8-Day Mjølkevegen Grand Tour: Norway’s Ultimate Cycling Adventure

Day 1: Arrival at Lemonsjø Fjellstue

• Travel from Oslo to Lemonsjøen by bus.
• Settle into Lemonsjø Fjellstue and prepare for the upcoming journey.

Day 2: Lemonsjøen to Ruten

• Distance: 59 km
• Elevation Gain: 750 meters
• Cycle through Murudalen's wooded terrain, following mesmerizing rivers to the village of Skåbu.
• Continue to Ruten Fjellstue for an overnight stay.

Day 3: Ruten to Bygdin

• Distance: 63 km
• Elevation Gain: 870 meters
• Follow the Jotunheimvegen, cycling from Espedalen's forests to the open mountain landscapes above the treeline.
• Pass numerous summer farms and the expansive Lake Vinstra, with views of Jotunheimen's peaks.
• Overnight at Bygdin Høifieldhotell.

Day 4: Bygdin to Tyinkrysset

• Hiking Option: Ascend Synshorn (1-2 hours, 5 km, 450 meters elevation gain) for panoramic views of Jotunheimen.
• Boat Ride: Cruise on Lake Bygdin aboard the historic M/B Bitihorn to Eidsbugarden.
• Cycling: From Eidsbugarden, cycle along Lake Tyin, with an optional detour into Koldedalen to view iconic peaks like Falketinden and Uranostinden.
• Descend to Tyinkrysset and stay at Filefjellstuene.

Day 5: Tyinkrysset to Syndinstøga

• Distance: 53 km
• Elevation Gain: 974 meters
• Cycle through varied terrains, including mountain passes and serene valleys, en route to Syndinstøga.
• Experience local summer farm culture along the way.

Day 6: Syndinstøga to Gomobu

• Distance: Approx. 25 km
• Cycle over Grønnsen Jaslangen, with a short section where you may need to walk your bike.
• During July and August, visit open summer farms to enjoy local food and interact with animals.
• Overnight at Gomobu Fjellstue.

Day 7: Gomobu to Kamben

• Distance: Approx. 26 km
• Return to Kamben, cycling through serene landscapes and enjoying the fresh mountain air.
• Overnight at Kamben Høyfjellshotell.

Day 8: Departure

• After breakfast, depart from Kamben Høyfjellshotell.
• Transfer to Fagernes and continue your journey back to Oslo.