Kvitlen tourist cabin

In 2023, Kvitlen was Norway's 10th most popular tourist cabin on ut.no. If you visit the cabin in winter, there is a good chance that your stay will be a little extra peaceful.

Kvitlen Tourist Cabin

The tourist cabin is beautifully located on a ridge with a view over Kvitladalen. The river that winds past with bare rocks and small hills sparkles in the large window panes that face the valley and draw all the natural impressions into the cabin. The trip from Bjordal is probably the most popular route, in addition to being the shortest stretch up to the cabin.

Trip Description

In winter, parts of the red markings may be covered by snow. The trip is therefore recommended for those who are comfortable navigating by map and have some experience in the mountains. Crampons and snowshoes can be very helpful depending on the snow conditions.

The shortest way to Kvitlen starts from Bjordal, at the innermost part of Ørsdalen. The first part of the trail from Bjordal is steep and may feel somewhat tricky. The path continues up through the forested Sogstøllia, one of the most valuable birch forests in the county with features of primeval forest. After the trail junction towards Eikebrekka in the west, the route passes two streams and reaches the farm house at Brattebø, which with its remnants bears witness to settlement and activity in former times. The last stretch goes along the watercourse to the suspension bridge about 300 m west of the cabin.

Key Information

• Length: 5.5 km
• Duration: 3 hours
• Difficulty Level: Moderately demanding in summer and demanding in winter