffet, homemade pastries or a place to start you pub crawl, Home Hotel Grand Gjøvik is a great choice. Welcome!
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Skreia
Evjua Camping - Restaurant, camping and accommodation by lake Mjøsa
Idyllic beach park near Skreia, with a camp site, appartments, our own restaurant 'Viken II', a play ground and the regions best Mjøsa-beach. Open all year.
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Gjøvik and Ringsaker has achieved the certification Sustainable Destination. While this doesn't mean that Gjøvik and Ringsaker is completely sustainable, it has made a commitment to reduce the negative effects of tourism, while strengthening its positive ripple effects.

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Getting here and around

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By road
There are several daily express bus routes between Oslo and the Gjøvik region and Ringsaker. Travel time is about 2 hours from Oslo.
If you want to go by car to Gjøvikregion, follow Rv4 or E16.
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By train
Trains to Gjøvik from Oslo depart almost every hour, and travel time is approximately 2 hours.
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By plane
The closest airport is Oslo Airport. From the airport, there are several daily departures by express bus to Gjøvik, and the journey takes about 1.5 hours.
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