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Train to and from Lillehammer

If you want to experience some of the multitude of what Lillehammer has to offer then the train is the smart choice. When you get off the train at Lillehammer station, you are in the town centre with almost everything you could want nearby.

White ski slopes with jumps with blue sky and mountains in the background.

Welcome to Lillehammer

Lillehammer is centrally located and accessible on the eastern shore of Lake Mjøsa thanks to its stop on the Dovre Line. All trains stops in the town centre meaning that everything you could need is nearby. Here you will find restaurants and eateries, accommodation options, shopping and cultural hotspots all within a stone’s throw of the station.

A paradise for the whole family

Lillehammer is home to a wide and varied assortment of experiences. The town hosts two amusement parks in the shape of Hunderfossen and Lilleputthammer which are guaranteed to delight children of all ages. The more daring may want to test drive the Olympic Bobsleigh and Luge track, where they’ll reach speeds of up to 100 km/h.

The Maihaugen open-air museum

When you get off the train at Lillehammer station, you’re not far from Maihaugen (image overleaf) – an open-air museum in an idyllic setting where they bring history to life and you can see at first hand what life was like in the past. Shop in a general store from the first decade of the twentieth century, or pass the time of day with a housewife from the 1930s. Or why not visit a thirteenth century building or rediscover the fashion and design trends from the 1980s – you can do it all at Maihaugen.

Year-round experiences

When you take the train to Lillehammer, there are so many things to do and see regardless of the season. In winter, there are dozens of kilometres of freshly-laid ski trails nearby, while the alpine centres at Hafjell, Kvitfjell and Skeikampen offer plenty for thrillseekers looking for a speedboost. In the spring, summer and autumn there are a plethora of activities on offer, including cycling, trekking, rafting and horse riding.

Olympic memories

For many, Lillehammer remains tied to the 1994 Winter Olympics – all the facilities used during the games remain to this day and can still be visit. Anyone keen to learn more should stop by the Norwegian Olympic Museum, which is well worth a visit.

Taking the train to Lillehammer – the smart environmental choice

Lillehammer is a Sustainable Destination as part of the national labelling scheme for destinations that are actively working to reduce the negative environmental impact of travel and tourism.What better way to support that than by travelling the green way next time you head to Lillehammer by taking the train? Timetables and fares are available through the Vy app and at vy.no. Book early to secure the cheapest tickets!