Sledding, snowshoe hiking, ski touring and winter walks. It's all possible at Mt. Hoven. Loen Active offers guided tours. And when there is a Full Moon between November and February maybe we'll invite you for an unforgettable tour at Mt. Hoven. The evening sky is magnificent up here.    

Remember to stay safe, and read about safety in the mountains. We highly recommend to use a guide when exploring the mountains.

Experience Norway's longest toboggan/sled run - 8 km / 4,5 miles down from Mt. Hoven - with fantastic views of the fjord and mountains. At Mt. Hoven, you will also find a wide prepared toboggan run. Rent a sled, sled mat, or butt sled board in the mountain station, or bring your own sled board/sled. Note that the offer is weather-dependent.

Status 13th of April: Toboggan runs available on the top, behind the snow cave. The toboggan run to Oppheim is closed for the season due to lack of snow.

Norway's longest toboggan run

"Norway's longest toboggan run" is a prepared road down from Mt. Hoven to Oppheim. Here you have fantastic fjord views for a full 8 kilometers/4,5 miles, spread over about 700 height meters. The trip down elicits broad smiles among both young and old.

Note that the road ends at Holme / Oppheim, 8 km/4,5 miles from the fjord station to Loen Skylift. There is parking at Holme (for a fee). Most people choose to park a car on Holme, arrange a "shuttle" with friends / family or order a taxi (Stryn Taxi +47 57 87 23 50, Olden Taxi +47 950 86 146). Residents at Hotel Alexandra can book pick-up in advance at the reception (NOK 100 p.p.). Those who rent a toboggan deliver the toboggan to the designated place where the toboggan run ends.

PLEASE NOTE: All traffic on the prepared road to Oppheim is at your own risk. Follow the avalanche forecast, show consideration, and adjust the speed. You can meet skiers or hikers along the way. A helmet must be used during sledding (included in toboggan rentals). Children shall always sled together with adults.

The status of preparation can be found on this page.

Rent a sled, sled mat, or butt sled board

Sleds/toboggans, sled mats, and butt sled boards can be booked online or during the opening hours of the mountain shop by Loen Active. If the mountain shop is closed, you can contact the cable car driver, and he/she will assist you. Helmets must be worn during sledding, and are always included in the rent. For sledding to Oppheim, only sleds/toboggans and snow racers are recommended. Rented sleds and helmets can be returned to the designated place where the toboggan run ends. In the mountain shop, you can also rent winter clothes.

Pre- or After-sledding in the restaurant

Enjoy the view from Hoven Restaurant & Bar with something to drink or eat in between the toboggan sessions. Here you will find the menu and a link to table reservations.

Which ticket should I buy?

Loen Skylift has several ticket options, but if you want to sled down again, you can buy a one-way ticket or a day pass. With day passes, you can take as many trips as you want in one day (within opening hours). Family ticket one way is also an option, which applies to two adults and two children (6-15 years). More children can be added to the family ticket. Note that family tickets are only available at the ticket office, Fjordshop.

What to wear

Snow pants, winter jacket (coverall can be rented), snow boots (can be rented), a hat, helmet (included in sled rental), gloves or mittens, and goggles.

Season

The season usually lasts from December to April. At this website, you will find an updated status for trekking the trails. 

Guidelines Sledding

Sledding include a certain risk, so we have made som general guidelines for visitors at Mount Hoven. 

• The rider coming from behind needs to be cautious

• Follow guidelines and signs

• Make sure you have control over the sledge

• Find out how to handle brake and turns

• Speed increase risk of accidents

• Racing and mass start increase the risk

• Do not stop in the middle of the slope during a downhill descent

• If overturn occurs, step out of the track

• Only one person per sled, unless you accompany small children.

Explore the winter landscape by foot, 1011 meters above the fjord. There are many winter walking opportunities around Mt. Hoven, most offering fabulous views of the fjord and the majestic mountains. And it’s all so close, with only a spectacular five minute cable car ride from Loen village.

Snowshoes are preferred, but there are also groomed trails in connection to Loen Skylift. Conditions depends on the weather. For a more safe and informative trip we offer guided trips.

After your hike, warm up in the Hoven Restaurant. Maybe a hot chocolate by the fireplace sounds tempting? 

Season: December-May (depending on snow conditions)

Snowshoe rental

If you want to go on your own, you can rent snowshoes in the fjord shop in Loen Skylift's opening hours, or in Loen Active's mountain shop on the 1st floor of the mountain station. Payment by card only. You can also book online.

PRICES

Up to 4 hours: NOK 300
Per day: NOK 400
Incl. snowshoes and rods.

In need for winter clothing?

Loen Active mountain shop rents out winter coveralls and winter shoes. Price: NOK 200 per day. Gloves and hats for sale. Learn more.

Contact

Loen Active: Tel. +47 57 87 58 00 or post@loenactive.no

Winter walks in the mountains high above the fjord are possible from Loen Skylift. Depending on the weather conditions, we make tracks that are suitable for walking. Check this page for the latest information. The trails are marked with poles. Ski goggles and poles can be useful (can be rented). You can also hire a guide from Loen Active (must be booked in advance). Winter coveralls, gloves and boots can be hired from Loen Active.

The snow usually arrives at Mt. Hoven in November and lasts until April/May.

Gjølrunden

A nice round trip just north of the Loen Skylift, to the ridge and vantage point of Rognehaugen. You can continue the trip further towards Mt. Skredfjellet if you wish. The condition of the path is dependent on the weather, so contact the staff to check if the trail is open.

Inside a mountain of snow, you will find a narrow passage, and a white dome opens above you. A large snow cave with lights and skin rugs. There is something special about sitting inside of all the great white, sheltered from the weather and wind. The snow cave is located approximately 300 meters from the Skylift mountain station, by the toboggan run and the walking paths. Everyone is welcome into the snow cave.

* * * The snow cave is closed for the 2023/2024 season * * *

The mountains surrounding Loen and Stryn invite you to great ski touring and backcountry skiing with views of fjords and mountains. With Loen Skylift, you reach 1011 altitude meters and can head out with fresh legs. A fantastic mountain landscape opens up from Hoven, and you have many possible summits to choose from and even more downhill runs. We recommend using a guide. Breogfjell has internationally certified mountain guides and offers guided tours from Loen Skylift. If you are planning a trip on your own, it is crucial that you have the necessary expertise for safe skiing in the mountains. Remember that all skiing is at your own risk, and make sure you have the necessary skills for safe skiing, or bring along an experienced guide. Check the avalanche bulletin before heading out, and read the safety tips for Norwegian mountains.

Contact Breogfjell for booking.

Guided ski touring/backcountry skiing

For guided ski touring Loen Active cooperate with the certified IFMGA mountainguides from Breogfjell. With Mt. Hoven as the point of departure, a suite of alpine ski touring opportunities opens up. Most of the skiing in this area is in complex terrain and some descents are on glaciers.

Short hike / Skitouring and freeride introduction
From the top station, there is just 150 vertical meter ascent to Mt.Skredfjellet. From here we can choose between several descents from between 300 vertical meters up to 1000 vertical meters, depending on the snow- and weather conditions.

Medium / Long hike
From the top station, we continue up to Mt. Staurinibba (asc 400 vertical meters). From this peak, we'll enjoy the stunning fjord view and prepare for the first 600 m descent towards Lohøgsætra. From this small summer farm, we can either head back to Loen Skylift, go down to Loen Village, or go for a second ascent to Mt. Sundshyrna, Mt. Dispahyrna, or Mt.Geitafjellshyrna. From these peaks, we can drop down 1600 vertical meters to Stryn Valley. After a day you will have a total dsc of 2000 vertical meters with only 1400 m ascent.

Very long
One of the most spectacular traverses in Stryn is the Hoven – Storskredfjellet traverse. This is a long hike with many alternatives. If you would like to do the shortest version, you will have to ascend a total of 1400 vertical meters which gives a total descend of 2100 meters skiing. For better skiing, it is also possible to drop down many of the valleys on the way to Mt. Storskredfjellet.

The program will be adjusted to meet your skiing/hiking skills and snow/weather conditions.

For more information and booking contact Breogfjell: Tel. +47 57 67 88 55 or post@breogfjell.no

When the weather allows, we'll make groomed Cross-Country tracks with world class view of the fjord, mountains and the Jostedalsbreen Glacier. Tracks and length of tracks will vary according to snow conditions and weather. 

See status on our cross-country tracks on our live page. 

Remember to bring skiing equipment, warm and wind/waterproof clothes, hat and gloves. Instructor can be provided on request. We recommend lunch or a hot chocolate in Hoven Restaurant before the return by Loen Skylift.

Powder surfing, also known as pow surfing and often spelled as one word e.g. "powdersurfing", is the act of surfing on snow, free of any form of bindings and without the aid of ropes, hooks, or bungee cords. Powdersurfing is performed on "powsurfer" which is a specially designed board engineered to be controlled using only the rider's feet and balance. This style of riding was inspired by powder snowboarding, surfing, and skateboarding. The lack of any bindings or bungee ropes along with the design of the boards allow riders to bring movements and tricks from surfing and skateboarding onto the snow. Much like surfing, the only connection between the board and the rider is a leash to prevent runaway equipment should the rider fall. Powder surfing is closely related to snow skating in its fundamentals, style, and required skill. Powdersurfing is performed completely binding-free and hands-free on specially crafted boards that are designed to be ridden without the aid of any ropes or binding. Powdersurfing has gained popularity and acceptance worldwide.

Source: Wikipedia

Powsurfers can be rented in Loen Active’s Mountain Shop on the 1st floor in the top station Loen Skylift. Outside opening hours, please contact employees in Loen Skylift.

PRICE RENT

NOK 200 per day