To make it easier for you to choose among the countless options, we recommend our selection of 30 family friendly walks all over Valdres. They are marked, easily accessible and most of them are suitable for baby carriers. Even the smallest feet can accomplish some of the walks by themselves, while others are a little more demanding.
The map shows where in Valdres the hikes are located. Look up the specific hikes in the list below and click for a tour description and a downloadable PDF fact sheet.
Stop by our Tourist Informations for brochures, detailed hiking maps and recommendations.
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Gråkampen 1595 masl
Vestre Slidre
Length: approx. 4.5 km one way Duration: approx. 2 hrs. up Elevation gain: 675 meters Suitable for children: from 7-8 yrs. GPS-coordinates starting…
Skjøld/Bergsfjellet 1577 masl
Vang
Hike onto a high plateau to an abyss with a breathtaking view down into the valley and to Jotunheimen's high peaks.
Length: ca. 4.5 km one way…
Ørneflag 1243 masl
Sør-Aurdal
Ørneflagg is the southernmost top in Valdres and the highest point in Sør-Aurdal County.
Directions: From the South: Drive on E16 to Nes i Ådal…
Utsikten 1485 masl / Skjenegge 1607 masl
Vang
Easy but rewarding ascend to the viewpoint "Utsikten" in the south-western part of Jotunheimen. Length: approx. 3 km one way Duration: approx. 1−1.5…
Fønhusstigen along the Kvervilljuvet
Sør-Aurdal
The Kverrvilljuvet is a fascinating gorge of the river Hølera. Length: ca. 2,5 km one way Duration: ca. 1−1,5 hrs up Hight difference: ca. 300…
Makalausfjellet 1099 masl
Sør-Aurdal
Makalaus is a child-friendly, fairly short and easy hike on open mountain terrain on the northern end of a mounain area that stretches south-east of…
Skaget 1685 masl, Langsua National Park
Øystre Slidre
Skaget (1685 m.a.sl.) is the highest mountain peak in Langsua National Park.
Directions Follow road 51 to Heggenes and exit towards Yddin (toll…
Espelifjellet 970 masl
Etnedal
Espelifjellet is a very short and easy hike for everyone, with a beautiful view over Etnedal.
Directions From Etnedal, drive up to Espelibygda…
Spåtind 1414 masl
Etnedal
Spåtind is the highest point on the Synnfjell massif and in the Etnedal county and a popular, easy hike with a great and wide view. Length: ca. 6 km…
Fjellenden 1145 masl
Nord-Aurdal
Length: ca. 3 km round trip Duration: ca. 1,5−2 hrs total Elevation gain: ca. 150 meters Suitable for children: high Parking: at Danebu old ski…
Beitostølen walking trails
Øystre Slidre
Recommended trails in Beitostølen
A number of trails were created by animals grazing in the hillside at a time when mountain farming still took…
Kviteberg 542 masl
Nord-Aurdal
Length: ca. 5 km total Duration: ca. 2-2.5 hrs total Elevation gain: ca. 200 meters Suitable for children: medium−high Parking: Fagernes centre,…
Grønsennknippa 1368 masl
Vestre Slidre
Family friendly hike in easy mountain terrain on a clear path. Length: approx. 4 km one way Duration: approx. 1.5 hrs. up Elevation gain: approx.…
Nøsakampen 1449 masl
Vang
Length: approx. 2.5 km one way Duration: approx. 1.5−2 hrs. up Elevation gain: 550 meters Suitable for children: from 5-6 yrs. GPS-coordinates…
Gilafjellet 1582 masl
Vestre Slidre
Moderately demanding walking (no climbing or scrambling) ascent. Fine view over lakes and mountains. Botanical Conservation Area. In poor sight it is…
Potholes at Kvitingen hike
Sør-Aurdal
The Potholes near Lake Kvitingen, also called Gjøgerlaugitn, are a truly unique, different kind of nature experience. The hike is family friendly and…
Tyinstølnøse 1386 masl
Vang
This is a short and family-friendly hike with a rewarding view of Tyin and Jotunheimen.
Length: approx. 2 km one way Duration: approx. 30–45 min…
Puttekollen (Valdreshornet) 509 masl
Sør-Aurdal
Length: ca. 1,5 km one way Duration: ca. 45−60 min up (from trail head) Elevation gain: ca. 200 meters Suitable for children: high Parking: along the…
Horntind (Hødntind) 1454 masl
Vang
Relatively easy hike with great view.
Length: approx. 5 km one way Duration: approx. 1.5 hrs. up Elevation gain: 400 meters Suitable for…
Mugnetinden 1739 masl
Øystre Slidre
Moderately demanding walking (no climbing or scrambling) ascent. Highly rewarding view from the summit towards Jotunheimen and Valdres. Tour…
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