Summer activities

Active days with mountain hikes, cycling, fishing, paddling, swimming, and golf are just some of the many activities available at Hovden at the top of Setesdal, 850 m.a.s.l. Use the links below to learn more about some of the possibilities when you stay at Hovden Høyfjellsenter.

Hovden Fjellbad

Here you will find everything from training pools and diving towers, an outdoor infinity pool to a children's pool, water slides, and a wellness area with a sauna and hot tub.

On foot in the mountains

Hovden is surrounded by large mountain areas
on all sides. Here you are invited out into a beautiful terrain where both adults and children can go mountain hiking.

Cycling in the high mountains

Well-marked mountain roads, signposted round trips, and fun trails await those who want to cycle at Hovden. Everything from road cycling to downhill biking. 

Fishing

Catch the big one, or make up your own fishing story at Hovden! Here you will find both rushing rivers and quiet mountain lakes where the trout rises and is ready to bite ...

Hegni outdoor area

Hegni is idyllically located by Hartevatn. Here there is a beach with a playground, beach volleyball court, water toys, and trampolines. You can rent a boat, canoe, kayak, and SUP boards, buy a fishing license, and rent nets. 

Peak trip with chairlift

Take the whole family on a great trip to the top of Mount Nos, which is 1,183 m.a.s.l. Feel free to bring your bike to try out some of the trails on the mountain!

Hunting and shooting center

Are you ready for this year's hunt, or do you need to brush up on your skills? At HovdenX, you have the opportunity to train your own skills as a hunter.

Shopping

In Hovden, you will find a wide selection of shops including groceries, gift items, clothing, art, furniture and trinkets, sports equipment, and Vinmonopolet.

Food and drink

A quick meal, "takeaway", a gourmet dinner, or just something nice to drink – the restaurants in Hovden offer a varied menu. Most of them use local ingredients in their dishes.