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Mjølkevegen Gravel Express

4 Days – Self-Guided

Embark on a fast-paced journey along one of Norway’s most scenic cycling routes! Ride from stunning mountain landscapes to high pastures on five stars gravel roads while we take care of transporting your luggage. This trip is perfect for a long weekend or to add some epic days to your holiday.

Highlights

  • 5-star gravel roads
  • Spectacular views
  • Delicious local food

Included

  • Bus from/to Oslo
  • Luggage transport
  • 3x Accommodation
  • 3x Breakfast, packed lunch and dinner
  • Boatcruise with M/B Bitihorn
  • JVB App with access to maps, tracks, vouchers and all necessary travel documents
  • Organizational support and backup from our team
  • CO2 compensation

Season and Price 2026

June – September

Daily departures

First arrival: 24 June 2026
Last arrival: 11 September 2026

Price:
Adult (double room):
NOK 11.200
Single room suppl.:
NOK 2.700

Description

Get ready for a sporty long weekend along the breathtaking Mjølkevegen, covering more than 200 kilometres by gravel bike. Enjoy amazing views from your saddle while cruising on world class gravel roads. This tour goes from the woods of Lemonsjøen to the heart of Valdres region via mountain roads and includes a boat cruise with M/B Bitihorn on lake Bygdin, surrounded by the majestic mountains of Jotunheimen National Park. This is one of the most beautiful cycling routes in Norway and a “memories for life” kind of trip. We designed this trip for gravel cyclists who wish to get the highlights of the Mjølkevegen experience in a short time. Suitable for amateurs in pretty good shape who are used to cycle more than 80 km per day on gravel and like to challenge themselves with some uphill.

Map

Day to Day

Day 1

Transport: Bus from Oslo to Lemonsjøen

Enjoy the trip from the big city towards Valdres and Jotunheimen. The express busses take you straight from the capital to the heart of Norway. On the way you pass mountains, valleys, rivers and beautiful farms.

Accommodation: Lemonsjø Fjellstue

Meal: Dinner

Day 2

Cycling Lemonsjøen – Bygdin
Time: 4-6 hours, Distance: 82 km, ↑ 1300 meters

On your first day, you cycle on a gravel road through the wooded valley of Murudalen and along mesmerizing rivers until you arrive above the treeline. Here you follow the beautiful “Jotunheimvegen” offering you stunning views. You cycle along Vinstra lake while you can see the mountains of Jotunheimen National Park in the horizon.

Accommodation: Bygdin Høifieldhotell

Meals: Breakfast | Packed Lunch | Dinner

Day 3

Transport: Boat cruise with M/B Bitihorn from Bygdin to Eidsbugarden 

Take your bike on the boat and enjoy a scenic trip on beautiful lake Bygdin, before continuing by bike.

Activity: Cycling Eidsbugarden-Gomobu 
Time: 5-8 hours, Distance: 97 km, ↑ 1650 meters

Today is quite a tough day on the saddle but you get rewarded with spectacular views and five-star gravel roads. After reaching Eidsbugarden, you follow first a beautiful gravel road along Tyin lake before getting some kilometres with a mix of asphalt and gravel until Ryfoss. From here, you start climbing to Syndin plateau which might be the most challenging leg of the Mjølkevegen route. At the top, some amazing gravel roads awaits you before ending the day in Gomobu, where the after bike awaits you. If it’s nice weather, the sun on the terrace.

Accommodation: Gomobu Fjellstue

Meals: Breakfast | Packed Lunch | Dinner

Day 4

Activity: Cycling Gomobu-Fagernes 
Time: 1-
1,5 hours, Distance: 27 km, ↑ 10 meters
 

Enjoy the last short trip on the bike with a short ride down to Fagernes. The route goes mainly downhill and along some asphalt, so you might have some time to enjoy an easy morning at the hotel before heading to your bus. Depending on the time you have and the weather conditions, you can choose cycling a longer and more adventurous route over the rural landscape of Vaset to Fagernes. 

Transport:Bus from Fagernes to Oslo

Meals: Breakfast | Packed Lunch 

 

Good to Know

Below you will find practical information about this trip.
Can not find what you are looking for? See our frequently asked questions page, or send us an email – we will help you!

 

Add on

Gravel bike rental – 3 days: NOK 2.200
Olympia Handy 20S (or similar)

When you rent a bike from us, you can pick it up at your first accomodation and give it back at the bus station in Fagernes. The price includes a helmet, a lock and a rep kit. Pedals are flat, but you can bring your own if you wish.

Extra night in Oslo
Take some time to enjoy the capital of Norway by adding a stay in the city centre, before or after your bike trip. Prices on request.

Important Details

To fully enjoy your gravel adventure in the area, it’s important to dress appropriately according to the weather. The temperatures can vary a lot during the day, especially when you cycle from the mountains to the valley. We recommend having waterproof and warm layers with you that you can add and remove easily in addition to gravel cycling shoes, suncream and cycling glasses.

Luggage Transport

We will send your luggage from lodge to lodge, so you only need to fill the pockets of your jersey or bring a small saddle bag.

Accommodations

All the accommodations have double/twin beds with private bathrooms.

Lemonsjø Fjellstue:
Lemonsjøen fjellstue offers a serene and tranquil atmosphere surrounded by stunning natural landscapes. The air is crisp and clean, with the sounds of birds and wildlife providing a peaceful soundtrack. The cozy cabins and warm hospitality of the staff assure you a comfortable and relaxing stay.

Bygdin Høifieldshotel: 
This hotel has a long tradition of hosting active mountain people who want to visit Jotunheimen. Even tho many rooms were renovated you will get a historical atmosphere. The food is for sure to be the highlight of your stay. Delicious dinners are made from local ingredients and served with love.

Gomobu Mountain Lodge:
Known for its cozy atmosphere and friendly hosts, Gomobu is a welcoming mountain lodge on the edge of Valdresfjellet. The lodge serves tasty, locally sourced food that reflects the region’s traditions and flavours. Guests can choose from a variety of accommodation options, including comfortable modern rooms in the main lodge and fully equipped cabins suitable for families and groups. 

Meals

All restaurants offer 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 to lunch for the day. Dinner will be served in the afternoon/evening.

Route

Gravel
Most of the trail follows well-maintained gravel roads, which may have occasional potholes but are generally in good condition. There are also some brief sections on asphalt or trails.

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

Medium

Distance per day: up to 100 kilometres
Ascent per day: up to approximately 1500 meters
Terrain: gravel roads or asphalt 

Trips are mainly on good gravel or asphalt roads, but there might be short sections where you must cycle a bit in rough terrain. Stages can reach up to 100 km and have some challenging climbs. Suitable for experienced riders with good endurance, but who do not want to rush between each destination.

Recommended age

Recommended for adults or from 16 years, depending on skills and training.

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 with you.

Transport

Travel green. Enjoy the trip from the big city towards Valdres and Jotunheimen! The express buses are public busses taking 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 the express bus routes. Share your travel plans with us, and we’ll take care of the arrangements, ensuring a stress-free experience for you.

NB: Please contact us if you wish to travel with your own bike. Not all buses allow the transport of bikes, and it will cost extra. We will be happy checking it out for you and helping you with this.

Arrival / Departure

When travelling with us the bus ride from and to Oslo is included in your journey. The buses start at Oslo bus terminal in the city center, next to Oslo Central Train station. The bus ride to the Jotunheimen and Valdres takes approximately 4 to 5 hours depending on where your trip starts/ends. 

Departure times from Oslo Bus Terminal vary depending on the season and the days. In general, the bus departs from Oslo at: 

08.30 am* 
10.20 am*

*Note: Depending on the season, your day of arrival and your final destination there might be more or less departures, also there might be departures straight from Oslo Gardermoen airport to Jotunheimen and Valdres. This can affect also the travel back to Oslo. Please share your travel plans with us and we will find the best possible bus departures according to your trip.

Sustainability - CO2 Emissions

Sustainability is at the core of what we do, ensuring that our adventures leave as little impact on nature as possible. By reducing emissions and making conscious choices, we strive to protect the environment for future generations. To provide transparency, we include this emissions breakdown on every product page, giving you insight into the carbon footprint of your trip. The number of CO2 in kg you can see in the graph, we add and offset every month for each activity that was undergone. Read more here on how we do this.

Greenhouse Gas Emissions - Mjolkevegen Gravel Express
Greenhouse Gas Emissions - Mjolkevegen Gravel Express

Mjølkevegen – Norway’s Most Beautiful Gravel Bike Cycling Tour

 

Gravel cycling on Mjølkevegen gives you an unparalleled sense of freedom with open spaces and great views, perfect to turn off the tunes of a busy everyday life. Amidst the raw and untouched nature, pedal through stunning landscapes along spectacular gravel roads. The unassuming beauty of these rugged surroundings in the mountainous Jotunheimen, and the open and tranquil Valdres, inspire awe and adventure and let your mind roll around following the views.

Join us on an extraordinary cycling holiday meticulously crafted for gravel bike enthusiasts! Bring your gravel bike and discover Norway in the coolest way.

The journey along Mjølkevegen offers the ideal terrain for gravel bikes – rugged gravel roads and minimal traffic, set against the backdrop of the stunning Mjølkevegen landscape.

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