10 best summeractivites in Ål

Ål in Hallingdal offers many great experiences in the summertime! We have gathered some of them in this article: 

1. Ål by hike - Either if you want to hike in the mountains, in the forrest or around Ål town centre. 

2. Ål by bike - If you are looking for challenging trails in the mountains or familyfriendy trails, you are in the right place. The gravel roads is also some of the best in the country. You can rent bikes at All Adventure, Skarslia and Bergsjøstølen Mountain Hut.  

3. Art & Culture - The small municipality of Ål is one of the greatest center for culture in Norway. You can visit the stave church at Torpo, the Rolf-Nesch museum, the rose paint museum or the folkmusic festival in May each year. The summer farms in the mountains is well-worth visit to taste some of the authentic tastes in Norwegian cuisine.

4. Climbing park, indoor playground and minigolf - At Topcamp hallingdal you will find fun activies for children and adults! There is also a restaurant, Bergatt Bistro. 

5. Riding with horses in the mountain - Have you dreamt about spending the day riding horses in the mountains? A once-in-a-lifetime experience in the wonderful mountain areas in Ål.

6. Boat-, canoe- and kayakhire - What a way to experience Ål by boat in the charming mountain lakes! 

7. The Sauna at Bergsjøstølen Mountain Hut - The panoramic views from the sauna is well-worth a visit. 

8.  Bathing spots - The best spots in Ål! 

9. Fishing - Some of the best lakes and rivers in Norway for troutfishing!

10. Explore Ål town centre - With a wide range of shops, you can find most of what you need. Several grocery shops, sport shops, clothing stores, restaurants and cafees. Ål Kulturhus has several museums, galleries, movie theatre and music/theatre scene.