Hiking Trails at Mt. Hoven (1011 m.) | Loen Skylift

From Hoven, you can enjoy a 210-degree panoramic view towards Skåla and Lovatnet, Jostedalsbreen, Olden and Nordfjord towards Stryn. Around 70 km of hiking trails are mapped around Hoven, ranging from easy gravel paths to more rugged mountain terrain. The trails are signposted and marked according to international standards.

You can explore the trails independently or book a guide from Loen Active. High quality and sustainability are key principles in the development and maintenance of the trails.

Mount Skredfjellet - 2 km one way / 155 height meters
Easy hike that is well groomed. Some steep parts, but it is possible to bring a stroller. Towards the end of the hike it is less hilly and with more flat parts. Great view of the fjord in the south, and Stryn Valley and the mountains in the north. The cairns will lead the way. The view and panorama keeps getting better the further you go.

Rated: Moderate
Duration: 2-3 hours.
Km: 4 / 2
Trail: Gravel
Signposted: Yes
Age: All.

«Gjølrunden» Round Trip - 2,2 km / 120 height meters
Easy hike. Good path with stairs in natural stone. Some steep parts. Get close to the spectacular and dramatic scenery, with a panoramic view of mountains, glaciers and the fjord. Highest point is at 1120 m.a.s.l. Enjoy the 360-degree panorama. Return to Hoven or walk further on the path to Mount Skredfjellet.

Rated: Moderate Duration: Approx. 1-2 hours.
Length: 2,2 km
Signposted: Yes
Ascent: 134 m
Descent: 134 m.
Trail: Path & stone steps
Age: All.

Round trip Mount Skredfjellet - 7,9 km / 500 height meters
Medium difficulty level. Varied terrain; gravel, stone steps, mountain path and gravel road. Come a little further into the mountain world - over Mount Skredfjellet (as the trip above), via Nøkketjønn Pond and back to Hoven on the gravel road. Along the path you always have a panorama towards mountains, glaciers and the fjord. You'll pass cairns that leads the way, small rivers and ponds, and nice viewpoints that invites you to a break. Before returning to Hoven, you'll pass Oppheimssetra Mountain Farm.