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Osterdalen

Valley · Innlandet, 🇳🇴 Norway
Time zone Europe/Oslo
Osterdalen

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Østerdalen Essentials

Østerdalen follows Norway’s longest river, the Glomma, through a landscape of dense pine forests and dramatic geological formations. This collection highlights the region's cultural and natural landmarks, including the medieval stone architecture of Ringsaker kirke and the 2.4-kilometer-long Jutulhogget canyon. Visitors can explore the heritage of rural Norway through preserved 1950s interiors at Glopheim Kafe, the megalithic Tolvsteinsringen stone circle, and the Norsk Elgsenter, which focuses on the ecology of the local moose population.

10 places

Wetland and Bog Trails

This collection highlights the expansive peatlands and bogs characteristic of the Østerdalen landscape. These wetland ecosystems serve as critical habitats for diverse bird species and are known for producing cloudberries in late summer. During winter, many of these areas, such as those near Gåstjernet, host groomed cross-country ski trails, while summer offers soft-terrain hiking through birch-lined marshes and nutrient-rich fens.

12 places
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Scenic Peaks and Hills

This selection highlights prominent peaks and hills across the Østerdalen and Innlandet regions, ranging from the 1,755-meter Søre Sølen to the forested heights near Gjøvik and Lillehammer. The list includes diverse terrain, such as Akselvola, a recognized site for paragliding, and several 'varden' hills traditionally used for navigation. These locations provide vantage points over Lake Mjøsa, the Glomma river valley, and the high-altitude plateaus of Øyerfjellet.

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Wilderness Huts and Shelters

This collection features diverse wilderness accommodations across the Østerdalen region, ranging from architecturally unique treehouses in Ringsaker to historic mountain dairy farms in Rendalen. The list includes free, basic shelters like Steinhytta and Samtjernsbua, which provide essential protection for hikers and skiers, alongside traditional timber chalets and managed cabins like Vollkoia, which serves as a central hub for the local cross-country skiing network.

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Scenic Waterfalls & Lakes

This collection highlights the diverse water systems of the Østerdalen region, featuring major waterfalls like the 25-meter Tegningfallet and industrial landmarks such as the Høyeggadammen diversion dam. The list includes expansive lakes like Storsjøen, known for large-growth trout and depths reaching 300 meters, alongside specialized fishing pools in the Glomma river like Jokumshølen and Krokhølen. These sites represent the natural cascades, regulated reservoirs, and primary fishing habitats of eastern Norway.

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Osterdalen — Map

Osterdalen — Map

Climate & when to visit

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Typical weather in January

Poor
  • -5° (feels like -10°) · extremes -20°–2°
  • -11° at night
  • 15 rainy days
  • 0 sunny days
  • 1 hour of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 0 · low
  • 6 hours of daylight

Typical weather in February

Poor
  • -4° (feels like -9°) · extremes -20°–2°
  • -10° at night
  • 13 rainy days
  • 4 sunny days
  • 3 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 0 · low
  • 9 hours of daylight

Typical weather in March

Poor
  • -1° (feels like -5°) · extremes -17°–3°
  • -8° at night
  • 13 rainy days
  • 10 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 1 · low
  • 11 hours of daylight

Typical weather in April

Poor
  • 4° (feels like 0°) · extremes -10°–11°
  • -3° at night
  • 13 rainy days
  • 12 sunny days
  • 9 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 3 · moderate
  • 14 hours of daylight

Typical weather in May

Poor
  • 11° (feels like 8°) · extremes -4°–20°
  • 2° at night
  • 17 rainy days
  • 7 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 4 · moderate
  • 17 hours of daylight

Typical weather in June

Fair
  • 16° (feels like 14°) · extremes 2°–23°
  • 7° at night
  • 19 rainy days
  • 5 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 4 · moderate
  • 19 hours of daylight

Typical weather in July

Good
  • 18° (feels like 17°) · extremes 6°–25°
  • 10° at night
  • 21 rainy days
  • 4 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 4 · moderate
  • 18 hours of daylight

Typical weather in August

Fair
  • 17° (feels like 16°) · extremes 5°–23°
  • 9° at night
  • 20 rainy days
  • 4 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 3 · moderate
  • 16 hours of daylight

Typical weather in September

Poor
  • 13° (feels like 10°) · extremes 0°–18°
  • 6° at night
  • 16 rainy days
  • 4 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 2 · low
  • 13 hours of daylight

Typical weather in October

Poor
  • 5° (feels like 2°) · extremes -6°–11°
  • 0° at night
  • 17 rainy days
  • 3 sunny days
  • 3 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 1 · low
  • 10 hours of daylight

Typical weather in November

Poor
  • -1° (feels like -5°) · extremes -15°–6°
  • -6° at night
  • 15 rainy days
  • 0 sunny days
  • 1 hour of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 0 · low
  • 7 hours of daylight

Typical weather in December

Poor
  • -4° (feels like -9°) · extremes -20°–2°
  • -10° at night
  • 15 rainy days
  • 0 sunny days
  • 1 hour of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 0 · low
  • 5 hours of daylight

Climate data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
Norwegian Krone NOK kr · Card payments · Widely accepted
Electricity
Type C / Type F
230 V · 50 Hz
Languages
Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk
Tap water
Safe to drink
Driving side
Right
Calling code
+47
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Tours & Activities

Jutulhogget
Drive
Stor-Elvdal Church
Drive
Norsk Elgsenter

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