What to do and see in Fagernes, Eastern Norway: The Best Things to do

VALDRES FOLK MUSEUM The museum is one of the biggest and most beautiful open air museums in Norway. In the main building, you’ll find the information counter, a gift shop and exhibitions of folk costumes, folk art and the only exhibition of Norwegian langeleik in the country. During the winter we offer tours of the exhibitions. A guided tour last about an hour. Tours can be booked with guiding . LUNCH, DINNER OR A CUP OF COFFEE Please contact us for the menu and prices. The museum café is open all year. ITHE VALDRES MUSEUMS The Valdres Museums are leading in Norway in folk culture and non-materialistic cultural heritage. Their main focus is building preservation, folk music, instrument production and traditional folk costumes and textiles. The Valdres Museums consist of three museums and one burial place. The collection includes a total of 120 houses, 27.000 objects and 150.000 photos that form the basis for the knowledge and reflection about Valdres in the old days.

Our mission at Jotunheimen Travel is to make sure everyone will have access to the fantastic nature and experiences in the mountains of Norway. We offer everything from multi-day hiking and trekking tours in the mountains, to day trips in and around Jotunheimen.

The official travel portal for Valdres, with information about nature, destinations, accommodation, vacation, camping and events. Get inspired, plan and book your holiday in Valdres.Valdres provides good and lasting experiences! In summer, cycling, fishing in mountain lakes, hiking in Jotunheimen, paddle or ride. Perhaps you want to experience the local arts and culture in Valdres or visit some of the wonderful festivals? During winter, Valdres provides miles of groomed cross-country trails, several ski slopes, dog sledding and other exciting winter activities. The possibilities are many in Valdres. Valdres Tourist Office in Fagernes can give you information about activities, events, transportation, accommodation, etc. in Valdres and the surrounding areas. Free use of computer and internet. Bikes for rent. Opening hours 2013 SummerMonday–Friday: 8am–6pm, Saturday and Sunday: 10am–4pm Rest of the year: Monday to Friday: 8am–4pm

EXPERIENCE THE LIFE ON A MOUNTAIN FARM! 4 summer farms in the area of «Stolsvidda» in the municipality of Nord-Aurdal have joined forces in order to give their guests the ultimate summer farm experience. We offer: daily visits, visits with accommodation or summer farm holidays.    SUMMER FARM HOLIDAYS You can hike or cycle between the farm areas and visit the different summer farms. We can transport your luggage and/or cars between the farms. WHAT CAN WE OFFER: All the farms serve traditional light meals during the day and dinner in the evenings. Three of the summer farms have accommodation. At some of the farms you can observe the making of cheese, sour cream, yoghurt, cured sausage and other local products. All the farms have animals that love to be petted! Outside the fence, the cows and goats move around freely, and you can participate in the barn chores in the evening. Most of the farms also offer other activities. The farms you can visit are: - Rognastroe - Skjerpingstroe - Fodnestroe - ovre Ulnestroe