Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Access from the southwest is via multiple hairpin bends climbing up beyond the treeline
to Turtagrø, with a stirring view of the Skagastølstindane mountains on your right. If
you're coming from Lom, the ascent is more gradual, following beautiful Bøverdalen, the
valley of the Bøvra River, with its lakes, glacial rivers, grass-roofed huts and patches of
pine forest. The road summit on Sognefjell offers superb views.
The snow sometimes doesn't melt until early July, although the road is usually open
from May to September. The road can get very narrow and snow is often piled metres high
on either side. Ample camping and other accommodation options line the road.
Although this road is mainly traversed by motorised transport, the Sognefjellet Rd has
legendary status among cyclists and frequently appears on lists of the world's most spec-
tacular cycle routes. It's a serious undertaking that requires high levels of fitness and per-
fect brakes.
From mid-June to late August, a daily bus runs between Lom and Sogndal (Nkr250, 3½
hours) via Sognefjellet Rd.
Mímisbrunnr Klimapark & Istunnel
TUNNEL
guided tours 10.30am &
2pm late Jun-late Aug, weekends only late Aug-mid-Sep)
Close to the Galdhøpiggen Summer Ski Centre, this 70m-long ice tunnel has an exhibition
on the region's natural history and climate change. Buy your tickets online at least 24
61 21 15 50;
www.juvasshytta.no
; per person Nkr380-500)
.
Turtagrø to Øvre Årdal
SCENIC DRIVE
The 33km toll mountain road between Turtagrø and the industrial town of Øvre Årdal is
one of Norway's most scenic short drives. Open from late May to October, it runs above
the treeline through wild and lonely country. From late June to late August, the route is
served by two daily buses. The vehicle toll (Nkr75) is collected by a gatekeeper at the pass
(1315m).
Randsverk to Fagernes
SCENIC DRIVE
