There is something very special about lacing up your hiking boots and setting out on a hike. The silence, the fresh mountain air and the feeling of having nature close by – a mountain hike gives you room to breathe a little deeper. Whether you go long or short, alone or with others, it's all about the experience along the way. At Geilo you get just that: easily accessible mountain experiences, varied terrain and hiking opportunities suitable for all levels.
With accommodation at Kikut, you live in the middle of a popular hiking area, with a short distance to trails and mountains. Secure your stay and start your trip right outside the door.
Taking the kids on a mountain hike can be some of the nicest memories you create together. In Geilo there are many family-friendly trips with good trails, exciting nature and the right length.
Take small breaks, find a stream, throw rocks or enjoy a bite to eat with a view – it doesn't have to be far to be big. The mountain areas around Kikut are particularly suitable for families with children, with safe and clear surroundings.
For those who want a mountain hike near Oslo, Geilo is an obvious choice. In just 3 hours by train or car, you move from city life to the high mountains, where the pace slows down and nature takes over. This makes it easy to take a weekend trip or a slightly longer break from everyday life – without the journey itself being too demanding.
Norway is known for its spectacular mountains, but that doesn't mean you have to seek out the most demanding peaks to have a fantastic experience. Many of the finest mountain hikes are just as much about tranquility, views and good trails that lead you through the landscape. Geilo is a perfect starting point for mountain hikes in Norway - with plateaus, mountains and valleys gathered in one place. Here you can choose between easy walks in gentle terrain or longer trips with a little more challenge.
What really lifts the mountain trip is having a good place to come back to. After a day out in the fresh air, it tastes extra good to relax, lower your shoulders and enjoy the tranquility.
If you book accommodation at Kikut, you stay in the middle of the hiking area. Here you can start your trip right outside the door, without having to plan transport or logistics. You get more time in nature – and more time to enjoy.
With comfortable surroundings and proximity to the mountains, everything is in place for a holistic experience.
Sherpa stairs 1594m above sea level
Level of difficulty: Medium
Length: 3.4km
Duration: 2h
Start: Prestholtseter
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Geilohovda/Pilvegen 1065m
Level of difficulty: Medium
Length: 5.7 km
Duration: 2h.
Start: Slaatta/Dr. Holms
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Urundberget 1216m above sea level
Level of difficulty: Medium
Length: 13.8 km
Duration: 6h
Start: Tuftelia
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Hotel California on Glitreberget
Level of difficulty: Easy
Length: 6.4 km
Duration: 3h 30 min
Start: Skurdalen
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