Summer Adventures in Jotunheimen
Join a summer adventure in Jotunheimen! Here you will find the most exciting experiences Jotunheimen and Valdres have to offer. The summer in Jotunheimen is a paradise for all outdoor enthusiasts – from alpine peaks, glaciers, Besseggen, Galdhøpiggen, the beautiful lakes Gjende and Bygdin, to the lush cultural landscape in the villages of Valdres.
In addition to all our exciting hikes and bike trips, you can also choose from various adventures like horseback riding, a boat trip or musk ox safari – ideal for beginners who like to get to know our mountains. Experienced alpinists can choose one of our mountaineering trips or glacier hikes. We have something to offer for everyone!
Take the bus from Oslo or Bergen straight into the mountains, where we also take care of luggage transport, and arranging accommodation in cozy mountain lodges, with local history and traditional dishes.
Summer in Norway – A Paradise for the Outdoor Enthusiast
If you want to experience meaningful and sustainable experiences in mountain Norway, Jotunheimen and Valdres are a natural summer destination. The region offers a wide variety from easy to demanding trips, from great nature experiences and to cultural history and local culture.
What kind of trip do you want?
Explore high mountain hikes and summit hikes in Jotunheimen National Park, bike rides along Mjølkevegen and Tour de Dovre, hikes along Kongevegen – horseback riding, fishing, canoeing and kayaking.
Feel free to contact us if you do not find what you want – we will be happy to facilitate your unique summer adventure.
Our Summer Adventure Products
Summer Activities and Wildlife
If you are an outdoor enthusiast who wants to explore the mountains in an exciting, but not overly physically challenging way, this is for you! Explore nature on the back of a horse, or board the historic M/B Bitihorn boat for a memorable sail on magnificent lake Bygdin. These adventures offer a unique perspective on the landscape, perfect for those seeking both relaxation and discovery.
Easy Adventures
Doing challenging hikes seems too difficult for you, but you still like to move around in the midst of the majestic Jotunheimen mountains? Take a look at these trips we have designed for everyone to enjoy. They include walks that let you enjoy stunning views and nature, while offering you culinary and cultural highlights all at once.
Mountain and Glacier Hiking
For all our adventurers and mountain lovers, we offer a series of multiday- and daytrips which take you to the heights of Norway’s roof. Discover airy mountain ridges, magical glaciers and deep valleys, all in the midst of beautiful Jotunheimen National Park. These trips are either guided hikes or self-guided hikes. For the self-guided trips, you only need basic skills, but you should be in good physical shape.
One of these tours is the legendary Besseggen ridge – the most frequented trail in Norway. This one of a kind ridge stuns with striking views over two lakes and far mountain areas, as well as Jotunheimen’s majestic mountain tops.
We also offer more challenging guided mountaineering and climbing trips, which you can find here.
Frequently Asked Questions
You probably have many questions when it comes to summer adventures in Valdres and Jotunheimen. Here we have gathered answers to the most frequently asked questions. If you are wondering about anything else, feel free to contact us.
How is the summer weather in Jotunheimen and Valdres?
In summer, the weather can change from nice summer days, mountain heat, to snowstorms on the very highest peaks. It is just as common to have to wear a thin jacket as a t-shirt, but most days are hot in the summer and it is an area with relatively little rain.
Down in the villages it is of course calmer weather than when you cross the tree line, and on the high mountains in Jotunheimen. We have suggestions for detailed package lists during hikes, mountaineering and cycling tours during the summer season.
I can not find a trip I can imagine, can you make personal package tours?
Yes, we can! Visit this page and contact us on your wishes.
How do I carry all my luggage between activities and accommodations?
Jotunheimen Travel takes care of your luggage between the various accommodations and activities so you can enjoy your summer adventure with just a light backpack.
Luggage transport and handling are included in all our trips in Jotunheimen.
Experience Jotunheimen with us!