Jotunheimen is one of the best known areas of mountains in Norway. Towering peaks, cascading waterfalls, ice-blue glaciers and beautiful valleys make this magical area of mountains a very popular destination in summer and winter alike.
Fannaråkhytta
At the peak of Mt. Fannaråken at 2068 m.a.s.l., Fannaråkhytta as Norway's highest situated tourist lodge can invite guests to a truly unique full service mountain stay. After a full day hike on foot on trail or accross Fannaråkbreen glacier, the warm lodge and three course dinner served by friendly hosts is very much appreciated by the guests.
Fondsbu is located in the impressive National Park Jotunheimen at lake Bygdin at Eidsbugarden, a historic tourist destination in the Jotunheimen mountains, ideal for hiking and other outdoor acitivites. The possibilities for hiking are almost unlimited, which makes this place a preferred destination for Norwegians as well as foreign visitors, many of them regular visitors coming back every year. This lodge is well known for its homely atmosphere, its friendly and welcoming host and staff, and the delicious scents of local produce being prepared for the next meal.
At the innermost end of lake Gjende you find Gjendebu lodge. You can only get to this secluded spot in the heart of Jotunheimen National Park, by foot or boat. This is DNT’s oldest tourist lodge, built in 1871 and history can be discovered in the cultural landscape surrounding the lodge. Today guests can get a feel of the past and at the same time enjoy a realively modern interior, when taking in the sights of the green lake, white cascading wateralls and towering mountains.
Gjendesheim lodge is surrounded by majestic Jotunheimen mountains, located at the foot of the famous Besseggen ridge and overlooking the scenic lake Gjende, offering a number of possibilities for both guided and self-guided activities.
Glitterheim is located at the foot of Mt. Glittertind in Jotunheimen National Park. You can get to the lodge by a day hike from the neighbouring lodges or by foot or bike up the Veodalen valley from the border of the National Park. This traditional DNT lodge has been in the care of the Vole family for generations, a legacy and history valued by the hosts Knut and Tone and shared with the guests through historic tales, cultural and food heritage.
Leirvassbu is one of Norway's big living rooms for mountain enthusiasts. Located in the heart of Jotunheimen, with over 50 peaks over 2000 meters in day trip distance, the place can offer unique nature experiences both summer and winter.
Skogadalsbøen is the place to experience the good old days in the mountains, in the middle of Jotunheimen. It is beautifully located in the Utladalen valley, below the peaks of Gjertvasstind and Fannaråken.
