Etne- og Saudafjella is an excellent area for hut-to-hut trekking or longer stays at a single location. The mountain landscape features seven DNT cabins, each accessible within a day's hike.
Simlebu
Simlebu is the northernmost cabin in Etnefjella, and the first cabin you reach when hiking the SignaTUR Gullruta route from north to south.
DNT Cabin Booking
At hyttebestilling.dnt.no, you can view the cabin network on a map, check availability, and reserve accommodation for your upcoming trip.
Sandvasshytta is the oldest cabin site owned by Haugesund Turistforening. The original 1930 cabin was replaced by a new building in 2010. It is a large cabin situated directly by Lake Sandvatnet.
Important Checklist Before You Go
DNT cabins run on trust, volunteerism, and mutual respect. To ensure a fantastic experience for everyone, please remember:
Leave the Cabin Clean:
You are required to thoroughly clean and wash the rooms and areas you used before you depart.
Lock Up:
Ensure all windows and doors are shut before you leave the cabin.
Blomstølen is a cabin complex consisting of three buildings located next to the fishing lake Blomstølsvatnet.
Everything you need to know about staying at a DNT cabin
Who can use the DNT cabins, and do I need to book in advance? Here you will find answers to frequently asked questions about planning a cabin trip with DNT.
Storavassbu is situated by Lake Storavatnet, with the easiest access starting from Saudasjøen.
Løkjelsvatnhytta
The area features dramatic terrain, yet remains easily accessible for families with children.
DNT Has Cabins for Everyone
DNT offers cabins tailored for all types of people and every kind of trek! We have staffed lodges where delicious local meals are served to you, self-service cabins equipped with a fully stocked food pantry, and no-service cabins where you bring your own food.
Olalia is situated with views south toward the Hauganutene peaks. The complex consists of three buildings: Olalia Fjellstove, the safety cabin, and Olabu.
The Right to Roam
The Right to Roam (allemannsretten) allows us to travel and harvest in the countryside freely. However, this right comes with the duty to consider nature, landowners, and other hikers. By setting a good example and cleaning up after ourselves, we ensure that future generations can enjoy the same experiences we do today.
Enjoying the outdoors is a shared experience. Following these simple guidelines ensures that we protect nature and respect our fellow hikers.
Respect the Environment
Leave No Trace: Always practice "traceless travel." Carry out everything you bring in and leave the area exactly as you found it.
Protect Nature and History: Avoid damaging vegetation and keep a respectful distance from sites of cultural-historical value, such as stone ruins or burial mounds.
Do Not Disturb Wildlife: Maintain a respectful distance from birds and animals, especially during nesting and breeding seasons.
Respect Others
Keep the Peace: Many people hike to enjoy the silence. Avoid loud music or unnecessary noise that may disturb the tranquility.
Share the Trail: Be courteous and make room for others, whether you are walking, running, or cycling.
Respect Private Property: While the Right of Public Access is broad, always respect the privacy of those living in houses or cabins near the trail.
Outdoor life is more popular than ever, and more of us are heading out to experience nature, whether on day trips or overnight stays in tents and hammocks. But do you really know the "rules of the woods"? What exactly does the Right of Public Access entail? Are you allowed to swim from private piers?
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