Articles: Nice to know about the norwegian mountains

Do you want to go on your first hike, but feel unsure about where to start with planning and gear? Here is our best advice for those new to the outdoors.

The mobile phone can be a useful aid on a hike, but you cannot rely on it in all situations or areas.

In winter, many of the most commonly used routes in the mountains of southern Norway are marked with birch twigs (“limbing”). These routes are set by experienced locals who know where it is safest and best to travel in winter conditions.

Planning is not only an inspiring and enjoyable part of preparing for a trip — it is also essential for safety. Here are our tips for your planning.

Register your trips in our digital trip registration function! Collect mountain peaks, cabins and other hiking destinations all over the country with SjekkUT in the UT app.

Do you have any questions? Choose a topic below to find answers regarding DNT, our cabins, guided tours, and Norwegian outdoor life in general.

Ski touring and steep skiing are becoming increasingly popular. But do you know how to reduce avalanche risk, what equipment to bring, and what decisions to make along the way? Here is a practical introduction to safer travel in avalanche terrain.

DNT aims to make outdoor life accessible to everyone — including those who want to bring their four-legged friends. We are continuously working to improve facilities for dogs at DNT cabins, but the offer varies between cabins and member associations.

Are you dreaming of a cabin to cabin trip in the winter mountains, but are unsure how to do it? Here's some useful tips and advice for planning and carrying out the trip.

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DNT facilitates an inclusive outdoor life and therefore welcomes everyone who wants to camp at our cabins. However, some guidelines apply, both when camping by our staffed, self- and unserviced cabins.

You should always assess the ice before you go out and while you are hiking. Not sure? Walk around! Here are some tips.