Tour de Dovre – 3 Days

3 Days – Self-Guided

Enjoy the full Tour de Dovre in just three days, a perfect cycling holiday in Norway for those who are short on time or wish to pedal a bit during their vacation. This condensed adventure covers the same route along three national parks, offering stunning landscapes, cultural highlights, and local flavours like the longer Tour de Dovre versions.

Highlights

  • Experience 3 national parks
  • The perfect weekend cycling trip
  • Fine gravel roads and cozy accommodations

Included

  • Luggage transport
  • 2x Accommodation
  • 2x 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 & Price 2026

June – August

Daily departures
First departure: 21.06.2026
Last departure: 30.08.2026

Price:
Adult (double room):
NOK 6.500
Single room suppl.: NOK 1.300

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Tour De Dovre – Cycling Holiday in Norway

Experience the best of Tour de Dovre on this condensed version of our popular cycling tour. This 3-day cycling tour takes you along stunning gravel and asphalt roads, offering you breathtaking views over three national parks: Dovrefjell-Sunndalsfjella, Rondane and Dovre. Covering the full scenic route, we’ve simply removed the first and last night, perfect for travelers short on time but eager to dive into new adventures.

Tour de Dovre offers a unique journey where you’ll encounter friendly farmers, curious cows, and welcoming locals. The route is thoughtfully designed, ensuring an immersive experience with well-marked trails. The luggage will be transported for you from lodge to lodge, providing you with a lightweighted adventure. When the evening comes, enjoy cozy accommodation featuring delicious local food, making each night a memorable part of your journey.

Whether you’re an avid cyclist or an active traveler looking for a memorable weekend, Tour de Dovre caters to all. You get rental options, from standard mountain bikes to e-bikes, ensuring everyone can pick the option that suits best. Cycling enthusiasts and nature lovers, this journey is crafted just for you.

Day by Day

Day 1: Arrival and cycling

Transport (not included): Arrival on your own at Trolltun Guesthouse in Dombås, where the tour starts.

We can arrange the train tickets from/to Oslo if you wish. Please let us know if you’d like us to help you with this. Have a look to the add-ons for more information about the price.

Luggage transport: To make sure, that your luggage will be transported to Hjerkinn (your first accommodation), you need to deliver your luggage at Trolltun before 12.00 pm.

Bike rental: If you booked a bike, you can pick it up at Trolltun Guesthouse. Please note that the bike is delivered from Hjerkinn on the day before your arrival and you will get instructions digitally before picking it up. Eventual exchange or personal assistance with the bike will be possible when arriving in Hjerkinn.

Activity: Cycling Trolltun – Hjerkinn Fjellstue
Time: 2-3 hours, Distance: 32 km, ↑ 270 meters

Follow the old mountain road through Dovrefjell. On the right side, you have the fantastic Dovre National Park and on your left side, you have Grytdalen and Snøhetta, the highest mountain in Dovrefjell. There are several lovely places to stop along the way to take pictures and have lunch.

Accommodation: Hjerkinn Fjellstue

Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Cycling to Grimsdalshytta

Activity: Cycling Hjerkinn – Grimsdalshytta
Time: 3-4 hours, Distance: 58 km, ↑ 470 meters

The route between Hjerkinn and Grimsdalshytta follows first a forest trail to the beautiful Kvitdalen before you reach the road to Folldal. From Folldal you follow Rondane National Tourist Roads towards Grimsdalen. Here you cycle between the two national parks – Dovre National Park on one side and Rondane National Park on the other side, until you reach the accommodation for the night.

Accommodation: DNT Lodge Grimsdalshytta  

Meals: Breakfast | Packed Lunch | Dinner

Dag 3: Cycling to Dombås and departure

Activity: Cycling Grimsdalshytta – Trolltun
Time: 3-5 hours, Distance: 40 km, ↑ 540 meters

From the heart of Dovre National Park, you follow the gorgeous Grimsdalen further upstream along the river Grimse. The route is relatively flat except for the last climb up to the mountain pass. From there, a steep downhill will bring you into the Gudbrandsdalen that you will follow until you reach Trolltun in Dombås, where you stay for the night.

Transport (not included): once you arrive in Dombås, it is time to say goodbye to the mountains. Departure on your own from Trolltun Guesthouse.

Add-on: If you like to stay for the night in Dombås, we can book a night at Trolltun Guesthouse for you.

Meals: Breakfast | Packed Lunch

 

Practical information

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

Bike rental
When you rent a bike from us, you can pick it up at your first accommodation and leave it at the last one. In this package, the bike transportation to Dombås is included. The bikes are equipped with rep kit, bottle holder and flat pedals. Helmet and bike bags can be rented as well.

E-bike rental (3 days*): NOK 2.600
Mountain bike rental (3 days*): NOK 1.600

*including bike transport to/from Dombås

Helmet rental (3 days): NOK 70

Train from/to Oslo
We always want to facilitate you to make green choices. You can choose to add train tickets from/to Oslo. The train station is about 2 km away from Trolltun Guesthouse and we recommend booking a taxi (we will supply you with the right contact/phone number).

Return train ticket, per person: NOK 1.600

Extra night at Dombås
If you would like to stay the last night again in Dombås, let us know, and we can add a night at Trolltun Guesthouse for you. 

Person in double room incl. full-board*: NOK 1.440
Single room supplement: NOK 500

*breakfast, packed lunch and dinner

 

Important details

To fully enjoy your cycling 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 shoes for cycling, and bringing sunscreen and sunglasses.

Luggage Transport

We will send your luggage from lodge to lodge, so you only need to bring a daypack. To make this operation possible, you need to deliver your luggage the first day at Trolltun Guesthouse latest at 12.00 pm.

Accommodation

At Hjerkinn you will get a private bathroom with a toilet and shower. Grimsdalshytta is part of DNT (The Norwegian Trekking Association). Here you’ll meet a hut atmosphere where there are private rooms with bunk beds and shared bathrooms.

Hjerkinn Fjellstue:
Hjerkinn Fjellstue og Fjellridning in Dovrefjell National Park is Norway’s oldest mountain lodge with a long tradition of hosting travellers and well renown in the area. Hjerkinn Fjellstue is an active farm and is famous as well for providing excellent riding courses and tours on Icelandic horses. 

Grimsdalshytta DNT-Lodge:
Grimsdalshytta is a charming and scenic mountain lodge of DNT nestled in the heart of spectacular Grimsdalen, a lush valley between Rondane and Dovrefjell national parks. Built originally in 1923 and restored in the 80s, the hut takes the name from the river Grimsa and it’s known for its warm and welcoming atmosphere, rich cultural history and stunning views in the heart of the norwegian wilderness.    

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. It is possible to fill a thermos. Dinner will be served in the afternoon/evening.

Route

Gravel/trail
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.

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
Kilometers: 20-65 kilometres
Altitude: up to 1000 meters elevation
Terrain: fine gravel roads or asphalt, can be short sections with a path

Trips are mainly on good gravel or asphalt roads, but there may be shorter sections where you will have to wheel a bit in rough terrain. If the Easy level suits you with a pedal bike, you can perhaps manage the Medium level with an ebike.

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

This tour do not include transport.

But we are happy to make it easy for you to travel green. Enjoy the journey by train from the Oslo to Dombås. Dovrebanen takes you along lakes, valleys, rivers, and beautiful landscapes before heading to the mountains.

Share your travel plans with us, and we’ll take care of booking the train tickets for you.

NB: Please contact us if you wish to travel with your own bike. The space for bikes on trains is limited and needs to be booked in advance, this will cost extra. We will be happy checking it out for you and helping you with this, if you wish to travel by train.

 

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Day to day

Day 1: Oslo - Gjendesheim

Bus: Valdresekspressen fra Oslo

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

 

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.

 

Day 2: Knutshøe

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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Day 3: Boat cruise to Gjendebu

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.  

Day 4: Bukkelægret


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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.

Day 5: Besseggen

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.

Day 6: Gjendesheim - Oslo

 

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.

Practical information

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!

Departures from Oslo

Monday-Wednesday

8.30 am – 1.05 pm 

Thursdays 

8.30 am – 1.05 pm 
3.05 pm – 7.05 pm 
5.00 pm – 9.05 pm 
5.20 pm – 9.03 pm (Directly from Oslo Airport) 

Friday 

8.30 am - 1.05 pm 
1.05 pm – 5.45 pm 
5.20 pm – 9.03 pm (Directly from Oslo Airport) 

Saturday 

8.30 am - 1.05 pm 
10.20 am – 1.35 pm 

Sunday 

10.20 am – 1.35 pm 
12.20 pm – 4.50 pm 
5.20 pm – 9.03 pm (Directly from Oslo Airport)

 

Luggage transport

We will send your luggage from cabin to cabin, so you only need to bring a daypack.

Departures from Gjendesheim

Monday-Friday 

2.00 pm – 6.35 pm 

Saturday 

10.00 am – 2.45 pm 
2.00 pm – 6.35 pm 

Sunday 

10.00 am – 2.45 pm 
10.00 am -2.21 pm (Directly to Oslo Airport) 
4.00 pm – 8.20 pm 
5.35 pm – 10.00 pm

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. Use your beewax food wrap. It is possible to fill a thermos, check with the accommodation. Dinner will be served in the afternoon/evening. 

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.  

Gjendebu Turisthytte DNT:  

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

Memurubu Turisthytte:  

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 for just as long. Cows are still grazing around the tourist hut, which lies at the mouth of the river Muru in the valley Memurudalen. 

Trails and weather

The conditions in the autumn are wonderful, but it can also give some challenges. You need to be prepared to walk in the snow in case of snowfall. We have also described alternative routes for the steepest parts if the exposure or conditions makes it uncountable. In September, normal temperature is between 0-10 degrees.

All the paths are well-marked. The terrain varies from flat and easy to rocky and hilly. All the hikes as a short steep, exposed crux where you will have to use both legs and arms. Thou these sections can be avoided by walking an alternative route around.

Equipment list

We will send you equipment-list when ordering. 

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