Activity: hiking from Øye to Filefjellstuene

Time: 4 hours, Distance: 12,4 kilometers, Ascent: 600 meters. 

The King’s Road between Øye and Tyinkrysset starts by the Øye Stave Church. You’ll be transported to the starting point, where your journey unfolds. The trail is mainly grass and gravel and takes you from wooded inland countryside to the open mountain scenery on the Filefjell plateau.

Transport
Transfer between local destinations.

Accommodation: Filefjellstuene 

Time: 4 hours, Distance: 10,7 kilometers, Ascent: 350 meters. 

Hike: Kyrkjestølen to Maristuen 
Between Kyrkjestølen and Maristova, you’ll traverse the actual Filefjell, reaching the Kings Road’s highest point (1247 masl) with breathtaking views of the Hurrungane peaks. Here, you’ll witness what it meant to construct a road following the French principle. It aimed for the straightest line possible, prioritizing drainage and foundational work, with less concern for the terrain’s natural features. 

Pick up and transfer back to Filefjellstuene 

Accommodation: Filefjellstuene

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Time: 2,5 hours or more if visiting the Borgund stave church exhibition, Distance: 5 kilometers, Ascent: 290 meters. 

Hike: Sverrestigen to Borgund, and Vindhellavegen to Husum
Today’s hike starting from Rimskjold and tracing the historic Sverrestigen. This path was chosen by King Sverre of Norway to elude waiting farmers prepared for attack. Your hike leads you to the well-preserved Borgund stave church (from 1180). Here you can find an exhibition and we recommend visiting the church (entrance included). Continuing, you’ll hike along the iconic and beloved Vindhellavegen, a highlight of the King’s Road. Your final stop for the night awaits at Husum Hotel, where your luggage will be waiting. 

Accommodation: Husum Hotel
Discover comfort and relaxation at Husum Hotel, your welcoming retreat after a day of exploration. Unwind in cozy rooms, relish in delectable cuisine, and immerse yourself in the tranquil surroundings. Your home away from home along the King’s Road journey. 

Time: 6-7 hours, Distance: 13,8 kilometers, Ascent: 300 meters. 

Hike: Roundtrip from Husum along Seltåsen and Galdane 
You start walking on Øygardsvegen that leads you to Seltunåsen starting on the round-trip Galdane and back to Husum for another overnight stay. Along the way you will see magnificent waterfalls, old crofts, places wrapped in legend, and German fortifications. 

Accommodation: Husum Hotel 

Departure by bus to Oslo, Bergen, or a destination in between
As you embark on your journey back, enjoy the homeward trip. The express buses seamlessly transport you from Jotunheimen and Valdres back to the city. Along the way, you’ll pass mountains, valleys, rivers, and beautiful farms. The buses are equipped with free WiFi, power outlets with USB chargers, and toilets. 

Alternative:
You can choose to depart towards Bergen from Husum.
Different departure/arrival times possible. 

First ridge: Knutshøe

Level of difficulty: medium
Duration: 4-6 hours
Distance: 13 kilometers
Ascent: 700 meters

Knutshø is called Bessegens little brother. The mountain has a very cool shape and are exposed with lakes on both sides. The ridge has two challenge points where you will have to use all hands and feet.

Accomodation: Gjendesheim turisthytte DNT

Gjendesheim Turisthytte has a history dating back to 1878. The hut is run by DNT and is located in the heart of the Norwegian mountains, with Besseggen ridge as a neighbor.

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Boat: Boat cruise to Gjendebu

I dag skal dere ta den flotte båtturen over Gjendevannet. Hvis dere ønsker en kortere båttur, kan dere vandre langs den første delen av innsjøen.

Alt. hike from Gjendesheim to Memurubu 

Level of difficulty: Easy 
Duration: 2-3 hours 
Distance: 10 kilometers 
Ascent: 400 meters

This hike is a nice and easy walk alongside the lake.  

Accommodation: Gjendebu Turisthytte DNT 
At 990 masl at the west end of Gjende Lake you will find Gjendebu. The hotel offers a traditional and historic atmosphere, with good local food - and is the oldest cabin of DNT, built in 1871.  

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Hike: Bukkelægret

Level of difficulty: Medium 
Duration: 5 hours 
Distance: 11 kilometers 
Ascent: 850 meters 

Bukkelægret is an exciting, steep walk with a longer flat section in the middle. The trip takes you through several mountain lakes packed with mountain trout - a perfect area to have lunch. The high route gives a great view over the water Gjende. In the steepest parts of this route you can hold on to the chain for extra safety, or hike an alternative route.  

Accomodation: Memurubu DNT
Memurubu is a tourist hut at the end or start of the famous Besseggen hiking trail. Memurubu is originally an old mountain pasture dating back to 1872, but has had tourists just as long. Cows are still grazing around the tourist hut, which lies at the mouth of the river Muru in the valley Memurudalen.

Hike: Besseggen 

Level of difficulty: Medium 
Duration: 6-8 hours 
Distance: 14 kilometers 
Ascent: 1132 meters 

Besseggen is one of Norway's most popular hikes. There is a fantastic view of majestic Jotunheimen on a trip over the narrow, airy ridge. With the green Gjende Lake 400 meters straight down on one side, and the deep blue Bessvatnet Lake on the other, you will have an experience you will never forget.

Accommodation: Gjendebu Turisthytte DNT 

At 990 masl at the west end of Gjende Lake you will find Gjendebu. The hotel offers a traditional and historic atmosphere, with good local food - and is the oldest cabin of DNT, built in 1871.

Bus: Gjendesheim - Oslo 

Transport from Gjendesheim to Oslo bus Terminal (Oslo Airport). 
If you are going to Oslo Airport, you must count about 1 hour to transfer from Oslo Bus Terminal. 

If the time schedule does not fit your flight we can help with accommodation in Oslo, adding one extra night. Let us know.

See bus departures from Gjendesheim below Practical information.