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Hemsedal is Hallingdal’s alpine heartbeat - a municipality where ski lifts climb toward the clouds, waterfalls freeze into climbing walls, and summer trails lead to peaks with names like Veslehodn and Ranastøngji. With around 2,500 residents and a landscape that flips between powdery slopes and wildflower meadows, Hemsedal is the kind of place where you can snowboard in May, fish in glacier-fed rivers, and still catch a jazz concert in a mountain lodge. It’s got altitude, attitude, and a name that once meant “valley of pasture.”
Top Attractions
Hemsedal Ski Centre
Norway’s second-largest alpine resort with 44 km of slopes
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Rjukandefossen
dramatic double waterfall with suspension bridge and swimming spots
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Veslehodn
scenic hike with panoramic views and alpine flora
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Solheisen Ski Center
family-friendly slopes on the sunny side of the valley
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Hemsedal Bygdatun
cultural museum with 18th-century farm buildings
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Unique Experiences
Hemsedal Top 20
hiking challenge to 20 marked summits with pins and maps
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Via Ferrata
guided climbing route on exposed rock faces with safety cables
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Hemsedal Huskies
dog sledding and mountain cart tours with husky teams
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Høyt & Lavt Adventure Park
zipline and aerial climbing courses for all ages
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Hemsedal Fjellsport
adrenaline tours including rappelling, snorkeling & snowshoeing
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Where to Stay in Hemsedal
Getting There
Hemsedal sits in the Hallingdal valley, about 3.5 hours northwest of Oslo via the Rv52 highway. Buses run from Oslo and Bergen year-round, and trains to Gol connect with local buses. The village of Trøym is the administrative center, and the area is best explored by car, bike, or skis - especially if you’re chasing powder, peaks, or the sound of waterfalls in the wind.