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.
Is camping allowed at DNT cabins?
Yes. You are welcome to pitch a tent near all DNT cabins, but the rules may vary depending on the type of cabin:
Staffed Cabins
If you plan to camp near a staffed DNT cabin, we recommend contacting the cabin reception before pitching your tent.
Some cabins have designated camping areas, where you pay a fee to set up your tent. At other cabins, there may simply be rules about how close you can camp to the cabin.
Self- and no-serviced cabins
As a general rule, you should not pitch your tent closer than 150 meters from no-service cabins. This is to show consideration for guests who are staying overnight inside the cabin.
Do I need to book a tent pitch?
No, you do not need to book a tent pitch.
About the DNT cabins
DNT has 600 cabins across the norwegian mountains, forests, and coastline. Here you can learn about the different types of cabins, how the system works, and find practical information on how to use them.
Yes, but the rules differ depending on the type of cabin:
Staffed DNT cabins
If you pay for a tent pitch at a staffed cabin, you can usually use the cabin facilities, such as:
Showers
Toilets
Drying rooms for clothes
Buying dinner
Purchasing food or supplies
Want to Have Dinner?
At most staffed cabins, it is possible to order dinner, but you should contact the cabin reception well in advance of dinner service.
Self- and unmanned DNT cabins
If you are camping and want to use the cabin’s facilities, you must pay for a day visit. This can easily be done using the DNT-app.
Pay for food and accommodation with the DNT app
Use the DNT app to pay for accommodation and provisions at all unstaffed cabins. Select your cabin, register what you’ve used, and pay directly from your phone. Remember to download the app and log in before you head into the mountains to ensure it works offline.
If the cabin offers designated camping areas, you pay a fee per person for the tent pitch. See suggested prices
Self- and no-serviced cabins
If you use the cabin facilities, you must pay for a day visit. If you stay inside the cabin after 18:00, you will need to pay for overnight accommodation. See prices for self-catering cabins
General tips for camping near DNT cabins
Show consideration for guests staying overnight in the cabins.
Try to use shared facilities outside breakfast and dinner hours, when cabin guests need them most.
Pay for your tent pitch or day visit before setting up your tent.
Clean up after yourself.
Take your rubbish with you or use the cabin’s waste bins if available.
You are welcome to use the provisions store, but remember to register and pay using the DNT-app.
