Harvest flow
Autumn is perhaps the best season for biking in the mountains! In Hallingdal, you'll find the trails that make your autumn trip complete - whether you prefer fresh dosages in the forest or epic high mountain trails accompanied by expert guides. We've put together an overview of the most important news and best tips for those who prefer to spend the fall on two wheels.
AUTUMN HIGHLIGHTS:
#1 Unique flow trails for the whole family!
Trail biking on adapted trails is the perfect family activity for the fall holidays. It's fun for everyone - whatever your level. We've put together some tips for those who want to get started with trail biking. Start by building your basic skills in one of Hallingdal's fantastic ffriendly trail centers and continue your development on one of the many lift- or shuttle-based floating trails. Make sure you take in the iconic Hallingspranget and this year's giant news in Hallingdal: the floating trail Blueberry Jam. Together, these two trails provide 35 km of uninterrupted flow. Just enjoy nature's rollercoaster ride!
Check out the list of Hallingdal's best floating trails here!
#2 High mountain biking = autumn adventure
The fall season is truly the time of year to explore Hallingdal's epic high mountain trails. The colors are at their finest, the views are endless, and so is the flow on the fine trails above the tree line.
Gjuvarunden on Golsfjellet and Trommenattrunden on Nesfjellet are classics for experienced cyclists who have mastered biking on narrow trails. For the family, we recommend checking out this nice round trip from café to café on Nesfjellet.
#3 Take the elevator up and enjoy the flow down!
In Hallingdal, you'll find the longest and roughest flow trails in Norwayand there are plenty of opportunities to try out lifts and shuttle-based biking during the fall holidays:
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The elevator in Hemsedal is open every day from 10-16 in the period 27.9-5.10 and 8-11.10.
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At Geilo, the chairlift runs every day in the period 27.9-11.10 at 11-17.
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Trailhead Nesbyen runs a shuttle bus in Nesbyen throughout the fall and HallingSpranget bike and tour bus takes you to the start of Hallingspranget (Remember to book!).
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Nesfjellet Bike Park runs the traction lift every day in the period 27.9-5.10 at 10-16.
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The Høgevarde shuttle and bike lift are in operation during the fall holidays between 10-16 with mandatory booking.
Here you will find information about the elevator and shuttle services in Hallingdal!
#4 Find the trail beads with a local guide
If you want to make sure you hit the mark with your fall tour, we recommend riding with a local guide.
The guides know all the hidden gems and can take care of all the practicalities of the day, so all you have to worry about is enjoying every second on your bike.
We have compiled an overview of certified cycling guides in Hallingdal.
#5 Hang-out in the pump track
The Pumptrack is the perfect warm-up for a day in the saddle - or to hone your technique for flow cycling.
In Hallingdal, you'll find no fewer than 5 paved pumptracks and several skill parks. All of them are centrally located - and best of all: it's a short distance to both soft drinks and soft ice cream!
Here you will find an overview of pumptracks in Hallingdal!
FALL STYLE FAVORITES
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 hardtail mountain bike. A suspension fork is not mandatory, but can provide a better riding experience.
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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.
