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Nationale Gravelrute 8: Østlandsviddene

Juni – September
The Alaska of Europe?
+39-Bilder
+37-Bilder
MS Fermunden
The Route is well sign posted
toll road
Wild pristine nature
Free Shelter
Gravel roads made for cycling
DNT Cabin
Reindeer
Femunden
Captain Femunden
MS Femunden II
Old waiting room at lake pier
Muddy tracks
Røros

638 km

Entfernung

11061m

Höhengewinn

4-10

Tage

76%

Unbefestigt

7/10

Schwierigkeit

40-45mm

Idealtypen

Nationale Gravelrute 8: Østlandsviddene

Route 8 is the hidden gem of the National Gravel Routes: a long, demanding loop for serious bikepackers wanting to disappear into challenging, seldom-visited terrain deep in Norway’s interior. Beginning in Dombås, a rare purpose-built cycle path leads safely between national parks before the route climbs onto historic seterveier, old summer farm roads crossing remote mountain terrain toward the UNESCO-listed mining town of Røros.

From Røros, the route heads southeast to Femunden, where a century-old ferry crosses Norway’s third-largest lake before entering some of the country’s most isolated landscapes. Roads narrow, forests stretch endlessly, and reindeer often replace traffic. Gravel continues almost to the edge of civilisation before a return boat takes you back to a more familiar area.

The final section back to Dombås crosses vast mountain gravel, quiet forests, and the open landscapes of Grimsdalen before closing the loop. With over 600km of riding and more than 75% gravel, Route 8 feels like an older Norway, and for many riders, this might be your new favourite gravel adventure.

Routenplan

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Kalender

Wann?

Most of the route is usually rideable by early to mid-June. The boat across Femunden Lake operates from mid-June until the second week of August, then on a reduced schedule (3 days per week) until early September. You can find the full timetable here.

If riding in September, you can skip the boat section with a pleasant detour away from the lake.

Karte

Ankunft

Røros: 

  • South:  Oslo – Hamar – Røros train (bike space can not be booked in advance). You must change trains in Hamar
  • North: Trondheim – Røros – Hamar train (bike space can not be booked in advance)

Dombås:

  • The town is connected by the Oslo – Trondheim Rail line. The company that runs this line (SJ) has limited bike storage (5 max). You should book your tickets well in advance to ensure a space for your bike.
Warnung

Gefahren

There are no busy or main roads to worry about on this route. However, there are some short hike-a-bike sections and small streams to cross. Sections of the route can be flooded, and wet feet may be expected at times.

Fahrrad

Fahrradverleih

Bike Rental Options – Only MTB Bikes are available in this area. If you’re looking for something else consider renting in Oslo or Trondheim and taking it on the train.

Matthäus Norwegen

This should be a world-famous gravel route, yet it remains largely unknown, with so much untapped potential.

Matthew Tolley – Gründer von Cycle Norway

Lokale Empfehlungen

MS Femunden II

MS Fæmund II

MS Fæmund II has operated on Femunden Lake for over 100 years and remains an important connection across Norway’s third-largest lake. Originally built to transport people, supplies, and goods between isolated communities, the ferry still follows much the same role today. For riders on Route 8, the crossing is more than just transport. It’s a living museum and a welcome break to refuel and enjoy the incredible scenery

DNT Svukuriset

Located at the edge of the wilderness near Femundsmarka, DNT Svukuriset is one of Norway’s most remote mountain lodges that can still be reached by bike. Surrounded by forests, lakes, and endless gravel roads, it provides a rare chance to sleep, eat well, and experience a part of Norway where life moves at a very slow pace. For many riders on Route 8, it becomes one of the journey’s must-overnighters

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Grimsdalen

Grimsdalen is often considered one of Norway’s finest mountain valleys — a long gravel corridor surrounded by high peaks, old summer farms, and open landscapes that seem untouched by time. With very little traffic and views in every direction, it is the kind of place that reminds you why long-distance gravel riding in Norway is so special.

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Røros

Røros

Founded as a mining town in the 17th century, Røros is one of Norway’s most unique places to arrive by bike. Its wooden streets, historic buildings, and industrial history create a striking contrast after days spent in remote mountains. For riders on Route 8, it offers the perfect place to rest, resupply, and slow down before heading back into the wilderness.
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Nützliche Links

Booking.com – für Unterkunftsmöglichkeiten in ganz Norwegen

Entur App – zur Planung von Fahrten mit öffentlichen Verkehrsmitteln in ganz Norwegen

Fähren – Routen, Fahrpläne und Informationen von Statens Vegvesen

Wildcamping-Etikette – wichtig zu wissen

Weiterführende Literatur

Beachten Sie

Alle auf CYCLENORWAY.com veröffentlichten Radrouten dienen als Planungsressource und Inspirationsquelle, die Sie in Verbindung mit Ihrer eigenen Recherche und Ihrem Urteilsvermögen nutzen sollten. Die Routen werden mit sorgfältiger Recherche erstellt, aber jeder Radfahrer hat unterschiedliche Fähigkeiten, Erwartungen und Risikobereitschaft. Einige Routen können Abschnitte mit Schiebe-/Tragepassagen, schlammige oder nasse Wanderwege, technisches Gelände, steile Anstiege, Abfahrten oder abgelegene Gebiete enthalten, die möglicherweise nicht für jeden geeignet sind. Routendaten, Kartensoftware und Bedingungen können sich auch ändern oder Ungenauigkeiten enthalten. Radfahren in Norwegen ist im Allgemeinen sehr sicher. Wenn Sie sich dennoch entscheiden, diese Routen zu befahren, tun Sie dies auf eigenes Risiko.

Warnung

Verbindungsrouten

Tour de Dovre

Drei Nationalparks vereinen sich, um ein einzigartiges Gravel-Erlebnis in Norwegen zu bieten.

  • 128 km
  • 75% unbefestigt
  • 1-3 Tage
  • 5/10 Schwierigkeit
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Moschusochse & Alpenweiden

Nationale Schotterrouten

Nasjonale grusvei 1: Sentralruta

Die Pilgerfahrt vom 12. Jahrhundert von Norwegens Hauptstadt in die historische Stadt Trondheim und zur Nidaroskathedrale.

  • 730 km
  • 75% unbefestigt
  • 7-14 Tage
  • 8/10 Schwierigkeit
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Die Kies-Pilgerreise

Nidarosdom - Trondheim

Der Pilgerweg

Dies ist weniger eine Fahrradroute als vielmehr eine Reise in die Vergangenheit, die Sie auf den Spuren von Norwegens großem Wikingerkönig Olaf II. wandeln lässt. Die Route führt Sie das historische Gudbrandsdalsleden hinauf und endet an der 1000 Jahre alten Nidaroskathedrale in Trondheim.

  • 798 km
  • <10% unbefestigt
  • 5-13 Tage
  • 5.5/10 Schwierigkeit
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