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About Lillehammer and what we have to offer
Lillehammer – in the heart of Norway – is the ideal holiday destination for anyone in search of amazing adventures in the great outdoors. The town has some of the country's most spectacular scenery right on its doorstep, and Rondane, Jotunheimen and Langsua national parks are all within easy reach.
Excitement, action, relaxation, culture and shopping – Lillehammer and Gudbrandsdalen offer everything you need for a successful family holiday, summer as well as winter. This is where lifelong memories are made – on the slopes, on bicycle or by foot in our pristine Norwegian landscape.
Alpine skiing and snowboard
Hafjell is a 15-minute drive north of Lillehammer and just over a two hour drive from Oslo on the E6. Hafjell is Norway's 3rd largest alpine center. Hardly any other ski center in Norway has better accessibility or is easier to get to han Hafjell. You can also take public transport by train from Oslo via Oslo Airport. The train stops in Lillehammer with a corresponding bus to Hafjell Alpinsenter.
Cross-country skiing
If you enjoy skiing, Lillehammer is your perfect winter holiday destination. With over 2300 kilometres of prepared cross-country ski trails, people of all skill levels will find a terrain they are happy with – whether they are beginners or competitive skiers.
Olympic Bob and Luge track
Lillehammer can offer activities like dogsledding in the beautiful mountains, bob in the Olympic Bob and Luge track, skiing, rafting, visit our museums and cultural centers, such as the spectacular Maihaugen who will leave you enriched and inspired, the Hunderfossen Winter Park with its Snowhotel, Ice bar and Ice Cathedral - the experiences are boundless.
Maihaugen Museum
Maihaugen is Norway’s largest outdoor museum with more than 220 houses from as far back as the 13th century and until today. The scenery is beautiful at all times of the year. The museum shows tradition, history and way of life from different time periods. Come and take a part in journey back in time. Visit the people who lived before us and learn more about how they lived and what occupied them.
Lillehammer art Museum
Lillehammer Art Museum is located in a unique building designed by Snøhetta, in the center of Lillehammer. The museum is one of the nation’s leading art museums, and houses a collection consisting of approx. 1500 works by Norwegian artists dating from the 1800s and until today. The museum ́s permanent collection comprises Norwegian visual art from the 1800s up until today. It is considered one of the country ́s most im-portant art museums with particularly impor-tant and representative works from the years 1820 – 1930. The museum offers a wide-ranging educational programme including guided tours, lectures and other art events.
For more information: Official Tourist Information - Lillehammer and Gudbrandsdalen
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