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Questions and answers about DNT's offer in Oslo

Oslomarka offers many opportunities all year round, close to the city center. DNT has over 40 cabins in Oslomarka, 2700 km of blue-marked trails and DNT trips are organized almost every single one. Below are frequently asked questions and answers.

Published: September 17, 2024
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How do I get into the cabins?

DNT key

All the unmanned cabins in Oslomarka are locked with a standard DNT key. The key is for DNT members only. 

Special key

Nydalshytta, Mustadkroken and Langøyene are locked with a special key/code lock. Read on UT.no about the cabin you are renting for information about the key. 

Serviced cabins

The serviced cabins Sæteren gård and Kobberhaughytta have their own managers and are not locked. Information about activities, accommodation and opening hours can be found on their website. 

DNT-nøkkelen

DNT-nøkkelen er for mange den viktigste medlemsfordelen med tilgang til rundt 400 hytter. Om du er medlem av DNT kan du deponere på nøkkelen og beholde den så lenge du har et gyldig betalt medlemskap.

Du kan kjøpe DNT-nøkkelen i vår nettbutikk, eller på et av disse utsalgsstedene.

Do I need to pre-book my stay?

Yes, all the unmanned cabins in Oslomarka must be pre-booked before you travel and spend the night at the cabins. Day visits are allowed, but must leave the cabin before 18:00. 

Can I bring my dog to any of the cabins in the field?

Yes, there are several cabins in the field where it is adapted for dogs. 

These cabins are allowed with dogs

What does it cost to stay in a forest cabin?

The price depends on what type of cabin it is, what age category, and whether each individual is a member or not. There are discounted prices for members. Please note that at least one person in your party must be a member, although it is possible to pre-book everyone as a "non-member" in the booking system. This is due to the fact that only members can be holders of the DNT key. 

See prices for the forest cabins

I want to cancel an overnight stay in the woods - how do I do that?

Do you want to cancel?

You can easily cancel your stay via my page in our booking system

You can also contact the Info Centre at info.oslo@dnt.no. You will be refunded in accordance with the cancellation policy of the account you paid with. 

Is there food in the unmanned forest cabins?

At the unmanned forest cabins there is no food, you have to bring it yourself. However, there are cups, vessels, pans, saucepans, gas, firewood, knives and forks.

Which cabins are suitable for school classes or other large groups?

DNT Oslo and the surrounding area has the cabins Nydalshytta, Mustadkroken, and Langøyene, which are especially suitable for larger groups. These cabins have several beds and you book the cabin in its entirety. Please note that these cabins are locked with a special key and have their own prices. Bøvelstad, Katnosdammen and Fjellvang are also suitable for large groups. Information about access, prices and other useful things can be found on UT.no. To book the cabin at school class price, you must contact the tour information. For all other groups, the cabin is booked online. 

Where can I camp or sleep in a hammock in the field?

You can spend the night anywhere in the field as long as you take into account the right to roam. The general rule if you are going to set up camp is to have a distance of at least 150 meters from a private area. Along the lakes in the field, there are often perfect conditions for overnight stays all year round. Many people like to stay on one of the many hills (peaks) in the field.

I will spend the night in a tent, but want to live close by and use the toilet and kitchen for a DNT cabin. Is that okay?

Yes, if you want to spend the night close to a DNT cabin to be able to use the facilities there, then you have to make up your mind and sign up for the cabin protocol. It is not possible to pre-book a tent pitch with the use of facilities, but you settle by paying with Vipps. If you do not have Vipps, you can send an e-mail to the trip information, and we will send you an invoice afterwards. 

I want to rent the entire cabin. Is it possible?

You can rent and pay for all the beds in the cabin and not fill them up, but you must expect that this does not give you exclusive rights to the cabin. 

There are also several cabins where you can only book the entire cabin. This is our overview of all the cabins. 

See an overview of all the cabins in Marka

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