Stryn between Hoven and Lovatnet
Accommodation in Stryn
In Lodalen, high mountains, dramatic waterfalls, intensely green Lovatnet and the glacier in the background shape the landscape. The valley lies west of Jostedalsbreen, and hiking and canoeing are possible here. Check local conditions for your planned activities before you travel.
Scenery, hikes and trails
Fishing is free at Lovatnet. Check local regulations before fishing. In Oldedalen, hiking options range from easy walks to more challenging mountain hikes. This range makes the type of hike you have planned a useful starting point for planning your day.
The Loen Skylift takes visitors nearly 1,000 metres up to a restaurant on the edge of Mount Hoven. The Via Ferrata Loen, by contrast, is a climbing route secured throughout by a steel cable, leading from the fjord to Hoven’s 1,011-metre summit. The two experiences therefore differ both in activity and destination. The Skylift’s operating hours vary by season; check the schedule when planning.
Gamle Strynefjellsvegen is a hand-built gravel road from Grotli in SkjĂĄk to Videseter in Stryn, and a distinctive route to drive. Parking is available close to Tvinnefossen; from there, you can experience the powerful waterfall up close.
Water and outdoor activities
Kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding and rowing are possible on the local waterway at Hjelle. At Oldevatnet, you can go kayaking and canoeing, as well as take relaxed boat trips; equipment can be rented at several points along the lake. Equipment availability may vary. Olden Active offers guided kayak trips and RIB rafting on the fjord from Olden; availability is seasonal. This lets you choose water activities based on the kind of experience you want: trips on the lake with possible equipment rental, or guided excursions from Olden.
The mountain biking trail network between Ullsheim and Stryn passes through gently rolling terrain with mountain pastures and views of the fjord and mountains. Trail conditions may vary, so factor this into your plans. Hydlaparken has treetop climbing courses, ziplines and a pump track. As individual facilities may change, check the latest information before visiting.
Culture and local history
The Jostedalsbreen Nasjonalparksenter in Oppstryn introduces visitors to the natural values, cultural heritage and history of people in and around Jostedalsbreen National Park. Briksdalsbreen has attracted travellers for more than 150 years and remains one of the region’s most visited natural attractions.
Singerheimen in Olden is an estate with distinctive green buildings and a lush garden. The estate’s history is also part of Singerheimen. Ask about current guided tour options before visiting. Segestad Farm offers insights into the lives of mountain farmers and can be reached from Glomnes Farm via an uphill path that takes about an hour. As trail conditions may vary, plan your route with local conditions in mind.
Gamlebutikken pĂĄ Hjelle is an old general store dating from 1882. Its offerings include afternoon tea, pizza, soup and lunch dishes, as well as local handicrafts, art and English porcelain. Opening hours may vary seasonally.
Plan your trip around your own interests
When choosing a hotel in Stryn, it helps to first prioritise the experiences you want to shape your trip: Hoven, hiking, water activities or cultural history. Match your plans to the places where they are available, then see which accommodation suits them. Buses run through Oppstryn, with connections to Stryn and onward to the east and west. If you plan to use these connections, check the schedule in advance, as service times may change.
Discover more destinations: Stryn, Olden, Utvik, Loen, Blaksæter, Oppstryn, Innvik, Hjelle, Briksdalsbre
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