Highlight • Mountain Hut
Gaukhei Cabin
Hiking
5.0
(2)
This Highlight is in a protected area
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Setesdal Vesthei Ryfylkeheiane landskapsvernområde
Tips
Anette
February 21, 2026
Gaukhei is a historic self‑service mountain cabin run by DNT Sør located deep in the Setesdal Vesthei wilderness at about 843 m above sea level, and it is considered the oldest tourist hut in the region, with origins dating back to 1898 and 46 sleeping places.
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Nearby routes
Best routes near Gaukhei Cabin
4.0
(1)
16
hikers
12.8km
03:40
250m
380m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
Moderate
4
hikers
17.9km
05:15
590m
310m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
Hard
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Elevation 890 m
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