Fagerhaug: Hiking, Cross-Country Skiing and Skydiving

Fagerhaug can be explored through routes and activities with distinct character: a notable route passes through Langvelldalen to Orkelsjøen, a cross-country ski trail runs from the centre of Oppdal to Fagerhaug, and skydiving takes place at Oppdal Airport. If you are planning a holiday, you can consider whether hiking, cross-country skiing or skydiving should be the main focus. The different options give you concrete points to consider when choosing your destination and accommodation.

Hiking between Fagerhaug and Orkelsjøen

The route from Fagerhaug to Orkelsjøen through Langvelldalen is one of the area's notable transport and hiking routes. On the section between Fagerhaug and Orkelsjøhytta, you first follow a mountain farm track through Langvelldalen. The described route then continues along the road from Pikhaugsetrin to Orkelsjøen. This part therefore comprises two different sections.

The section between Fagerhaug and Orkelsjøhytta is not marked. According to the route description, however, it is easy to find; the description gives the route along the mountain farm track and then along the road to Orkelsjøen. If you include this hike in your trip, the distinction between a marked trail and route guidance in the description is a practical point to consider as you prepare.

Another hike passes through Langvelldalen and Olmdalen. Public transport is available both to the starting point at Fagerhaug and from the endpoint in Oppdal. The different endpoints may be relevant when planning: you can think of the route as a hike from Fagerhaug to Oppdal rather than solely as a circular walk returning to the starting point.

Winter routes and cross-country skiing

In winter, the route between Fagerhaug and Orkelsjøen can be covered on skis. This connection is also of interest to travellers looking to plan a winter outing during their stay. Hiking and skiing follow the same route here, while the cross-country ski trail offers another way to experience the area on skis.

The cross-country ski trail runs northeast from the centre of Oppdal, via Stølen, to Fagerhaug. The trail network can also be accessed from the Fagerhaug side. Fagerhaug is therefore not just the destination of a trail from Oppdal: it is also a possible starting point if you want to explore the cross-country ski network from this side.

Skydiving at Oppdal Airport

Skydiving is also one of Fagerhaug's special activities. Skydive Oppdal is based at Oppdal Airport in Fagerhaug. The drop zone used by NTNU Fallskjermklubb is also at Oppdal Airport. It has a one-kilometre-long runway and a large landing area.

NTNU Fallskjermklubb usually holds two to four skydiving courses in spring and two to four in autumn. Sometimes a summer course is added. If skydiving is one of your travel interests, these seasonal details provide an initial point of reference for planning when to visit. The courses are a distinct reason to travel, separate from the hiking routes and cross-country skiing, so you can consider them as a separate factor when choosing where to stay.

Fagerhaug as a starting point for your travel plans

Consider which of these options you want your trip to focus on, and choose Fagerhaug as your destination if its routes and activities suit your plans.

Another destination you can explore from here is Lønset.

For the broader travel overview: Oppdal.