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Alpine terrain, cloud-capped peaks and untouched runs await in Scandinavia’s most mountainous region Jotunheimen - the home of the giants.
Located three to four hours from Oslo, access to the Jotunheimen National Park is a breeze, making it one of the most popular ski touring destinations in the country – particularly in spring when the snow conditions are at their best.
Jotunheimen (which means "the home of the giants" in Norwegian) is characterized by a varied landscape with expansive mountain plateaus and steep couloirs, offering an accessible challenge for ski touring enthusiasts of every level. The diverse terrain also makes it a popular destination for Nordic skiing, kite-skiing and cross-country skiing.
The most enticing route for winter adventurers however is the Haute Route (Høgruta), which includes eight glaciers and seven two-kilometre summits. It is a six-day randonnée that encompasses nearly 80 kilometres of remarkable ski touring terrain, including a total of seven kilometres of steep descents.
Each stage is approximately 15 kilometres with elevation gains of 1,000–1,500 metres over some of the country’s most iconic peaks – including Norway’s highest summits, Galdhøpiggen and Glittertind.
The route includes five sleep-overs across a selection of mountain cabins run by the DNT (the Norwegian Trekking Association). Extending a warm welcome and an authentic taste of mountain culture, many guests are surprised by the size and comfort offered by DNT accommodation. Jotunheimen also has a wide selection of full-service hotels and mountain lodges, so this region is a great option even if you are not ready to take on the Haute Route.
Last but not least: Stay safe and find out about the avalanche risk before you set out. Read more about safety in the mountains here and about local conditions on varsom.no.
Main ski touring season
March to early May
Level recommended
Beginners to experts
Epic run
Dyrhaugstinden (2,147 metres): A Hurrungane classic along a ridge with many vertical metres and a beautifully exposed summit. Crampons and ice axe are needed to reach the top, so an option is to turn at the smaller Nordre Dyrhaugstind.
Types of skiing terrain
Alpine peaks
Open mountain plateaus
Glaciers
Types of accommodation
DNT huts (self catered or serviced)
Mountain lodges and hotels
Camp sites and B&Bs in the lowlands/valleys
Restaurants and bars
Jotunheimen is a huge and somewhat desolate area, and you should be prepared for the fact that eateries and bars are both few and far between.
Museums and art galleries
You will also find something in the Jotunheimen area if you are into art and culture: Stave churches, chapels, art galleries and museums.
Excursions and other winter activities
Try something more than just ski touring while you are in Jotunheimen - winter options include dog sledding, snow shoeing and artsy visits to the regional museums.
Get in-depth travel information at the National Park Region's official website.
By car, follow the E6 from Oslo or the E16 via Lærdal from Bergen. The Sognefjellet Mountain Road usually opens again in late April, giving you access to many interesting runs in the area. There are car rental companies in most bigger cities and entry airports in Norway.
The Jotunheimen area can also be reached by express buses from Oslo, Bergen, and Trondheim several times per day.
From Oslo or Trondheim, take the train to Otta – the nearest train station to the skiing terrain in Jotunheimen. From there, you can take a local bus to several places in the Jotunheimen area.
The nearest airports are Oslo Airport Gardermoen and Trondheim Airport Værnes. You can travel by train from both airports to several destinations in the Jotunheimen region.
If you prefer your own car, there are several car rental services at both Oslo Airport and Trondheim Airport.
Norway is an incredible place to explore, with untamed mythical landscapes, mountains, valleys, and fjords. Before you enter the outdoors, get familiar with the nine simple rules of the Norwegian mountain code to help you stay safe.
Let the adventure begin.
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