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.
Publisert: 21. mars 2024
DNTs tilbud
Season
Winter: Mid/end of February (week 8) to May 1st
Summer and autumn: Mid-June (week 24) to first week of October (week 40)
By public bus from Oslo or with bus connection from Sogndal/Bergen.
Hikes, walks and sightseeing from Gjendesheim (1000 m.a.s.l)
Day hikes for hikers from the lodge:
Boat to Memurubu and hike the Besseggen ridge - An all year classic trail.
Summit hike to Besshøe (2258 m.a.s.l.)
Hike to Gjendehalsen (1143 m.a.s.l)
Hike to Bessheim via Gjendehalsen. Return the same route or round trip via Bessvatnet
Summit hikes with el-bike or car from Gjendesheim:
Gjendehøe (1257 m.a.s.l.)
Bitihorn (1607 m.a.s.l.). Car only
Heimdalshøe (1843 m.a.s.l.)
Sikkildalshøe (1774 m.a.s.l.)
Rasletinden (2105 m.a.s.l.)
Walks:
Walk alongside lake Gjende to Heimsand
A return walk or roundtrip on up the Gjendesheim hillside
Other activities and outdoor life enjoyment:
Fishing for inland trout. Rentals of gear, license and fishing tips: NOK 500 per person.
Canoeing on lake Gjende. Rentals of steady canoes with two paddles and life jacket: NOK 400 per day
Cycling tours from Gjendesheim. Rentals of electric bike, helmet and tool kit: NOK 790 per day.
Bike and hike the Norwegian Scenic Route Valdresflye. Hike to Fisketjernuten.
Pack rafting. Rentals of packraft with paddle, rucksack and life jacket: NOK 1000 per day.
Sightseeing from Gjendesheim
Heimsand is an idyllic spot alongside lake Gjende, with a lagune, stony beach and pastures surrounded by charming mountain birch trees. Ideal for enjoying your packed lunch.
Day tour by boat on lake Gjende. Enjoy as a cruise or take the boat to Gjendebu or Memurubu and return at a later time. Buy tickets: NOK
Sightseeing by electric bike or car from Gjendesheim:
The Norwegian Scenic Route Valdresflye
Day time services:
Kiosk by the reception serving cold and hot beverages, snacks and sweets.
Indoor escapes:
Gjendesheim has three living rooms where guests can relax and enjoy the sight of lake Gjende and the mountainous landscape.
We have playing cards, board games and books for guests to borrow (mainly in Norwegian).
Guest wifi
Winter in Gjendesheim
Surrounded by snowy mountains in abundance, Gjendesheim offer guided winter tours along Besseggen, summit hikes, courses and activities with trained and skilled guides. You may also rent randonnée skis, mountainskis, fatbikes and snowshoes – a perfect way to explore Norway's most popular mountains. Read more on the lodge web site
*DNT Full Board includes three course dinner, breakfast buffet and packed lunch and hot beverage on own thermos.
Rooms
We offer private rooms for travel companions: Subject to availability
5 single rooms
11 rooms with 4 beds
1 room with 6 beds
4 mixed dorms with 14 beds x1, 18 beds x2 or 26 bedsx1.
All guests must use a sleeping liner or sheets and covers for the beds with duvet and pillows. Rental of linen and towels is possible.
Shared guest facilities: toilets, shower room, drying room and living rooms.
More information
Shared guest facilities: toilets, shower room, drying room and living rooms.
The tradition of the DNT lodges is to be a safe refuge in the mountains and provide shelter and food to the Norwegian Trekking Association members and other mountain travellers. At the DNT lodges we offer beds, not rooms.
We strive to place travel companions in rooms of their own, but in busy periods our guests should expect to share room with other mountain travellers at the self-service cabins and some of our lodges.
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