Rondane national park
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Photo:
Asgeir Helgestad / Artic Light AS / Visitnorway.com
Rondane national park
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Photo:
Asgeir Helgestad / Artic Light AS / Visitnorway.com
If you want to go hiking in the mountains, the village Høvringen is a great starting point for several routes.
You also find many cosy mountain lodges in the national park, which are ideal for family-friendly activities or as a base for hikers …
Rondvassbu in Rondane
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Photo:
Anders Gjengedal / Visitnorway.com
Rondvassbu in Rondane
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Photo:
Anders Gjengedal / Visitnorway.com
… that are eager to conquer one of the ten peaks that soar beyond 2,000 metres above sea level.
The highest summit is Rondslottet which reaches 2,178 metres into the sky. The name means “the castle of Rondane” – very fitting, don’t you think?
Hiking in Høvringen
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Photo:
Yngve Ask / Mountainsofnorway.com
Hiking in Høvringen
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Photo:
Yngve Ask / Mountainsofnorway.com
If you want to explore larger areas, you can actually walk from cabin to cabin, like the Peer Gynt cabin (pictured), or stay at a mountain hotel (one even has a spa).
The Peer Gynt cabin in Rondane
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Photo:
Martin Amble Ruge
The Peer Gynt cabin in Rondane
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Photo:
Martin Amble Ruge
Other areas you can use as a base include the Grimsdalen valley and the popular school camp destination Høvringen.
From Høvringen you can reach Formokampen mountain, a family-friendly hike with views that will amaze both children and adults.
You can even see ancient facilities for trapping reindeer along the trail.
Hiking in Høvringen
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Photo:
Yngve Ask / Mountainsofnorway.com
Hiking in Høvringen
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Photo:
Yngve Ask / Mountainsofnorway.com
You see, Rondane is not just about the high peaks. You can find other gems in the area too, like the rich animal life.
One of Norway’s last remaining wild reindeer herds lives here. Maybe you’ll see them on your way?
Or perhaps you want to meet “the King of the woods”? Join a moose safari on electric bikes, and maybe he’ll greet you.
Moose in Rondane
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Photo:
Roger Brendhagen
Moose in Rondane
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Photo:
Roger Brendhagen
And there is more! For centuries, rivers have dug their way through the landscape and created mesmerizing waterfalls, like Ulafossen and Brudesløret (pictured).
Brudesløret waterfall in Rondane
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Photo:
Christer Gundersen / Unsplash.com
Brudesløret waterfall in Rondane
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Photo:
Christer Gundersen / Unsplash.com
The lakes are nice locations for pit-stops as well. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, rent a canoe, or take a swim in the crystal-clear water. They are also great for fishing.
Trout for dinner, anyone?
Fishing in Rondane
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Photo:
Erland Husom
Fishing in Rondane
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Photo:
Erland Husom
Another highlight is the Norwegian Scenic Route Rondane. It is an unforgettable drive – so time to get that favourite road trip playlist ready!
Make sure you stop at Sohlbergplassen viewpoint. In harmony with nature, it frames the view of Rondane like it appears in Harald Sohlber’s famous painting “Winter night in the mountains.”
You can also visit the baroque styled Sollia church or take a drive to the Aukrust centre museum. If you have a sweet tooth, a stop at Sjokoladelåven (the chocolate barn) is a must. The road ends in Folldal.