Member Matthew Norway
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Hi, I don’t see anything broken on this page: https://cyclenorway.com/en/routes/oslo-stavanger/ – can you show me some screenshots of the issue?
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It’s all part of the National Cycle Routes. Mostly on paved (80%), but you can add gravel options in Telemark. Haukeli is busy during summer at certain times of the day (a lot of holiday cabins in the area). But overall, it’s safe to cycle.
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There are many options to put together a 200km route around Jotunheimen.
Here is one lovely route to start with: https://cyclenorway.com/en/routes/bygdin-loop/
You can also add the world-famous Tusenmeteren to that route: https://cyclenorway.com/en/routes/tusenmeteren/
If you want help putting together the best 200km loop to meet your needs. Just book a call with me, and I’ll go through the options and put it together for you: https://calendly.com/app/scheduling/meeting_types/user/me
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In the summer, the oversize bag area keeps bike boxes for people flying out. You should be able to give it to them. They are located on the departure floor, just follow the signs.
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For mid-August, I wouldn’t carry a tent solely as a backup for accommodation. By that point the main Norwegian holiday season is winding down, and on the Fjord Norway route you pass through enough towns, villages, campsites, and tourist businesses that finding a bed 24–48 hours in advance is usually not a problem.
My recommendation would be:
- Book the first 2–3 nights so you can start the trip relaxed.
- After that, book accommodation one or two days ahead as the weather, fitness, and daily progress become clearer.
- Use Booking.com, Airbnb, and campsite websites rather than calling around. Most places can be booked online in a few minutes.
- Be slightly flexible with your daily distance. Some days you may ride 75 km and others 125 km depending on where accommodation is available and the terrain.
The areas where I would pay the most attention are the more popular fjord destinations such as Geiranger, Flåm, and parts of the Hardanger region. Even in August, accommodation there can fill up more quickly than in less touristy valleys.
Regarding campsite cabins, they are rented as a private cabin, not as a shared dormitory. If a cabin sleeps four people and you are travelling alone, you simply rent the entire cabin yourself. Fortunately, many Norwegian campsites also have smaller cabins intended for two people. These are often quite basic but are popular with cyclists and hikers and can be reasonably priced.
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https://cyclenorway.com/en/routes/rallarvegen-3/ – Scroll down to the ” When ” section. There is a link to the route condition, which will tell you everything you need to know 3 days in advance.
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Message from Gregory: I just wanted to reply to a question from Raphael Stocker: Train disruption Oslo-Trondheim. I had the similar problem last year in September. My solution was to take the train between Oslo and Bergen, and Havila (or Hurtigruten) between Bergen and Trondheim.
If he has time enough, he could do the same from Bergen to Molde and cycle to Oppdal along your “Bergen to Trondheim Coast and Mountains“-route. A few kilometers after Molde he could take the ferry Sølsnes-Åfarnes to join your route. If you like, you could forward my suggestion to Raphael.
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This reply was modified 4 months ago by Matthew Norway.
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Cycle it before 9 am, and you will be fine.
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Hirtshals → Bergen
The main ferry operator on this long north-Atlantic crossing is Fjord Line:
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It runs daily or near-daily sailings from Hirtshals (Denmark) to Bergen (Norway) in the summer.
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Crossing time: ~16–18 hours depending on schedule/season.
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You can take your camper van and book a cabin or deck seat.
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You might find cheaper deals booking well in advance; ferries run in the evening and arrive next day.
Practical point: Ferries at this distance are slow compared to flying, but you’re saving mileage/time and keeping your camper ready for touring.
Kristiansand → Hirtshals
For heading home, the Kristiansand–Hirtshals ferry is much shorter and much easier logistics:
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Fjord Line and Color Line both operate this route.
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Duration: around 2½–3½ hours.
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Frequent sailings through summer make it flexible for planning your departure date/time.
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Camper vans are welcome; book spots well ahead of August.
Routes
https://cyclenorway.com/en/routes/rallarvegen-3/
https://cyclenorway.com/en/routes/lysefjorden-loop/
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Rallarvegen, Norway's Iconic Cycling Route
Norway's most scenic cycling route along the Hardangervidda Plateau follows the Bergen Railway Line from Haugastøl through Finse, Hallingskeid, Myrdal, and down to Flåm.
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Oslo is the only major city with endless gravel routes in all directions.
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Hotels are always your best option with large luggage facilities. If you’re in Oslo, Fara cycling has a lot of storage space and might take it off you for a set price. For every possible option, sign up to Cycle Norway’s premium membership and access this detailed page: https://cyclenorway.com/en/bike-box-travel/
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It’s an ice bridge that can only be crossed in winter. You have to cycle the main and only bridge further down.
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If you have already purchased your train tickets with bike space, the company, by law, must transport your bikes to your final destination. So you should be good. Last month, I updated the Public transport page with further info on the ‘Buss for Tog’ policy to help answer these questions: https://cyclenorway.com/en/bike-rental-repairs/
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Hi Chris,
There are two ways.
First, you can pin the route to your Ride with GPS account. From there, you have two options: upload the route to your GPS computer (if you’re travelling with one), where the POIs will appear while following the route. Not all GPS computers support this, but most modern ones do.
The easier option is simply to pull out your phone while cycling, open the Ride with GPS app, and select the pinned route. You’ll then see where you are on the route and what’s coming up ahead — for example, a supermarket in 10 km, accommodation, viewpoints, etc.