Venabu, Norway

Venabu Cross Country Ski Map
Ylläs cross country ski map
Cross Country Ski Tracks and Routes

There are well grooms trails all around the area which also off track options. The Venabu Fjellhotell and local community prepare an excellent network of ski trails around and over the mountains of the area. You can ski straight from the hotel.

Venabu Cross Country Ski Routes
  • Dynjefjell - 10-14 km

    Varied trail in  birch forest and open plateau. You can take this trip from any of the hotels and cabins. Waypoints include  Nausterhaugen and then around Dynjefjell via Fjellmillom, returning via Lundtjønn and Granhaugen.

    Link to online map

  • Forbundsfjell - 7 km

    A round trip trail that goes over the summit of Forbundsfjellet and the rewards are excellent views. The terrain includes one steep ascent/descent and is mostly in the birch forest. Link to online map

  • Fremre Uksan - 10-14 km

    Lovely trail in the open mountains with some steep climbs and descents. Trail  follows waypoints: Øygardseter – Bøllia – Fremre Uksan – Dørhøgda – Kvanndalen – Flaksjøen and return to  Spidsbergseter, Venabu or Lundes. Gentle climb from Bøllia, then steep towards Dørhøgda before nice descent from there. A bit trickier descent through Kvanndalen to Flaksjøen then flat terrain to return.

    Link to online map

  • Indre Uksan - 12 km

    This trail  ventures into the National Park. It’s a sheltered ascent through Kvanndalen from the lake at Flaksjoen. The view is quite spectacularly at the top, maybe you’ll even see some reindeer. At Dørhøgda, take the trail left to Indre Uksan and return via  Fremre Uksan – Bøllia – Øygardseter. The trail crosses no roads or open streams and is a great trail in untouched nature. Some lovely downhill sections in well prepared trails.

    Link to online map

  • Kyrkjegardsfjell - 6 km

    Sheltered trail in the forest with mostly undulating terrain. Start from the top of Langbakken.

    Link to online map

  • Svartfjell Rundt - 10-14 km

    Fantastic trail, but requires good technique. The trail includes part birch forest, and open mountain and includes good views of the Rondane mountains. Go via the waypoint at Nausterhaugen and around the mountain via Fjellmillom. Steep uphill from Fjellmillom. The descent from the summit is steep down to Flaksjoen but fun for experienced skiers.

  • Trabelifjell - 10 km

    This route can be extended with other routes.

    Starting at Lundes, the trail goes via waypoints: Granhaugen – Lundtjønn – Svarttippa – Rauhaugen – Trabelia and returns via Langbakken  –Rondevegen.


    At Trabelia you have a choice to go steeply up and down over the Trabelia summit or cross the road and go around it.


    Varied and fun terrain with great trails. For the most part in sheltered forest, which after snowfall will see you looking for trolls round every corner.

    Link to online map

  • Trimløpa 6 km circuit

    Start at Venabu. The trail is sheltered by the birch forest and is perfect for a windy day. Cross the road to Myvegen and then right at  Myåsen. Gentle terrain to Moaseter and return to Venabu crossing the road.

    Link to online map

  • Trolløypa to Øksendalen - 25 km

    This trail  goes through open mountain terrain. Cross the road at Øygardseter or Saltashaugen and follow the signposts to Øksendalen.

    If you wish to be collected at the other end, contact one of the hotels or cabin owners.

    If you’re up for a real expedition, then it is possible to ski the full length of the Troll løypa trails from Høvringen to Lillehammer.

    Link to online map

The mountains of Norway's Peer Gynt region are ideal for cross-country skiing. This area enjoys stable weather conditions, beautiful scenery and perfectly prepared trails. It's a great region for intermediate skiers looking to hone their technique on a point-to-point journey. With views of some of Norway's most well known mountains, you can ski with great scenery around you and a comfortable hotels at the end of the day.

 

The Peer Gynt Løype (trail) was named after the Norwegian hero, who lived in Sødorp by Vinstra and was brought to life by Henrik Ibsen in his fictional tale. Sødorp is the highest village in Norway to be occupied all year round. The character is celebrated every year in August with a festival, and the legend of Peer Gynt lives on in today's modern Norway.


You can read more information on The Peer Gynt trail on the Long Distance Trails page.

Where to Stay


The Venabu Fjellhotel lies in the middle of a wide open plateau surrounded by rounded peaks. There are a collection of lakes & streams and in the middle of this gentle plateau there are deep gorges & high waterfalls. It’s an easy area to get around with well marked trails.  The hotel is highly recommended by UK skiers for good food and a friendly hotel.


You can book directly with them and build your own trip, or choose a package from one of the tour operators below. There are 56 ensuite rooms, six of which are suitable for wheelchair users. Rooms are simple and comfortably furnished with the traditional colors and fabrics of a mountain hotel. There is free WiFI throughout the hotel. Or choose a cabin (3 with saunas). Combine an informal cabin holiday with the advantages of the hotel nearby as the Fjellhotell is a couple of minutes’ walk away. Cabin guests can join meals in the hotel dining room, for à la carte meals and for snacks. Every Wednesday, during the main holiday seasons, the hotel serves its special dinner: ‘A Taste of Norwegian Tradition’.

Cross Country Ski Rental



Ski rental  is available through the hotel and you can also book instruction.

Cross Country Ski Races



The Lillehammer Troll ski marathon starts near to the hotel, so is a good place to base yourself.

Tour Companies who feature Venabu

Feature the Troll Trail with luggage transfer & hotels

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