Oslo – Villmarks – Birken
458km
Distance
3-7
Days
75%
Unpaved
6/10
Difficulty
Oslo – Villmarks – Birken
A monster of a gravel route on remote roads and paths through Norway’s vast eastern forests. There is no wow factor scenery, but plenty of special moments among beautiful forest landscapes with lakes and wild open country that is so peaceful to be part of. It’s easy to wild camp and find free shelter all along this route, and if you don’t mind a couple of short hike-a-bike sections, you’ll find it very rewarding to complete. It’s easy to jump on the train at Lillehammer and head back to Oslo, knowing you’ve conquered a unique little-known route through tough and challenging terrain.
Route map
Useful links
Booking.com – for accommodation options across Norway
Entur app – for planning public transport trips around Norway
Ferries – routes, timetables and information by Statens Vegvesen
Wild camping etiquette – important to know
Keep in mind
All cycling routes published on CYCLENORWAY.com are intended as planning resources and sources of inspiration to be used alongside your own research and judgement. Routes are created using careful research, but every cyclist has different abilities, expectations, and risk tolerance. Some routes may include hike-a-bike sections, muddy or wet hiking paths, technical terrain, steep climbs, descents, or remote areas that may not be suitable for everyone. Route data, mapping software, and conditions can also change or contain inaccuracies. Cycling in Norway is generally very safe. Nevertheless, if you choose to ride these routes, you do so at your own risk.
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