17/08/2026
⛰️ Besseggen – straight from Oslo! 🥾
Besseggen is one of the best-known hikes in Jotunheimen, famous for the narrow ridge and the contrast between the green waters of Lake Gjende and the darker mountain lake Bessvatnet.
This 2-day trip makes it possible to experience the hike directly from Oslo. The first day takes you by bus into Jotunheimen, where you stay overnight at Gjendesheim.
The next morning, you travel by boat across Lake Gjende before starting the hike back towards Gjendesheim.
The route is demanding, with steep sections and a long day in the mountains, but the views from the ridge make it one of the most memorable hikes in Norway.
A great option if you want to combine a short stay in Oslo with a real mountain experience in Jotunheimen.
Check it out here: https://jotunheimentravel.com/en/besseggen-from-oslo/