Enjoy the view from the top of Norway’s highest mountain Galdhøpiggen, walk along the famous Besseggen ridge, and try some of the traditional food from the area.
Plan your trip to Jotunheimen
The Jotunheimen mountains is a massive mountain area in Eastern Norway, covering an area of roughly 3,500 square kilometres. The mountain range is Norway’s most popular national park.
The most iconic hikes in Jotunheimen are Besseggen (1,743 m a.s.l.) Galdhøpiggen (2,469 m a.s.l.) and Glittertind (2,464 m a.s.l.) – the latter two are Norway’s highest mountains.
Jotunheimen is ideal for cross-country and alpine skiers, cyclists, and climbers who enjoy the experience of basically undisturbed nature and fresh air.
Other popular activities in Jotunheimen include glacier walking, rafting, climbing, caving, canyoning, and horseback riding.
Jotunheimen has a long culinary tradition, and some popular local produce include herbs, cured meat, sausages, cheese, jam, and bread.
There are many ways to spend the night in the Jotunheimen area, from hotels and mountain cabins to camping out in the wild.
Get in-depth travel information on The National Park Region’s and Visit Jotunheimen’s official websites.
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Hiking in Jotunheimen
Here you will find everything from the country's highest peaks to cosy hikes along mountain lakes and in lush valleys.
Book nowBeitostølenDiscover Jotunheimen - The Green Route
Self-guided hiking package in Jotunheimen. The Green Route is suitable for hikers with average experience and condition. Along the route you will visit some of the most renowned, historical accommodations in Jotunheimen. When booking this tour package with Jotunheimen Travel, accommodation, meals and baggage transport are included. All your need to do is carry a day pack with essential gear and get out and experience the breathtaking mountain scenery yourself. Itinerary: Day 1: Arrival at Bygdin Day 2: Day hike to the summit of the mountain Bitihorn Day 3: Boat Bygdin-Torfinnsbu and hike through the Svartdalen Valley to Gjendebu Day 4: Free day at your disposal at Gjendebu Day 5: Hike from Gjendebu to Eidsbugarden Day 6: Departure from Eidsbugarden. For more information and booking, visit the homepage of Jotunheimen Travel
Where to stay
Book comfy hotels or cosy cabins. Find your home away from home.
Book nowBeitoGrønolen Fjellgard - Apartments
Grønolen Fjellgård is located 800 metres above sea level, surrounded by mountains and open highland landscapes. We have a wellness area with a counter-current pool, hot tub, sauna, and fitness room, and are well-known for our delicious, homemade food. Apartments We have 12 cosy apartments in walkable distance from the mountain lodge. 8 of them have 48 m2 living space and make for a spacious alternative with two bedrooms, livingroom with fire place, kitchen and bathroom with shower/WC. 4 of them have an additional open loft with matrasses, suitable for up to 4 children. These 4 apartments are also adapted for the disabled. There are also 4 larger apartments of 90 m2 living space that såpan over two storeys and have 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with shower/WC. All apartments have a deck or a balcony.
Book nowTyinkryssetTyinholmen Høyfjellstuer
At Tyinholmen you will find unexplored nature, snow covered mountains all year, spectacular glaciers and waterfalls. The main lodge has several lounges with fireplaces, dining room, sauna and bedrooms. The guest cabins surrounding the main building have 3 bedrooms, a living room with fireplace, a kitchen and a bathroom with shower.
Food and drink
Taste delicious local food and book a table at a fine restaurant.
Getting here and around
Plan your trip to Jotunheimen with Entur, Norway's official travel planner.
By train
Otta is the nearest train station. From there, you can take local buses to several places in the Jotunheimen area.
By bus
You can reach the Jotunheimen area with express buses from Oslo, Bergen and Trondheim several times per day.
By car
If you want to go to Jotunheimen by car, follow the E6 from Oslo or Lillehammer, or the E16 via Lærdal from Bergen.
Three of Norway’s National Tourist Routes pass through Jotunheimen: Sognefjellet, Gamle Stynefjellsvegen, and Valdresflye.
By plane
The nearest airports to Jotunheimen are Oslo Airport and Trondheim Airport. You can travel by train from both airports to several destinations in the region.
If you prefer your own car, there are several rental car services at both Oslo Airport and Trondheim Airport.
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