Discover Dovreskogen

Dovreskogen brings together a range of discoveries: you can plan a short bike ride to Storrustbrua, choose hiking trails with views, or learn about historic building techniques at the Building History Park. When choosing where to stay, the main consideration is which experiences you want to focus on—outdoor activities or an excursion into building history.

Cycling routes for different day plans

The bike ride from Dovreskogen to Storrustbrua is an easy, family-friendly route of about 8 km round trip. It is also suitable for families with small children. The route starts at the Skogvang community hall near the E6. It follows quiet paved and gravel roads, passes the Vollheim campsite and reaches the Gudbrandsdalslågen. The approximate total distance and out-and-back format provide a clear guide for planning your day.

Another cycling option is the route from Skogsætrin to Høvringen. If you want to include different routes in your trip, you can consider this connection alongside the ride to Storrustbrua. The two cycling routes described are separate options; the route to Storrustbrua is specifically stated to be about 8 km round trip.

Hikes with different views

An easy circular hike from Skogsætrin leads to Vardhøe. It is about 4 km long and involves an elevation gain of 150 metres. From Vardhøe, there are views of Rondane and Jotunheimen. The approximate distance, elevation gain and named distant views make it easy to assess the hike.

The 15 km Dovreskogen–Budsjord stage offers a different experience: it passes through lush forest by Veslfjellet on its way to Solsidevegen. Along the way, views open up across the valley and towards the mountains on the opposite side. Those looking to include a longer hiking stage in their holiday plans will find a specific route length and landscape description here.

The hike through Ryddølsdalen starts in Dovreskogen on a gravel road north of the Ryddøla. It leads to the Ryddøla micro-hydropower plant and its water reservoir. Another route, the Ryddølsdalen route, offers views of Mount Jetta and the surrounding mountains on the opposite side of the valley. These viewpoints give each route its own connection to the landscape.

Building history and a local tale

The Building History Park in Dovreskogen comprises twelve buildings from different historical periods. They showcase the variety of historic building techniques. A tar kiln is usually fired there every year. Visitors can take part and learn about the production of kiln tar. The park also has a fire pit and water from the stream.

A route leads to the Pin-Anders stone in Dovreskogen. It starts at Solsidevegen, north of the Ryddøla, initially follows the Pilegrimsleden along the gravel road and then continues along a blue-marked route. The stone is linked to the story of Pin-Anders: he is said to have been declared an outlaw for murder around 1800 and to have hidden beneath the stone from his pursuers. This traditional tale is one of the area's distinctive historical stories.

Pilgrim routes in the area and region

Dovreskogen campsite offers cabins for pilgrims along the Gudbrandsdalsleden and is located by the Gudbrandsdalslågen. This is a specific type of pilgrim accommodation; when looking for a holiday apartment, choosing your preferred day trips remains a separate consideration.

In the wider region, the Pilegrimsleden pilgrim route runs between Otta and Oppdal. After Rosten, you can choose between the current route and the original route established in 1997. This alternative concerns the route taken along this section and complements the hiking and cycling options directly associated with Dovreskogen.

Other places for reference: Dombås, Dovre, Hjerkinn.

Go to the main travel overview: Dovre.