
Ski area
- Season Dec–May
- Lifts 1
- Runs 1 + freeride
- Elevation 1,840 m above sea level+
- Route length 2,500 m
Distance
- From Oslo 3 hours
- From Bergen 6–7 hours
Best for
- Family-friendly No
- Off-piste Yes
- One of Norway’s best views – on a clear day, you can see an area equivalent to around one-sixth of mainland Norway from the summit
- Gaustabanen takes you to the top of Gaustatoppen in just 15 minutes
- Open year-round
Spectacular skiing
Experience one of Norway’s most spectacular ski descents from the summit of Gaustatoppen. Gaustabanen takes you up to 1,883 meters above sea level, where you can enjoy far-reaching views across Southern Norway.
Gaustatoppen offers skiing for different ability levels. For beginners and families, there is a marked route from Tuddalstippen to the entrance of Gaustabanen. The 2.4-kilometer route follows the natural terrain and offers a good introduction to skiing beyond the groomed slopes.
For experienced skiers, the well-known descents on the eastern side of the mountain offer a much greater challenge. With steep slopes and demanding mountain terrain, these runs are a popular destination for freeride skiers from across Norway.
Ski at your own risk
All skiing and travel in the mountain terrain is at your own risk. Always assess the weather, snow and avalanche conditions before setting out.

Kongeloungen (King's lounge)

Provianten

Getting here
Gaustabanen is easy to reach by car, with a driving time of around 3 hours from Oslo, 4.5 hours from Kristiansand and 6–7 hours from Stavanger and Bergen. You can also travel by bus or combine bus and train connections.
From Oslo
From Oslo, follow the E18 towards Drammen, then take the E134 towards Kongsberg. After Kongsberg, follow Route 37 towards Notodden, then continue towards Rjukan and up the mountain to Gaustabanen. The journey takes around 3 hours.
From Bergen
From Bergen, follow the E39 towards Åsane and continue until you reach the E16. Follow the E16 towards Flåm and continue east before connecting with Route 7 towards Geilo. From Geilo, follow Route 40 and continue towards Rjukan and Gaustabanen. The journey takes around 6–7 hours.
Places to stay nearby

Gausta Sportell
Kvitåvatnvegen 51, 3660 Rjukan
Phone: +47 455 02 222
Email: post@gaustabanen.no
Book tickets for Gaustabanen
www.gaustabanen.no

