Sel: Discover Mountains, Trails and Culture

Part of Rondane National Park lies in the municipality of Sel. At 2,138 metres, Storronden is the municipality’s highest mountain peak. This means that part of a national park and the elevation of an individual peak are two distinct natural features. When planning your trip, you can consider them separately: the landscape of the national park and Storronden as a specific mountain.

Hiking trails, cross-country ski trails and a specific route

The mountain areas of Sel have an extensive network of hiking trails and cross-country ski trails; its size may change over time. Hiking and cross-country skiing offer different ways to explore the area. The Gudbrandsdalsleden adds a specific route to the trail network: it passes through Sel on narrow paths along the Gudbrandsdalslågen towards Dovre. The route offers beautiful scenery and views across the valley. For planning, the distinction is useful: the trail network offers hiking and cross-country skiing in the mountain areas, while the Gudbrandsdalsleden follows a specific direction and offers views across the valley. You can consider whether to choose between the types of trails or make a specific route the focus of your trip.

Rafting on the Sjoa

The river names relate to different trip ideas: the Gudbrandsdalslågen accompanies the Gudbrandsdalsleden, while the Sjoa has rapids for rafting. The sections range from easier stretches for beginners to more demanding challenges and cater to participants of all experience levels. This puts a river activity alongside the trails and ski tracks in the mountain areas. If rafting is part of your trip, check availability with the operator and review the relevant conditions before travelling.

Culture in Sel

Heidal Church is a listed church in Sel. Bjølstad Chapel currently has about 70 seats. Jørundgard in Sel was originally built as a film set for “Kristin Lavransdatter”. These cultural sites each have a different point of interest: Heidal Church is notable for its listed status, the chapel for its approximate seating capacity, and Jørundgard for its origins as a film set. For culture enthusiasts, this film history offers a different way to explore the area than its churches.

Norwegian cuisine in Høvringen

In Høvringen, Putten Seter’s mountain café serves traditional Norwegian cuisine. This is a specific culinary option for travellers who want to include local cuisine in their trip planning alongside scenery and activities.

Start your hotel search with the reason for your trip

When looking for a hotel in Sel, you can start by deciding what kind of experiences you want to shape your trip. You can then tailor your search to that purpose. This way, your choice of accommodation starts with your plans for the stay rather than with a general hotel category.

Discover more destinations

Discover more destinations: Mysusæter, Høvringen, Heidal, Otta, Sel, Skjåk, Gausdal, Øyer.

See the overview of the wider region: Oppland.