Rustad: Cycling Routes and Swimming Area at Hurdalssjøen

Rustad offers two specific points of interest to help you plan your trip: cycling routes that end at the shop in Rustad, and a swimming area at Hurdalssjøen. The cycling routes differ in their course and the landscapes they pass through. By the water, the natural shoreline, the quieter location in the south of the municipality, and the opportunity to fish help you find your bearings.

Cycling routes ending in Rustad

The Hurdal Church–Rustad cycling route follows County Road 120 south on the west side of Hurdalssjøen. It ends at the junction by a shop in Rustad. The Sundby–Rustad route reaches the same shop after crossing the Hegga River and entering Hurdal municipality.

The Sundby–Rustad route offers a beautiful view of Hurdalssjøen, a lake almost two miles long. The two routes therefore have different distinguishing features: the Hurdal Church–Rustad route is defined by its road and southbound direction, while the Sundby–Rustad route is marked by the Hegga crossing and views of the lake. Both lead to Rustad, but the features of their routes differ.

Swimming area at Hurdalssjøen

Rustad swimming area is on Hurdalssjøen in the south of the municipality and has a natural shoreline. You can walk there from the residential area in Rustad. You can also fish there. If you are weighing up cycling and spending time by the water when choosing where to stay, these details offer two different ways to experience Rustad.

More activities in the Hurdal destination

The Hurdal destination has more than 40 lakes and bodies of water where you can swim, fish, and paddle. Another cycling option is the approximately 54 km Hurdalssjøen loop. It starts at Hurdalsjøen Hotell and goes around Hurdal’s largest body of water. This cycling loop is an option in the wider Hurdal destination, separate from the two routes leading to Rustad.

Hiking at Fjellsjøkampen

Fjellsjøkampen reaches 812 m and is the highest point in the former Akershus. Its summit is in Fjellsjøkampen Nature Reserve. Two marked routes lead to the top: a steeper 2.3 km route and a gentler 5.7 km route. The route lengths and different gradients give you specific points of comparison when choosing a hike, without implying a walking time or any further difficulty rating.

Skiing and trails in Hurdal

SkiHurdal’s seasonal offering includes 11 downhill runs served by 3 lifts, dedicated children’s slopes, and a toboggan run. There are also family runs, a racing course, a black run, ski cross, a small terrain park, and numerous forest trails. The ski facilities may change over time, so check the latest information before your visit.

Hurdal also has a well-developed network of cross-country ski trails. Minneåsen and Skrukkelia are particularly well known for good skiing, including lit trails and routes for both skating and classic skiing. Hurdal therefore offers a range of winter activities, from downhill runs to cross-country trails.

Cultural landscape and history in Hurdal

Hurdal Church stands at the end of Hurdalssjøen in a cultural landscape with several Iron Age burial sites. It was completed in 1681; its protection status is “Automatically listed (1650–1850).” The history of glassmaking is also part of Hurdal’s cultural heritage: according to a 1783 product list, the historic Hurdal glassworks produced at least 30 drinking-glass designs by Nøstetangen.

View the wider travel guide: Hurdal.