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A Mountain biking weekend at Norrøna Canvas Telemark

Our own unique lodge in the wilderness

A Mountain biking weekend at Norrøna Canvas Telemark

Our own unique lodge in the wilderness

From USD 742
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Staying at Canvas Telemark is, for many, the ideal way to experience world-class trail biking right from the doorstep of a unique and isolated safari-style camp. With 120 kilometers of varied paths over ice-polished smooth rocks, rocky cliffs, and hilly terrain as far as the eye can see, this is a fantastic biking adventure that simply must be experienced.

Highlights

  • Explore 120 km of paths with countless bridges
  • Start biking right from your yurt, eliminating the stress of transport
  • Ride over smooth, polished rocks offering varying technical difficulties (Beginners and experts can ride side-by-side)
  • Unwind in wood-fired saunas, outdoor bathtubs, or enjoy a cold swim in the pond.
  • Stay in traditional Kyrgyz yurt-style tents 

  • Enjoy incredible meals cooked over wood-fired stoves

Together, we'll explore the unique landscape of Nissedal on world-class trails by bike before we retreat to a relaxed lounge and bonfire area. After a full day on the trail, it's an amazing feeling to soak in a warm outdoor bathtub or indulge in a hot wilderness shower before we gather for dinner in the restaurant. 

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3/6

For bookings and availability, please use this link: Norrøna Canvas Telemark - Booking and availability

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Day by day

Espen Bierud - Canvas Hotel exterior overview
Espen Bierud - Canvas Hotel Marcus on bridge
Colin Eick - Canvas Hotel Interior

Day 1:Arrival day

We’ll meet you at the car park a couple of kilometers from the hotel. The luggage is driven up to the hotel with separate transport. We try to arrange for everyone to take a short trip by bike or on foot upon arrival. You can also just enjoy something good in a glass in the lounge, in front of one of our fireplaces or in one of the saunas. Dinner is served between 19:00 and 20:00.

We’ll meet you at the car park a couple of kilometers from the hotel. The luggage is driven up to the hotel with separate transport. We try to arrange for everyone to take a short trip by bike or on foot upon arrival. You can also just enjoy something good in a glass in the lounge, in front of one of our fireplaces or in one of the saunas. Dinner is served between 19:00 and 20:00.

Norrøna Canvas Telemark

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Mountain bike festival 8
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Day 2:Mountain biking

You will be woken up with fresh coffee delivered to your yurt, then a hearty breakfast will be served in our restaurant or outdoors. We plan the day based on the weather, guest wishes and biking conditions, so that it is optimal for everyone. Our guides also divide you according to level so that everyone can find a group on a similar experience level. We return for lunch and have a quiet time in the yurt, or with another activity. Those who want to take an afternoon trip can do so, or you can choose to enjoy the silence of our camp while the others are on their trip. After a day of lots of exercise and fresh air, it feels extra nice with a refreshing bath in the pond, followed by a trip to the sauna with something good in the glass. In the lounge, you can buy some snacks or refreshments before we enjoy a wonderful 3-course meal between seven and eight o'clock.

You will be woken up with fresh coffee delivered to your yurt, then a hearty breakfast will be served in our restaurant or outdoors. We plan the day based on the weather, guest wishes and biking conditions, so that it is optimal for everyone. Our guides also divide you according to level so that everyone can find a group on a similar experience level. We return for lunch and have a quiet time in the yurt, or with another activity. Those who want to take an afternoon trip can do so, or you can choose to enjoy the silence of our camp while the others are on their trip. After a day of lots of exercise and fresh air, it feels extra nice with a refreshing bath in the pond, followed by a trip to the sauna with something good in the glass. In the lounge, you can buy some snacks or refreshments before we enjoy a wonderful 3-course meal between seven and eight o'clock.

Norrøna Canvas Telemark

B,L,D

3-4 hours

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Day 3:Departure day

You will be woken up with coffee in the yurt, then a hearty breakfast. We take a ride on the bike before lunch and check out at 12 pm.

You will be woken up with coffee in the yurt, then a hearty breakfast. We take a ride on the bike before lunch and check out at 12 pm.

Norrøna Canvas Telemark

B,L,-

1-2 hours

We’ll meet you at the car park a couple of kilometers from the hotel. The luggage is driven up to the hotel with separate transport. We try to arrange for everyone to take a short trip by bike or on foot upon arrival. You can also just enjoy something good in a glass in the lounge, in front of one of our fireplaces or in one of the saunas. Dinner is served between 19:00 and 20:00.

Norrøna Canvas Telemark

-,-,D

You will be woken up with fresh coffee delivered to your yurt, then a hearty breakfast will be served in our restaurant or outdoors. We plan the day based on the weather, guest wishes and biking conditions, so that it is optimal for everyone. Our guides also divide you according to level so that everyone can find a group on a similar experience level. We return for lunch and have a quiet time in the yurt, or with another activity. Those who want to take an afternoon trip can do so, or you can choose to enjoy the silence of our camp while the others are on their trip. After a day of lots of exercise and fresh air, it feels extra nice with a refreshing bath in the pond, followed by a trip to the sauna with something good in the glass. In the lounge, you can buy some snacks or refreshments before we enjoy a wonderful 3-course meal between seven and eight o'clock.

Norrøna Canvas Telemark

B,L,D

3-4 hours

You will be woken up with coffee in the yurt, then a hearty breakfast. We take a ride on the bike before lunch and check out at 12 pm.

Norrøna Canvas Telemark

B,L,-

1-2 hours

What's included in the price

Included

Not included

Changes may occur

We reserve the right to change prices. The day by day program is a guideline and changes may occur. You can refer to our general travel conditions for more information.

Travel insurance

On all our trips, we require you to have full health and accident insurance which will also cover any emergency transport home. Read more about travel insurance.

Highlights

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Safety & Grading

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  • 24 hour emergency response
  • Guides trained in wilderness first aid
  • Basic medication and first aid kits available

Physical level

3/6 Physical

Some segments of the journey may prove challenging. It's essential to possess a solid level of fitness prior to departure. Persistence will be required in reaching the trip's goal.

Comfort level

4/6 Comfort

Simple to good quality inns, such as small family hotels, B&Bs and agrotourism (farmhouses), usually with private bathrooms.

Risk level

3/6 Risk

Activities/trips with some risk. Certain incidents may occur, and they may be of such a nature that they may require professional help.

Traning and preparations

For this trip, prior experience with trail biking is highly recommended. Some of the stages can be quite challenging, necessitating a solid foundation in training and robust health before embarking on this adventure. If you have any inquiries regarding your training regimen or your skill level, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Accommodation

At Canvas Hotel, you’ll stay in luxury yurts that set a high bar for glamping standards. A yurt is the traditional nomadic home of Mongolia and surrounding regions, and has been widely used for thousands of years. Enjoy a high quality sleep in Hästens beds on an island in the middle of Telemark's wilderness. Each yurt is equipped with a wood burning stove and a private toilet with your bike, the restaurant and the spa/showers only a few meters away.

Other information

We ask you to bring a large piece of luggage (we recommend a duffel bag, as this is easier to handle in the terrain we travel) for clothes and other necessary things, you need for the trip. We also ask you to bring a small daypack that you can use when we are biking.

How to get there

Canvas Telemark is located in the highlands, in an isolated area 7 km from the nearest village. The hotel can not be accessed via vehicle, but you can park where the road ends and cycle or walk in. A host from Canvas Hotel will meet you when you park to help with your luggage so you can freely walk the path that takes about half an hour's walk (about 2 km) to the camp.

"The idea is that you should put aside the hustle and bustle of everyday life in the car park, and have plenty of time to get in touch with nature before you check in," - Thomas, Norrøna Canvas Telemark Site Manager

Transportation

We want to encourage travels to choose eco-friendly transport. Please contact us for recommendations! Groups are encouraged to rent a bus or take the train to Gjerstad and a bus from there. Options we can help you arrange:

  • For large groups rent a bus
  • Public transport (train + taxi)
  • Mini busses and cars
  • Rental car
Distance by car
  1. Oslo city centre: 3,5 hours, 255 km
  2. Oslo airport Gardermoen: 4 hours, 300 km
  3. Torp airport: 2 hours, 145 km
  4. Kristiansand airport: 2 hours, 120 km
One night stay in Oslo?

Would you like to add an overnight stay in Oslo before or after your trip to Canvas? Contact us, and we’ll help you arrange it.

Note regarding the itinerary

IMPORTANT: Please take into consideration that the itinerary above only is an example itinerary. This means that the day-to-day program is flexible, and that it can be adjusted to you and your travel partners preferences.

Equipment list

This list is intended as a guideline, so that we have what we need regardless of the weather we get on the trip. Remember that you can also get used outdoor equipment that works perfectly. Get in touch if you have any questions. TIP: We recommend that you have the most important equipment in your hand luggage, for example hiking boots and gore-tex jacket/trousers.

Obligatory

Clothing

Wool or synthetic. Avoid cotton. 

We recommend thin wool.

Fleece or wool. 

Waterproof jacket and pants.

Thin, ultra light.

Footwear

Solid, with a solid sole. Such as approaches shoes.

Equipment

Avoid bringing a suitcase, they are more difficult to transport between hotels.

In this pack, you’ll carry what you need during the day on the hike: extra clothes, food, water, snacks, etc. Remember a rain cover. Around 30 liters, give or take, is suitable.

Personal medicines and, for example, band-aids, blister plaster, sports tape, throat lozenges, nasal drops, Paracetamol/Ibuprofen, stomach regulators, etc.
We need to know about all medicines you are taking, in case something happens. 

Tooth brush, tooth paste, small towel, ear plugs, wet wipes, biodegradable soap, etc.

Need to fit in a standard bottle holder on the bike.

Full suspension bike for mountain biking on trails.

Recommended

Clothing

Hat or headband

Full-finger gloves, for protection.

Pants/shorts, long/short sleeved shirt (wool or synthetic), thin and light windbreaker. Padded bike shorts if preferred. Dress according to the weather and temperature.

Footwear

Shoes for mountain biking, flat sole or SPD is ok - bring what fits your pedals, and that you are used to/comfortable with.

Equipment

Remember new/extra batteries.

Toilet paper, antibac, and waste bags for the paper. Remember leave no trace.

Useful

Clothing

For evenings and leasure days.

Footwear
Equipment

Nuts, chocolate, energy bars, etc.

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