Dovre
Dovre is Norway’s highland heart — a mountainous municipality in Innlandet county where musk oxen roam, pilgrims hike ancient trails, and the mighty Snøhetta peak watches over it all. With around 2,500 residents and a landscape shaped by glaciers, valleys, and national parks, Dovre is a gateway to the wild. It’s where Norse legends echo through the hills and modern adventurers come to bike, hike, and breathe the alpine air.
Top Attractions
- Viewpoint Snøhetta – award-winning architecture & wild reindeer views
- Dombås National Park Centre – gateway to Dovrefjell & Rondane
- Tour de Dovre – 125 km cycling route through 3 national parks
- Grimsdalsvegen – scenic drive through alpine farms & valleys
- Dovrefjell Adventures – musk ox safaris & snowshoe tours
Outdoor Highlights
- Hjerkinn Fjellridning – horseback riding on Icelandic ponies
- Snøheim Cabin – DNT lodge near Snøhetta summit
- Høgsnyta Trail – 9.4 km hike with panoramic views
- Moose & Reindeer Safaris – guided wildlife tours
- Bygningshistorisk Park – open-air museum of historic buildings
Where to Stay
Browse hotels, cabins & camping in Dovre
Where to Eat
- Jetta Cafeteria – local Norwegian fare
- Dovregubbens Hall – rustic dining with mountain views
- Napoli – pizza & pasta in Dombås
Getting There
Dovre lies along the E6 highway and the Dovrebanen railway, with regular trains from Oslo and Trondheim. The villages of Dombås, Hjerkinn, and Dovre are key hubs. Buses and rental bikes make local travel easy, and hiking trails connect national parks and viewpoints.