Family Afterbike
Combine trail biking with a zoo, fishing, swimming and much more!
Hallingdal is Scandinavia's largest mountain biking region, with over 120 km of purpose built bike trails. But in Hallingdal, the adventure doesn't stop when the pedals stop - that's when the next adventure begins! We call it Afterbike the Hallingdal way - a bike holiday that creates lifelong memories for the whole family.
Whether it's speed and excitement on a zipline in Geilo, golf in Nesbyen, cuddling with animals and eating ice cream in Bjørneparken, or climbing adventures in Hemsedal, everything is within easy reach. In Hallingdal, activities are always close by and the possibilities are endless - whether you want action or relaxation.
FAMILY AFTERBIKE FAVORITES
Mountain hikes
Hemsedal offers a variety of signed mountain hikes to suit the whole family - from short child-friendly tours to longer high-summit hikes with amazing views. With over 40 routes and the popular "Top 20" program, kids can collect peaks and get pins as a reward for their efforts - a perfect motivation for little mountain goats!
Tropicana Waterpark
Tropicana in Gol is one of Norway's largest water parks, with mega slides, wave pools and fun water activities both inside and out. Here you'll find caves, Wild River and slides as long as 106 meters - as well as a separate jungle land for the little ones with safe and shallow water. Perfect for a wet and wild family afterbike!
Culture and entertainment
Need a break from mountain biking and hiking? In Ål , the whole family can enjoy concerts, cinema, theater and art exhibitions - all year round. Ål Kulturhus offers a varied program for young and old alike, with glimpses of genuine Halling culture. A perfect indoor afterbike!
TRAIL MAP
POPULAR FAMILY TRAILS
Turufjell Skills Park
Skills trails and jump lines in the high mountains, where riders of all ages can hone their balance and jumping skills.
Silverstone
Just let your bike flow through rollers and large berm in alpine surroundings.
Flow Motion
Geilo is expanding its offering with family-friendly mountain bike fun from top to bottom. This is a trail you'll want to ride again and again!
Vestlia Bike Park
Awesome bike park right by Vestlia Resort. Large surfaced pumptrack, 5 jump lines and a large network of purpose built trail loops for the whole family!
Trytetjern Trail Center
Trail center with 3 different loops. The trails are graded green to red, so this is a perfect arena to build up your riding skills!
Hallingmo Trail Center
Norway's most central trail center! Here you'll find family-friendly skill trails, jump lines, flow and pumptrack - just a stone's throw away from the centre of Gol.
TIPS FOR FAMILIES
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Plan your trip and choose graded trails with the right level of difficulty. For families, we recommend green and blue trails.
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Trails with green grading are suitable for beginner riders. Blue graded trails are suitable for riders with some riding experience.
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Green and blue graded trails can be ridden with a regular mountain bike. A suspension fork is not a must, but can provide a better sense of mastery.
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Make sure your bike is in good condition and that the brakes in particular are working optimally. If in doubt - ask a qualified bicycle mechanic.
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Start your trip as close to the trail as possible. Long and boring transportation routes can kill the motivation of the little ones before the fun has begun.
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Start out carefully! Choose shorter rides and do more laps instead. The length and ambition level can be increased as your riding skills improve.
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Take plenty of breaks. Keep water and some chocolate in your backpack.
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Considered a mountain bike instructor for the whole family? With some tips and guidance, the progression will increase significantly.
