Lom

Travel Guide
Lom
Lom
Photo by Donald Broussard
Photo by Jellis Vaes
Photo by Jellis Vaes
This lovely town with a wonderfully preserved stave church sits in a dream location next to the staggeringly beautiful Jotunheimen National Park.

The town of Lom is best known for its ancient stave church, as well as for the gorgeous landscapes that have made the surrounding area so popular with outdoorsy visitors. Hikers, bikers and wintersports enthusiasts find the town an ideal base for their activities, as Low is set amid splendid mountains and is well served by trails. Make sure you spend some time exploring the unusual museums in the little town itself, too.

Begin your visit to Lom by seeing its most famous landmark, Lom Stavkyrkje (Lom Stave Church). It is still in use as a place of worship, but its oldest parts date back to 1160. Take a guided tour to learn all about its architecture and history.

Another attraction close to the town center is the Lom Bygdamuseum (Lom Rural Museum), an open-air attraction with buildings constructed as early as 1613. Come here to gain insight into the unique culture and traditions found in the area. Or, head to the nearby Fossheim Steinsenter (Fossheim Stone Center) to learn about the area’s geology and pick up beautiful jewelry made from local stones.

Get an overview of the natural surroundings at the Norsk Fjellsenter (Norwegian Mountain Center), an informative museum of mountaineering. When you have finished viewing its exhibits, prepare to head out and see the real thing. Make your way to the mountainous terrain of Jotunheimen National Park. This is the place to hike the popular Besseggen trail. Bring your camera and take plenty of pictures of the striking green Gjendevannet lake, and the nearby blue Bessvatnet lake.

In winter, take advantage of the many wintersports on offer in the mountainous landscapes around Lom. Consider snowshoeing, sledding or skiing.

From Oslo, you can get to Lom by taking the train to Lillehammer and then changing. However, many people prefer to drive the journey is more than 5 hours. Make sure you take the eastern route, which leads along the banks of the picturesque Mjøsa lake.

Roisheim
Roisheim
2 out of 5
Lom, 2687 Boverdalen, Lom, Innlandet
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3 out of 5
Dombaasgrendi 1, Dombas, Dovre
The price is P7,243 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
P7,243
P8,112 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13
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8.4/10 Very Good! (894 reviews)
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Reviewed on Aug 18, 2024

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Thon Partner Hotel Otta
3 out of 5
Ola Dahls Gate 7, Otta, Sel
The price is P6,436 per night from 17 Jan to 18 Jan
P6,436
P7,209 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 17 - Jan 18
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Otta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Otta Mining Centre and Sel Church are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (572 reviews)
"Reasonable size room with friendly staff"

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2024

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Riddergaarden Leiligheter
Riddergaarden Leiligheter
4 out of 5
41 Skjenhauglie, Øystre Slidre, Innlandet
Stay at this 4-star ski aparthotel in Øystre Slidre. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Beitostølen Ski Center and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (28 reviews)
Stay for Bessengen hike
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Reviewed on Aug 21, 2024

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Riddergaarden Mountain Lodge
4 out of 5
Skjenhauglie 41, Øystre Slidre
Stay at this 4-star ski aparthotel in Øystre Slidre. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a sauna. Popular attractions Beitostølen Ski Center and Lyskapellet ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (11 reviews)
"Nice hotel with modern appartments. Also avnice and clean spa. Breakfasts was good, but choices at the buffet were rather limited."

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2024

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Hytter Dombås
Hytter Dombås
3 out of 5
Skitrekkvegen 18, Dovre
Stay at this 3-star ski cabin in Dovre. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Dombås Ski Area and Fokstumyra Nature Reserve ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (78 reviews)
"Lovely updated cabin, gorgeous view and friendly staff. Enjoyed the hiking trails that started on the property."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2022

Hytter Dombås
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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