Dale-Gudbrands Gard

Ringebu

Beautiful as the Gudbrandsdalen is, you shouldn't think that the area consists only of valleys empty of people. It is a living centre you will meet in Ringebu. The village of Ringebu is often called Norway's smallest town and has a modest population of around 4500 villagers. To get here you have to travel to the province of Oppland. You've probably heard of the ski slopes of Kvittfjeld located here, but you may not have heard that Ringebu is one of the cosiest villages you can visit in Norway. Here, the wooden houses have been protected and preserved and the tiny main street from 1899 has been turned into a pedestrian street. Here you will find several cosy little shops. You should visit Anni's sausage making, for example. In Ringebu you may also be lucky enough to find a market stall. Just check with the tourist office and you can look for wrought iron, antiques, books and other goodies in the stalls in Ringebu.

The most famous tourist destination in the area is Kvittfjeld Alpine Resort. But, in summer, when all the ski enthusiasts have retired, it is just as beautiful to walk around the whole Gudbrandsdalen valley. The landscape is characterised by valleys formed by rivers and glaciers. Start the car and drive around, stopping for a break or two at a rest area or inn. Alternatively, pack your hiking boots and set off with provisions in your rucksack.

Ringebu Stave Church

Ringeby Stavkirke is one of 28 preserved stave churches in Norway and one of the largest. It dates back to the Middle Ages and there are many local stories about this church. Among other things, there is a story about the church bell that was supposed to be moved to Oslo, but ended up at the bottom of Lake Mjøsa.

Ringebu Rectory

If you do find yourself in these parts during the summer, don't miss a visit to Ringeby Præstegård. This historic gem is open during the summer so passers-by can experience some of the best in Norwegian art, namely an exhibition by the artist Jakob Weidemann.

The vicarage served as a vicarage until 1991, when it was protected and restored to its original design from around 1743.

You will find Ringebu Rectory just north of Ringebu Stave Church in Ringebu municipality in Oppland.

Dog sledding and canoe trips in Gålå

In winter, canoeing is a popular activity in Gålå. The canoe trips give you a cosy and atmospheric experience. You sit comfortably in the canoe with torches, under nice warm reindeer skins. The beautiful horses love to take you on a tour of the beautiful winter landscape in Gålå. Dog sledding is another very exciting and interesting activity. Not many people have tried dog sledding before. The dogs pull the sledge in 6 or 8 buckets and you can either sit in the sledge or try to drive yourself. The incredible interaction between the dogs is an experience you will never forget. Here you will experience how enduring the dogs are and a clear ranking among the pack. The tours are a very special experience that is definitely worth taking on a winter holiday or just a mini break to try. They take about 30 minutes and are a short distance from the hotel.

Trip from Kvitfjell to Digeråsrunden

There are not many places in Norway where it is not possible to get a good hike, and here we can recommend the hike from Kvitfjell to Digeråsrunden which is a distance of 28 km and which is perfect for a day trip in the scenic mountain terrain.

Passing Fjellvei, Traktorvei and the old Ferdeselsvei and in Vannadalsvatnet there are several good resting places where you can rest your feet before continuing towards Digeråsrunden.

Kvittfjeld by bike

Find the active holiday at Risskov and go on either a summer or winter holiday with the whole family on a self-drive holiday to Norway. In winter you can ski in Kvittfjeld. But there is also the possibility of a beautiful experience in summer by cycling in Kvittfjeld whether you are into easier road cycling or want a more challenging ride on smaller trails. If you are a family with small children we recommend the Gumperunden. This is an easy route in the beautiful mountain landscape. If you are looking for more physical challenges, you can start with the route to Storfjeldet or cycle from Skardbua to Fagerhøj. A great way to plan an active holiday with child-friendly hotels, start at Risskov and find a hotel with a children's discount at Risskov.

Kvitfjell ski resort

Go on a ski holiday to Norway and have a wonderful snow-filled holiday in Kvitfjell, Norway. Find a cheap hotel break for the whole family at Risskov. There are also child-friendly hotels in the area, which are a great place to have an active holiday. Kvitfjell is a ski resort located in Fåvang, Ringebu municipality, about 45 minutes from Lillehammer. Kvitfjell was completed for the Olympics in 1994 and since then it has developed into one of the best and most beautiful ski resorts in Norway. During the 1994 Winter Olympics, men's and women's downhill and super-g races were held at the ski resort.

The ski resorts of Hafjell and Kvitfjell are connected by a free ski bus that takes about 30 minutes and together form the largest ski resort with a total of 73 km of slopes - all accessible with the same lift pass. The ski resort consists of 25 different runs and there are 11 lifts.

Kvitfjell is a place for ski enthusiasts with everything from the Olympic downhill to slopes for beginners. If it's stormy, there are also cross-country ski trails with a total length of 600 km.

Kvitfjell is known for having a high quality of its eateries, restaurants and afterskiing. All the fresh air and outdoor activity is guaranteed to give you a good appetite. You can find several restaurants and cafés, from the simple to the more sophisticated. Kvitfjell is a popular tourist destination both in summer and winter. Find a hotel with a children's discount or a cheap mini break at Risskov and get away in style and at your own pace.