Best of Lom

Top itineraries and travel advice in and around Lom
Gateway to spectacular mountain scenery, Lom has a storied past that dates back to the Old Norse Sagas. The 11th-century Lom Stavkyrkje, an elaborately carved Norman-style Stave church, looms high over the village, while the steep surrounding hills and churning rapids of the Bøvra River set the stage for memorable outdoor adventures. Lom’s biggest draw is Jotunheimen National Park, an adventurer’s playground just south of town.

Previous kimkim travelers have immersed themselves in the mystique of Lom on guided walks through the village center. You can gain insight into Norwegian traditions and folklore on a visit to the Lom Bygdamuseum, with its collection of 19th-century farm buildings, as well as a weathered hut where St Olav allegedly slept. The towering peaks of Jotunheimen are a siren song for nature lovers. Customized guided walking tours take you to thundering waterfalls, glaciers and wildflower-filled valleys amid Norway’s highest mountain range.
Plan your trip to Norway
Chat with a local specialist who can help organize your trip.
 Church and Otta River in Lom in Norway
Map of Oslo, the Fjord Region & Lom: Best Itinerary Ideas
Oslo, the Fjord Region & Lom: Best Itinerary Ideas

For most travelers, 11 to 14 days is the perfect amount of time for a Norway trip, with stops in Oslo, the Fjord Region, and Lom. If you don't mind a fast-paced journey, you can see the highlights of this route in less time—as few as six to 10 days. With more time, you can enjoy extra activities at each stop or a few days in another region like Skei, Loen, or Hurtigruten. Keep reading for more inspiring Oslo, Fjord Region, and Lom itineraries.

A beautiful river runs through Lom
Map of Norway's Fjords, Farms & Mountains - 11 Days
Norway's Fjords, Farms & Mountains - 11 Days

This exciting, yet relaxing, adventure combines cultural and outdoor elements across Western Norway for the ultimate summer road trip. Start in Oslo where you'll have a day to check out the capital before traveling by train and ferry to pick up your car. From here, drive around farms, villages, and towns with opportunities to hike, bike, kayak, and river raft in the area's glorious scenery. You'll eventually drop off your car and catch a fjordcruise to Bergen's colorful wharf, loaded with restaurants.

A rushing river in the town of Lom—gateway to Jotunheimen National Park
Map of Norway Outdoor Adventure: Oslo to Trondheim - 10 Days
Norway Outdoor Adventure: Oslo to Trondheim - 10 Days

Hiking enthusiasts will love this 10-day summer adventure in Central Norway's great outdoors. You'll climb several of the best summits with a guide, and take memorable drives through mountains, fjord-side villages, and working farms. There's also time to hit the water with a kayak in the UNESCO-protected Geirangerfjord and take a rafting trip in the Driva River. Plus, with overnight stops in Oslo and Trondheim, you'll experience just the right dose of urban fun.

View on the  Seven Sisters Waterfalls, Geiranger
Map of Oslo, Aurland, Ålesund, Geiranger & Lom: Best Itinerary Ideas
Oslo, Aurland, Ålesund, Geiranger & Lom: Best Itinerary Ideas

Twelve days to two weeks is a great length for a Norway trip with stops in Oslo, Aurland, Ålesund, Geiranger, and Lom. Travelers with less time can hit the route's highlights in 8 to 11 days, which makes for a fast-paced journey. Or, extend your trip and explore more of the country—some of the best-loved trip extensions include Skei or Bergen. Get inspired with our Oslo, Aurland, Ålesund, Geiranger, and Lom trip ideas below.

Take in the stunning views of Norway's Geirangerfjord
Map of Summer Road Trip: Mountains & Fjords - 14 Days
Summer Road Trip: Mountains & Fjords - 14 Days

Steer a relaxing two-week course through Norway's spectacular landscapes from Jotunheimen National Park to the depths of Sognefjord, the country's deepest fjord. You'll enjoy the freedom of setting your own pace when visiting museums and UNESCO World Heritage Sites, not to mention plenty of opportunities to get out in nature and explore.

The UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord where you'll spend three nights
Map of Summer Road Trip: Mountains & Fjords - 12 Days
Summer Road Trip: Mountains & Fjords - 12 Days

Steer a relaxing 12-day course through the highs and lows of Norway's spectacular landscapes from Jotunheimen National Park to the depths of Sognefjord, the country's deepest fjord. You'll enjoy the freedom of setting your own pace when visiting museums and UNESCO World Heritage Sites, not to mention plenty of opportunities to get out in nature and explore the wonders around you. Buckle up and pack your camera—this is going to be one gorgeous drive!

Norway's longest and deepest fjord
Map of Western Norway Summer Road Trip - 12 Days
Western Norway Summer Road Trip - 12 Days

This road trip itinerary combines some of Norway's best fjords, mountains, villages, and cities. Start in Oslo where you'll have time to check out the exciting capital before taking the train and ferry to pick up your car. Then, travel at your own pace to various hiking trails, UNESCO-listed marvels, picturesque fjords, and even a national park boasting the country's highest peaks. To end the adventure, return your car and catch a fjordcruise to Bergen—a lively wharf city surrounded by seven mountains.

Dramatic hairpin turns on the Trollstigen Road.
Map of Norway Scenic Road Trip - 14 Days
Norway Scenic Road Trip - 14 Days

Starting and ending in Oslo, this wide loop covers a staggering variety of landscapes where'll you drive through three of Norway's official scenic routes. First, make your way to a former Olympic village and two national parks loaded with wildlife, then head west for hiking and boating in the fjords. Stay two nights in the art nouveau city of Ålesund before you swing back around towards Jotunheimen National Park. Finish in the alpine village of Lom with one of the best restaurants and bakeries in Norway.

Drive along some of Scandinavia's most beautiful roads.
Map of Nordic Road Trip for Nature Lovers - 14 Days
Nordic Road Trip for Nature Lovers - 14 Days

Take the wheel on this relaxed self-guided road trip as you travel through five of Norway's official scenic routes. Over two weeks you'll encounter a number of stunning fjords, national parks, cool mountain towns, farm stands, and varying landscapes with mile-long views. Finish the adventure with some urban culture in Norway's second largest city (Bergen) with its great restaurant scene and wharfside UNESCO World Heritage Site.  

See charming Ålesund's Art Nouveau buildings
Map of Western Norway & Oslo Cultural Adventure - 15 Days
Western Norway & Oslo Cultural Adventure - 15 Days

Travel by train, hike mountains, boat along a fjord, and mountain bike down a valley on this 15-day journey that's perfect for active, adventure-seeking travelers. Soak up culture and creativity in Oslo before making an epic train journey to the west coast, where the real fun starts. You'll hike Jotunheim National Park, drive the spectacular Atlantic Ocean Road, ride the scenic Flåm Railway, see Art Nouveau houses in Ålesund, and zigzag along 11 twisting hairpin bends on the Trollstigen road.

Hike up to Norway's Romsdalseggen ridge
Map of Bergen to Trondheim Outdoor Adventure -14 Days
Bergen to Trondheim Outdoor Adventure -14 Days

This road trip starts and ends in two of Norway's biggest cities, with outdoor activities like hiking, kayaking and rafting along the way.  Designed for active travelers, this is a perfect excursion for anyone who wants to experience the beauty of Norway's great outdoors.

Take the kids to Norway and discover the stunning landscapes on a family hike
Map of Active Family Adventure in Norway: Oslo, Fjords & Bergen - 14 Days
Active Family Adventure in Norway: Oslo, Fjords & Bergen - 14 Days

Perfect for families with older kids, this epic Norway adventure whizzes you across mountains, glaciers, and fjords as you drive from the pint-sized cultural capital of Oslo to the seven peaks of Bergen. Along the way, you'll whitewater raft in Voss, head to the skies via cable car in Loen, and experience the thrill of Trollstigen's famous hairpin bends. Don't worry, there's time for relaxation, too, as you kayak the gentle Aurlandsfjord and experience the unique stillness of Norway's most famous fjords.

Hike the narrow ridge of the Romsdalseggen trail for epic vistas
Map of Fjord Active Adventure: Bergen to Trondheim - 15 Days
Fjord Active Adventure: Bergen to Trondheim - 15 Days

Explore Norway's famous fjords, snow-capped mountains, and stunning waterfalls on this 15-day tour—perfect for active travelers with a love of hiking and the great outdoors—that starts in UNESCO-listed Bergen and finishes at Trondheim. Drive alongside the famous Sognefjord, paddle on glacial lakes in Jostedalsbreen National Park, take a beautiful train journey from Flåm and enjoy the warmer months when Norway's hiking trails are open and the waterfalls are flowing.

Other popular travel destinations in Norway
Fjord Region · Oslo · Bergen · Northern Norway · Tromsø · Flåm · Aurland · Lofoten Islands · Balestrand · Mountain Region · Ålesund · Senja · Alta · Svolvær · Stavanger · Lusterfjorden · Trondheim · Fjærland · Vesterålen · Geilo · Geiranger · Reine · Åndalsnes · Bodø · Odda · Voss · Røros · Gudvangen · Kalvåg · Florø · Karasjok · Kirkenes · Værlandet · Sørlandet · Finse · Valldal · Haugastøl · Honningsvåg · Hjørundfjord · Lyngen · Dovrefjell