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The Hidden North
North European travel guide
Population 1,951 / 60.9 degrees north
Fagernes, Norway
Fagernes is a beautiful town located on the E16 between Bergen and Oslo. The town is centrally located for the Valdres nature region and is the perfect spot for breaking up any road trip!
Fun Facts About Fagernes
Latitude: 60.9 degrees north
Population: 1,951
Hottest Month: July
Coldest Month: January
Wettest Month: July
Windiest Month: June
Annual Precipitation: 437mm
Nord-Aurdal Municipality
In this Travel Guide...
Things to See & Do
Here’s an overview of some of the best things to see and do in Fagernes
Hegge Stave Church
Hegge Stave Church is one of Norway’s 28 remaining stave churches.
Valdres Folkemuseum
The museum is one of Norway’s largest open air museums.
Hikes, Day Trips & Experiences
Looking to go for a hike or take part in a unique experience? Here are our recommendations!
Please note – the links provided are affiliate links. I only recommend experiences that I have researched and/or tested and focus on providing unique, local things to do!
Day trip from Fagernes
There is a fantastic guided tour from Fagernes that will take you to the Jotunheimen region as well as a boat tour on a lake!
Road-Trips
Follow our road-trip guides for scenic trips around Fagernes
The E16 from Oslo to Bergen
Follow this self-guided trip between Oslo and Bergen on the E16, one of the major highways in the country. The road is built close to where the historic postal road from the 17th century went, and parts of the old road are still visible and today a hiking trail. That’s why along the way you’ll see stave churches and runestones. There’s also some charming towns and local markets to stop at, turning a long drive into an exciting one!
Self-Guided Walks
We currently do not have any self-guided walks available in Fagernes
Fagernes on YouTube
Watch our YouTube videos featuring Fagernes
Valdresflye Tourist Road
Enjoy this scenic drive on one of Norway’s 18 national tourist roads.
Uniquely Fagernes
Here are some things that you must do and try in Fagernes
Rakfisk
Fagernes is the main place to try Rakfisk, a Norwegian delicacy.
History of Fagernes
Fagernes has been a place since the mid-19th century, when trading operations started. Since Fagernes is located in a convenient location, it was a suitable place for trade.
Fagernes Today
Travel Information
Getting Here
Fly: No airport.
Drive: Fagernes is located on the E16, which is a highway running between Bergen and Oslo.
Train: No train access.
Ferry: No ferry access
Getting Around
Fagernes is walkable.
Shops
Places to Eat
Cafes & Bakeries
Quick Bites
Reasonable Restaurants
High End & Unique Eats
Places to Stay
All my hotel recommendations are based on research and experience. I don’t recommend somewhere unless I think it is wonderful! The Hidden North focuses on accommodation that provides good quality for price or offer local or unique experiences.
Lodges & B&Bs
High End & Unique Properties
Sunrise/Sunset & Weather Averages
January
Sunrise: 9:19am
Sunset: 3:46pm
Average Temperature: -7.6C (18F)
February
Sunrise: 8:05am
Sunset: 5:09pm
Average Temperature: -6.7C (20F)
March
Sunrise: 6:42am
Sunset: 6:34pm
Average Temperature: -2.4C (28F)
April
Sunrise: 6:04am
Sunset: 8:43pm
Average Temperature: 3.8C (37F)
May
Sunrise: 4:38am
Sunset: 10:01pm
Average Temperature: 8.1C (47F)
June
Sunrise: 3:47am
Sunset: 10:59pm
Average Temperature: 12.8C (55F)
July
Sunrise: 4:16am
Sunset: 10:40pm
Average Temperature: 15.4C (59F)
August
Sunrise: 5:31am
Sunset: 9:21pm
Average Temperature: 13.8C (57F)
September
Sunrise: 6:48am
Sunset: 7:46pm
Average Temperature: 9.4C (49F)
October
Sunrise: 8:03am
Sunset: 6:12pm
Average Temperature: 3.4C (38F)
November
Sunrise: 8:26am
Sunset: 3:48pm
Average Temperature: -1.8C (29F)
December
Sunrise: 9:29am
Sunset: 3:06pm
Average Temperature: -6.6C (20F)
All Posts About Fagernes
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Drive it Yourself: The Valdresflye National Tourist Road
This scenic drive takes you alongside the Jotunheimen National Park, with breathtaking views aplenty.
Hegge Stave Church
Deep beneath the renovated surface lies a stave church with a unique story, plus some carved faces on the staves!
Fagernes: The Perfect Stop on Your Road-trip
Fagernes is more than a town on a highway; it’s rich in tradition, home to one of Norway’s best open-air museums and close to hikes, skiing trails and mountains.