Oppdal, a region in central Norway, is situated between the Dovrefjell and Trollheimen mountain ranges. Its diverse landscape features high plateaus, lush valleys like Drivdalen, and panoramic peaks, providing varied terrain for outdoor pursuits. The area is bordered by Dovrefjell National Park to the south and the Trollheimen range to the north, offering extensive natural environments. These geographical features support several sports like hiking, mountain biking, jogging, touring cycling, and more.
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451
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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347
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.80km
02:07
110m
110m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.13km
02:43
590m
590m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5
riders
43.1km
04:27
910m
910m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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10.1km
01:23
540m
540m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

21.3km
04:14
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960m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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23.4km
02:50
570m
530m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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58
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129km
09:14
1,510m
1,510m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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46.1km
03:01
710m
710m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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50.8km
03:25
910m
910m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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18
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126km
05:52
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1,150m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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93.7km
04:20
750m
750m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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95.4km
05:02
1,400m
1,400m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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79.7km
03:29
650m
650m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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42.9km
02:48
490m
490m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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46.5km
02:59
530m
530m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
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23.6km
01:47
270m
270m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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30.0km
01:55
340m
340m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
8.56km
00:54
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12.0km
01:32
580m
580m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.46km
00:55
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.84km
00:45
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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22.6km
09:18
1,030m
1,030m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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13.2km
04:03
360m
360m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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12.1km
05:46
1,000m
1,000m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

1
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Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Oppdal offers a wide range of outdoor activities including hiking, mountain biking, jogging, and touring cycling. The region features an extensive network of more than 170 routes. These routes have an average rating of 4.59 stars from over 700 ratings.
Oppdal provides numerous hiking trails, from easy walks to challenging mountaineering routes. Popular destinations include trails in the Dovrefjell and Trollheimen mountain ranges. More information on specific routes can be found in the Hiking around Oppdal guide.
Yes, Oppdal has a network of mountain biking trails suitable for various skill levels. Some hiking trails, like Våttåhaugen, are also suitable for cycling. Details on routes are available in the MTB Trails around Oppdal guide.
Oppdal's trail network includes options suitable for families and beginners, ranging from easy walks near the town center to more moderate paths. The diverse terrain ensures routes for various fitness levels. Specific family-friendly routes can be identified within the hiking guides.
Oppdal is bordered by Dovrefjell National Park, known for musk oxen, and the Trollheimen mountain range. Notable features include the Driva River, which offers rafting opportunities, and various lakes and panoramic peaks. Snøhetta mountain, at 7,500 feet (2,286 meters), is a prominent hiking destination.
Yes, Oppdal's roads and paths are suitable for both road cycling and touring cycling. There are 17 touring cycling routes and 6 road cycling routes available. Guides such as Cycling around Oppdal and Road Cycling Routes around Oppdal provide detailed information.
Routes in Oppdal have an average rating of 4.59 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on over 700 individual ratings from more than 3,800 visitors who have explored the region's trails.
Dovrefjell National Park, bordering Oppdal to the south, is one of the few places globally where musk oxen can be observed. The region's extensive trail network is also naturally maintained by approximately 45,000 grazing sheep during summer and autumn.
Komoot offers several guides for Oppdal, including Hiking around Oppdal, MTB Trails around Oppdal, and Cycling around Oppdal. Additional guides cover running, road cycling, mountaineering, and gravel biking.
Oppdal features 87 hiking routes, 32 mountain biking routes, 23 jogging routes, and 17 touring cycling routes. There are also 6 road cycling routes, 4 mountaineering routes, and 4 easy mountain biking routes, totaling more than 170 routes across various sports.
The official website for tourist information about Oppdal is Visit Oppdal. The phone number for Visit Oppdal AS is +47 474 67 230.

