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Hotel facts
Location In a rural setting near the Jotunheimen National Park . Annual opening All year Closest airport Oslo Distance from airport About 4 hours by car Sports nearby Hiking , rafting , canoeing , river boarding . Out and about nearby Situated in Eastern Norway between Oslo , Bergen and Trondheim , Jotunheimen National Park covers an area of roughly 3,500 square km and is home to some of the most famous hiking trails in the country . The area was originally known as the Home of the Giants in Norse mythology due to the fact that Norway ’ s 23 highest mountains are all located within its borders . The two highest of these are also the focal points of two of Norway ’ s top three
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most iconic hikes . A popular starting point for the Galdhøppigen hike is Spiterstulen Mountain Lodge , which lies 1,100 metres above sea level . Jotunheimen is home to over 50 marked trails and you will find roughly 70 more in the surrounding area , meaning there is something to suit all ages and ability levels . On the opposite end of the altitude scale , the Dumma Valley features a series of labyrinthine caves home to narrow passageways and underground waterfalls carved out by the River Dumma . Other popular activities here include climbing and rafting . The River Sjoa is considered the best river in Norway for rafting , and there are also options to go canyoning and river boarding on the crystal blue waters . The town of Lom is a picturesque settlement famous for its striking Stave Church , which is one of the biggest of its kind and dates from 1158 . |
Facilities at the hotel
Restaurant , art collection , wine tasting
Accommodation
Number of rooms 90 rooms . All rooms have private shower and wc . The rooms tend to be small due to the age of the building . Standard Room Located in the buildings around the central courtyard . Modern Room Located in the hotel ’ s central building as well as the attached buildings . Apartments At Omongard farm , about 300 metres from the main buildings . There are eight apartments that can accommodate between 2 and 6 people . Each apartment is equipped with own kitchenette .
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ELVESETER HOTEL EXH46347 Expressions Holidays includes scheduled flights London to Oslo return in economy , group C hire-car , bed and breakfast based on two people sharing a double or twin room .
Price guide per person based on sharing a Standard room 7 nights from about £ 1,950
These prices are a guide only and do not take into account any special offers or peak season supplements . The best possible price will be put together for you at the time of enquiry .
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Activities
Mountain walking and climbing Galdhoppigen at 2,469m is the highest mountain in Norway and trips can be arranged with Juvasshytta as the starting point . Group hikes can be arranged from 1 June until 15 September . There are adult and child prices ( from 7 years only ) of about NOK 380 per person . Other popular destinations incldue Gittertind , Besseggen and Kyrkja by Leirvassbu . Summer skiing Galdhoppigen summer ski centre is about 30 minutes ’ drive from Elveseter . It is a modern ski centre with ski equipment rental . Climate park At the foot of Galdhoppigen
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you can visit the Climate Park , which provides guided tours through the park and a 60 metre long tunnel under the ice that is 6000 years old . Climbing park Galdhoppigen climbing park is about 15 minutes ’ drive away from Elveseter . The park has different climbing routes for different abilities , including for adults and children . Rafting Rafting is possible on the Sjoa river . The hotel can suggest the local companies to book through . Choice of quieter family trips or ones on wilder water . Fishing Fishing takes place in numerous fishing lakes in the mountains , where you can catch mountain trout . Fishing licences are |
mandatory but can be arranged . Glacier hikes Experience the glaciers at close hand with walks accompanied by certified guides . The hike will be organised according to experience and ability . Horse riding At Raubergstulen , about 15 minutes from Elveseter , guided tours on Icelandic ponies can be arranged . |