Cycling in Oppdal

Oppdal has fantastic cycling opportunities, both for trail biking and gravel biking. Here you will find routes with varying distances and elevation, and trails with different difficulty levels, so it is easy to find something suitable for everyone. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced cyclist, Oppdal offers genuine cycling pleasure in spectacular nature – so just get on your bike and enjoy everything Oppdal has to offer!

If you wish to rent bikes, this can be done at Bårdsgarden, Bortistu, or at BUA Oppdal.

Here are our best tips for trail biking and gravel biking in Oppdal,

Trail Biking:

Easier trails

Sykkelparken in Kåsen – perfect for technique training and play. Many varied trails that are both prepared and natural.

Raudhovden or Trånnåryggen – a fun and playful trail with flow sections and great views over Gjevilvassdalen. 5.1 km round trip and 299 meters elevation.

Svarthausæterstien – perfect for beginners who want to try trail biking. The trail offers easy forest terrain and a fun experience. 4 km round trip and 250 meters elevation.

Moderate trails

Bårdsfjellet – a popular trail with varied terrain offering flow and technical sections. 7.1 km round trip and 350 meters elevation.

Våttåhaugen – a fun loop with a nice climb at the start, followed by a long, flowing descent. 7.1 km round trip and 400 meters elevation.

Mjøastigen – a scenic loop with flow, technical sections, and nice descents. 7 km loop and 350 meters elevation.

Vetlehornet – a playful trail with fast sections and fun features. 5 km round trip and 300 meters elevation.

Challenging trails

Skjørstadstien – a trail that winds down Hovden with fun turns and small drops. An epic ride for experienced cyclists. 6 km round trip and 700 meters elevation.

Gravel Biking:

Easy

Gjevilvassdalen/Leverdalen – a family-friendly ride in beautiful nature. The route follows a gravel road along Gjevilvatnet with views towards Trollheimen. Approx. 30 km round trip and gentle ascent.

Moderate

Storlidalen to Tovatna – a gravel road into beautiful Storlidalen to the idyllic mountain lake Tovatna. Approx. 24 km round trip and moderate ascent.

Advanced

Long ride in the high mountains, Oppdal to Nerskogen via Gunnes – a loop with spectacular terrain, long climbs, and fast descents. Length varies and a ride with large elevation differences.