Besseggen
2 Days | Self-Guided | Hiking | Jotunheimen
Besseggen in Jotunheimen is one of Norway’s most famous and beautiful hikes. This 2-day trip from Oslo offers you an unforgettable experience in the beautiful Jotunheimen National Park. Perfect for a short get-away to the mountains. It’s quite a demanding hike which is best suited for experienced hikers. Are you up for the challenge?
Highlights
- Famous Jotunheimen hike
- Besseggen ridge
- Traditional mountain lodge
Included
- Bus from/to Oslo
- 1x Boat cruise
- 1x Accommodation incl. bedlinen
- 1x Breakfast, packed lunch, and dinner
- JVB App with access to maps, tracks, vouchers and all necessary travel documents
- Organizational support and backup from our team
- CO2 compensation
Season & Prices 2026
June – September
First arrival: 28.06.2026
Last arrival: 12.09.2026
June – August:
Daily arrivals
September: Arrivals on Fridays and Saturdays
Prices:
Per person in double room: NOK 4.200
Single room supplement: NOK 500
Besseggen – A Bucketlist Hiking Trip in Jotunheimen from Oslo
Embark on our 2-day Besseggen adventure in Jotunheimen National Park! This trip is tailored for hikers in good physical condition who are used to mountain trekking and wish to combine a city stay with a little mountain escape. Conquer Besseggen, one of Norway’s most beloved hikes, attracting 40,000 hikers annually and serving as a rite of passage for outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy a stay at the charming and historical Gjendesheim DNT-lodge, where you’ll experience warm hospitality, a relaxed atmosphere and delicious local cuisine. We recommend you adding an extra night at Gjendesheim for a more relaxed experience.
Map
Day to Day
Practical Information
Below you will find practical information about this trip.
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Add-on
Extra night at Gjendesheim
Person in double room incl. half-board and packed lunch: NOK 1.645
Single room supplement: NOK 500
If you do not want to think about reaching the bus after your Besseggen hike, you are welcome to stay one more night at Gjendesheim before you take the bus back to Oslo.
Extra night in Oslo (Price on request)
If you are interested in seeing the capital of Norway, or depending on your arrival/departure time in Oslo, you can add one extra night, including breakfast.
Important details
To fully enjoy your hiking adventure in the mountainous areas, it’s important to dress appropriately for the weather conditions and local temperatures. For a comfortable and enjoyable experience, we recommend wearing warm, waterproof clothing, sturdy mountain hiking boots that provide ankle support, and sunscreen and sunglasses. It is not recommended to wear trail runners, everyday shoes, or sneakers. We also recommend bringing hiking poles in this type of terrain.
Accommodation
Gjendesheim DNT-Lodge:
Gjendesheim Turisthytte has a history dating back to 1878, ten years after DNT was established. The hut is run by DNT and is located in the heart of the Norwegian mountains. Across the water from the restaurant you will see some old log cabins, one of them is Jo Gjende´s cabin. Jo Gjende (1794 – 27 February 1884) was a Norwegian outdoorsman and freethinker. He is believed to have been the model for Henrik Ibsen´s Peer Gynt. A famous photo of Jo is in the picture book
Meals
The restaurant offers food based on local ingredients. For breakfast, there will be a buffet. Here you also need to make yourself a packed lunch that you bring for the day. It is possible to fill a thermos. Dinner will be served in the afternoon/evening.
Route
Our selected daily hikes are well-marked, and you will meet other hikers. The trails are narrow, often rocky, and sometimes you need to cross rivers and streams. Therefore, we recommend ankle-height mountain boots and hiking poles.
You will receive an access to our JVB-app before travelling. This one contains GPX-files, itineraries description and detailed information for your trip.
Difficulty
Hard
Kilometer: up to 20 kilometers
Ascent: up to 1500 ascent meters
Terrain: Varied trail, where longer sections are hilly and rocky, there will also be features and exposed terrain.
On these trips, we spend a lot of time in demanding terrain, and there are long ascents and descents. The tours are usually around 6-8 hours. These trips can also involve crossing glaciers and rappelling, this requires that the person participating in the trip has some previous experience and is in good physical shape.
Please ask us if you are not sure about your level.
Equipment list
When you book with us, we’ll provide you with a packing list to ensure you have all the necessary clothing and gear.
Transport
Travel green by using public transport. Enjoy the trip from the big city towards Valdres and Jotunheimen! The express buses take you straight from the capital to the heart of Norway. On the way you will pass mountains, valleys, rivers, and beautiful farms.
Experience the convenience of choosing from various departure times and travel destinations along our express bus routes. Share your travel plans with us, and we’ll take care of the arrangements, ensuring a stress-free experience for you.
Departure time on day 2
Gjendesheim-Oslo bus terminal
5.25 pm -10.00 pm
Sustainability – CO2 Emissions
