Setesdal

Thanks to its location and climate, the entire Setesdal valley enjoys long and stable winters. From wide, open expanses to floodlit trails through the forest, you are guaranteed to find your own skiing paradise.
If you prefer hitting the slopes, Hovden, in the northern part of the valley, is the largest alpine centre in the region.

Photo: Øyvind Salvesen

Ski touring in Setesdal

Setesdal is known for its steep mountainsides, rising from the valley floor and…

Photo: Øystein Kvanneid

Alpine skiing in Setesdal

Choose between numerous pistes of varying difficulty, check out the terrain parks and…

Photo: Øystein Kvanneid

Cross country skiing in Setesdal

Hovden, located 850 metres above sea level at the top of the Setesdal valley…

Dog sledding near Hovden

Haukeli Husky offers dog sledding from Tjønndalen in Arabygdi daily during the…

Skating rink at Hovden

The skating rink is located next to the Hovden badeland (aqualand). It is…

A snowshoe adventure

Anyone who masters the art of walking, can use snowshoes. Modern snowshoes do not…

Hovden Waterpark

Hovden Waterpark is an eldorado for children as well as adults, with activities…

Hotel in an old building style and a flagpole with the Norwegian flag. Photo

Photo: Eikerapen Gjestegard

Accommodation in Setesdal

Hotel, apartment, cabin, caravan or tent. The choice is yours. The typical overnight stop in Setesdal is a camping site with cabins. There is a wide selection of camping sites, ranging from basic ones to some offering five-star…

Photo: TINE Mediebank

Food and drink in Setesdal

Local food and long traditions. On your journey through Setesdal you may literally get a taste of the valley. Many of the restaurants serve food based on local produce, prepared in a traditional manner or with a modern touch.

Winter in Setesdal