about-Tyin-Filefjell
A real, Norwegian alpine mountain area with strong heritage
Which area of Norway is the most "Norwegian"?
Not a stupid question at all, because it immediately unveils the diversity of Norway. How complex it is.
In an attempt to simplify such a description, blend the fjords and the mountains, East and West. That is where Jotunheimen grabs the top spot, in an architectural masterpiece of raw beauty and stunning wilderness.
Tyin is considered as the gateway to the Jotunheimen National Park, where unique landscapes and a variety of experiences best describes the area. Tyin is perfectly located with just a short distance to Sognefjorden and the majestic mountains of Jotunheimen.
Skiing
The destination area of Tyin holds strong traditions as a popular recreational and holiday spot both for summer and winter, and is located between the Tyin lake and Filefjell
Tyin/Filefjell Skisenter currently offers 5 lifts and 16 groomed slopes, plus a separate beginner area with an own lift and magic carpet. There are restaurants, ski school, ski rentals and sports equipment store connected to the ski resort, and from the summit at 1260 meters you can spot 35 +2000 meter peaks, where 15 are located within the commune of Vang.
Tyin/Filefjell is considered as one of the most snow-proof areas in Southern Norway, often with seasons running from November until May. For those seeking fresh powder or more challenging terrain, this can easily be accessed by the lift system or by the endless ski touring options in the area.
If cross-country is your thing, you have no less than 140 kms of groomed trails to digest, running through landscapes in the alpine or below the tree line.
Nature
With Jotunheimen National Park at your footsteps, Tyin offer some of the most iconic Norwegian mountain landscapes with stunning peaks and glaciers - well known around the world. A truly unique terrain with well-marked trails both summer an winter, all connected to the trail network of DNT.
Eidsbugarden and Fondsbu by Bygdin and Tyinholmen by Tyin are all traditional and well-renowned trail hubs, providing lodging and F&B. Tourists from all over the world have been trekking here since the early 1900´s to experience the majestic nature and sceneries.
Activities
Things to do? We got you covered! Fancy go hunting or catch some trout? The Tyin lake holds some seriously large trouts, while the many small alpine lakes and rivers in the area are full of the delicious smaller river trout. If river salmon is your thing, the top-rated Lærdalselva is just 40 mins away. And if the salmon season is off, you can still enjoy a 6-hole scenic golf course in Lærdal which is open 9 months a year due to the micro climate.
The Tyin area is perfectly located along the E16 route, right between Oslo and Bergen (to 250 kms to each respectively) with ferry-free and year-around road connection via Lærsdalstunnelen.
The closest cities are either Lærdal and Årdal by Sognefjorden in the one direction, or Fagernes the other direction. Tyin has several lodging options and restaurants, as well as a grocery store and a gas station. The area is under development and will get a lot more facilities in the years to come.