Selbusjøen is a region in Trøndelag county, Norway, characterized by its expansive lake, fertile agricultural land, and deep forests. The Selbusjøen lake, the 17th largest in Norway, forms the centerpiece of a landscape that transitions from open fields to dense woodlands and fjord-like narrows in the west. This diverse terrain provides an engaging backdrop for outdoor activities, supporting several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, jogging, and more.
The Selbusjøen region offers numerous routes…
39
Routes
3.9
(11)
Average rating
513
People visited

7
riders
67.1km
04:54
1,010m
1,010m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

20
riders
120km
07:44
1,500m
1,500m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
20
riders
81.8km
05:18
910m
910m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
13
riders
30.8km
02:00
380m
380m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

5
hikers
3.85km
01:04
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
12
hikers
8.60km
02:34
280m
280m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
6
hikers
9.17km
02:47
310m
310m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
6
hikers
9.17km
02:47
310m
310m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

3.0
(1)
151
riders
66.0km
03:10
840m
840m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.5
(2)
70
riders
59.3km
02:53
740m
740m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

48
riders
114km
05:20
1,310m
1,310m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

29
riders
142km
06:41
1,660m
1,660m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

5
runners
6.62km
00:42
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
runners
14.3km
01:33
220m
230m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
runners
9.95km
01:04
150m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
runners
10.9km
01:11
170m
170m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

8
riders
57.2km
04:00
860m
860m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4
riders
118km
08:31
1,910m
1,910m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

2
riders
30.5km
01:59
410m
410m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
60.0km
04:28
1,070m
1,070m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?
Selbusjøen offers a variety of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Road cycling, Hiking, Jogging, and Mountain biking. The region's diverse landscape around Selbusjøen lake provides opportunities for various skill levels. More than 700 visitors have shared their experiences on komoot.
Selbusjøen provides options for Touring cycling, Road cycling, and Mountain biking. Scenic routes are available around the lake, with specific guides for Cycling around Selbusjøen and Road Cycling Routes around Selbusjøen. There are also approximately 4 miles (7 km) of mountain biking trails.
Yes, Selbusjøen offers hiking trails suitable for all fitness levels, from easy walks to more demanding hikes lasting up to five hours. Popular areas include Vekta, Fagerlia, and the wilderness of Skarvan and Roltdalen National Park. Guides like Hiking around Selbusjøen and Easy hikes around Selbusjøen provide more details.
Yes, Selbusjøen features family-friendly hiking options. The guide Family-friendly hikes around Selbusjøen details suitable routes. These trails are generally less strenuous and offer enjoyable experiences for all ages.
The centerpiece of the region is Selbusjøen lake, the 17th largest lake in Norway and the largest in southern Trøndelag county. It is a deep lowland lake, reaching a maximum depth of 676 feet (206 meters). The landscape features fertile agricultural land, deep forests, and narrows resembling a fjord to the west.
Komoot offers several guides for Selbusjøen, covering various activities. These include Cycling around Selbusjøen, Road Cycling Routes around Selbusjøen, Hiking around Selbusjøen, and Running Trails around Selbusjøen. There are also guides for easy, family-friendly, and bus-accessible hikes, as well as MTB trails.
Outdoor routes in Selbusjøen have an average rating of 3.98 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from more than 700 visitors who have shared their experiences in the region.
Yes, Selbusjøen provides several running trails suitable for different fitness levels. Options include loops from Klæbu and Tanem. More details can be found in the Running Trails around Selbusjøen guide.
General information about the Selbu municipality, which encompasses most of the Selbusjøen region, is available on its official website. The central phone number for Selbu kommune is +47 73 81 67 00.
The Selbusjøen region is historically known for its excellent trout fishing. It is also the home of the iconic Selbuvotten (Selbu mitten), a traditional handcrafted item, adding a unique cultural dimension to the area.
Yes, Selbusjøen offers mountain biking opportunities. There are approximately 4 miles (7 km) of mountain biking trails available in the Selbu area. The MTB Trails around Selbusjøen guide provides further information.

