You can easily get to these DNT cabins by public transport.
Do you want to go on a cabin trip, but don't have access to a car? Or maybe you want to travel more environmentally friendly to your hiking destinations?
There are many good reasons to travel by public transport on a cabin trip, and to help a little along the way, we have gathered a selection of cabins that you can just as easily get to by public transport, whether it is bus, train or boat - or a combination.
The cabins are spread out all over the country and vary in level of service and opening hours - so remember to check the cabins' own pages for information before planning your trip.
Trollvassbu is one of four cabins on the popular hiking trail from Snarbyeidet to Tromsdalen.
Northern Norway
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Lønsstua is the gateway to the mountain adventure on Saltfjellet with first-class hiking terrain in the area. You can get here by train to Lønsdal station, which is a short walk from the cabin. Open all year round.
Trollvassbu
Trollvassbu is nicely located by Trolldalen, with a view up to peaks and mountainsides where the snow lies for a long time. The cabin is a perfect starting point for trips on feet and skis, and Trollvatnet is close by with good fishing opportunities. You can get here by bus 450 from Tromsø to Snarbyeide followed by a 5 km walk to the cabin. Open all year round.
Take the trip to iconic Ekkertind from Vollasetra. Photo: Marius Dalseg Sætre
Trøndelag
Skorovasshøtta
In Grensesømmen in Skorovatn, Skorovashøtta is located in beautiful natural surroundings. The cabin is a good starting point for outdoor activities in the area. You can get here by train to Lassemoen and taxi for bus from there. Open all year round.
Græslihytta
Græslihytta is located under the forest border, high and free with a wide view of Tydalen and towards Hyllingen, Blåhammaren and Bringen on the other side of the valley. The road here involves a bus to Gressli in Tydal and a short, but steeply marked path to the cabin. Open all year round.
Vollasetra
Vollasetra is a beautiful farm farm located above Vollan Farm in Sunndal. The location makes Vollasetra a great place to start trips into Trollheimen, and to the iconic Ekkertinden. You can get here by bus to Gjøra followed by a short but steep path up to the cabin. Open all year round.
Eastern Norway
Sunset in beautiful autumn colours over Gjende close to Gjendesheim. Photo: Marius Dalseg Sætre
Fjellvang and Nydalshytta
With only a few meters in between, Fjellvang and Nydalshytta are easily accessible in Lillomarka. There are two homely cabins with electricity. The easiest way to get here is by Gjøviksbanen to Snippen station, then about 2.5km walk. Open all year round.
Fuglemyrhytta
Norway's most urban tourist cabin is beautifully located with a view of the Oslo Fjord and Nesoddlandet. The trip to the cabin is a great experience where you walk through old-growth forest that has not been cultivated for a hundred years. You can easily get here from Skådalen Metro Station. Open all year round.
Gjendesheim
The flagship cabin of DNT is beautifully located at one of the most important gateways to the eastern part of Jotunheimen. From here you can, among other things, walk the spectacular Besseggen or its little brother, Knutshøe. You can easily get here by bus to Gjendesheim bus stop. Gjendesheim is also part of the Green Card scheme, which gives you a gift card if you arrive by public transport.
Hallingskeid
The cabin is located in an open high mountain terrain suitable for visits in all seasons. There are many hiking opportunities in the area, both on foot, bike and skiing, with opportunities for both fishing and swimming. Here you can get straight to the door with the Bergen Railway to Hallingskeid Station. Open all year round.
Sota Sæter
Warm and idyllic, Sota Sæter is located in Breheimen with many good hiking opportunities. The area is characterized by strong contrasts between lush and green valleys, barren high mountain nature and glaciers. It offers good food traditions, a sauna and nature and cultural trails for the whole family.
Finsehytta
The newly renovated Finsehytta is a fantastic starting point for trips both south on Hardangervidda and north into Skarvheimen. The cabin is centrally located midway between Hardangerjøkulen and Hallingskarvet. You can get here by train straight to the door with the Bergen Railway to Finse station.
Haukeliseter
The mountain cabin is idyllically located with Hardangervidda to the north and Ryfylkeheiene and Setesdalsheiene to the south. The mountain lodge offers both simple and more advanced accommodation options and is the starting point for endless hiking opportunities. Haukeliekspressen takes you straight to the door of Haukeliseter Fjellstue. Haukeliseter is also part of the Green Card scheme, which gives you a gift card if you arrive by public transport. Open all year round.
Mule Varde
Mule Varde is a coastal trail cabin by the beautiful Eidangerfjord, which is run by DNT Telemark on behalf of Porsgrunn municipality. The tourist cabin is one of several buildings on the old stately country house Mule Varde. Bus (lines M2 and M3) from Porsgrunn railway station to Skjelsvik, stop Mule. From here it is a short walking distance, about 200 meters, to the cabin.
Øitangen
Øitangen is a coastal gem on the northern tip of Jomfruland in Telemark. Here you will find wonderful hiking surroundings, a beach and a pier, and you can take part in guided tours and rent a bike on the island. You can get to Øitangen by scheduled boat or taxi boat from Valle or Kragerø. Open all year round.
Several of the coastal cabins offer kayak rental. Here at Øitangen in Jomfruland. Photo: Marius Dalseg Sætre.
Southern Norway
Tømmerstø
Tømmerstø is located in pleasant surroundings by the sea in Kristiansand's eastern area. Here there are many nice hiking trails, swimming opportunities and boat transport to the islands in the Kristiansand archipelago. There is also the possibility of kayak rental. You can get here by bus from Kristiansand city center to Tømmerstø stop.
Furøya Guesthouse and the Tenant's House
Furøya is located in the middle of the Tvedestransfjord with beautiful, old buildings in an old cultural landscape. You can get here by taxi boat from Tvedestrand, Sagesund or Hagefjordbrygga.
The well-known sailing brand "Kinnaklova" is located in the west of the island of Kinn. On the island there is also a DNT cabin that you can get to by scheduled boat. Photo: Eivind Haugstad Kleiven
Western Norway
Cheek
Furthest west in the sea at Florø you will find the island of Kinn and the DNT cabin of the same name. Here you can experience both the medieval church, Kinnaspelet and nice hiking and paddling opportunities. You can get to Kinn by scheduled boat from Florø. From here it is 1 km to walk along a good gravel road. Open all year round.
Målsethytta
Right by Målsetevatnet is Målsethytta in idyllic surroundings. The area offers good hiking opportunities in summer and winter. From Fosse Vikafjell bus station it is a short walk of 1.1 km to the cabin. Open all year round.
Skarvheim
Skarvheim is easily accessible in Skarvheimen and is a great starting point for great walks in the area. The express bus takes you over Hemsedalsfjellet and stops just outside the cabin at the Breistølen bus stop. Open until 15 October.
Nordvikgården
On the island of Utsira outside Haugesund lies Nordvikgården. On the island there are nice hiking and cycling opportunities, as well as a bathing jetty and swimming pool for those who want to swim. You can get here by scheduled boat from Haugesund. Open all year round.
