Historical Route Jotunheimen (7 days)
On this 7-day guided hike you will follow the path of the pioneer´s in Norway´s mountaineering history on this historic route. From Gjendesheim, via Memurubu and Gjendebu to Bygdin you will hike along the most spectacular sights in Jotunheimen National Park. Starting with iconic Besseggen, climbing spectacular Bukkelægret and take on night in a self-serviced hut at lake Bygdin. Together with your guide you will get a safe hike with many interesting, historical facts along the way.
Highlights
- Iconic Besseggen ridge
- High peaks with panoramic views
- Cultural history, and local food at historic accommodations
- Guided hike along Historical Route
Included
- Bus transport from / to Oslo
- Luggage transport
- Accommodation incl. Towels and linen
- Breakfast, packed lunch and dinner
- Detailed tour description
- Guide
Season
- 30.07. – 05.08. 2023
- other dates on request
Into the heart of Jotunheimen
This hike is designed for hikers of average fitness levels, with some basic hiking and outdoor skills. This route takes you straight into the heart of Jotunheimen, across the beautiful Gjende Lake, through stunning valleys and spectacular ridges. You need to climb up to 1 300 meters a day and you shoul dbe aware that many of the trails are rocky and not always easy to hike. The tour takes you to some of the most historic accommodations in the Jotunheimen area, with delicious food and Norwegian outdoor life charm. The total route is about 50 km depending on the length of the day tours.
Kart
The map shows the route you will walk.
Day to day
Practical information
Below you will find practical information about this trip.
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Transportation
The journey includes all transport to / from Oslo, and between all accommodations.
Luggage transportation
We will send your luggage (1x luggage per person) from cabin to cabin, so that you can hike just with a light day bag.
Meals
All accommodations focus on local food. At the breakfast table you will make yourself the lunch package. On request you can get as well warm tea with you on the hike. The dinner is a two to three course dinner.
Accommodation
All accommodations you will stay in, are DNT cabins with shared bathrooms (DNT = Norwegian Trekking Association) breakfast, packed lunch and dinner. Torfinnsbu (5th night) is a self-service hut – here we will do the meals by ourselves, and you need to bring a bed sheet bag with you.
Guide
Our guides are local and certified hiking guides. You will meet the guide the first evening at Gjendesheim. The guide will take car of you and lead you safe through the sometimes tough and difficult trails. In addition, the guide will tell you the stories about the historical interesting facts long this route.
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