"People thought I had gone mad"
The History Behind the Road
"People thought I had gone mad when I started road construction in 1934. Some were even looking forward to seeing me fail. They said they would gild the first car that made it up to Juvasshytta, but they didn’t keep their promise."
As early as 1934, Knut K. Vole began building a road up to Juvasshytta.
With a shovel, pickaxe, and wheelbarrow, he set to work.
To make a long story short, a road was eventually built from Raubergstulen to Juvasshytta.
Today, we have a paved road all the way to the entrance.
Galdhøpiggvegen is open for traffic during Juvasshytta’s season. The road is privately owned and operated.
Starting elevation: 550 meters above sea level
Final elevation: 1840 meters above sea level
All driving is subject to private legal regulations, and all users must accept the terms and conditions. Please note that driving with a caravan is not allowed.
Based on property rights and the Outdoor Recreation Act of June 28, 1957, No. 16 §4, the landowner has determined that all traffic must comply with the following conditions:
- The road may only be used by passenger cars with a road toll. Buses to Juvasshytta may only drive by agreement with the road owner.
- Driving with construction machinery is prohibited.
- Vehicles with caravans are not allowed.
- Violations will result in a fine of NOK 1,000, imposed under private legal regulations.
- Driving requires special competence and caution from the driver. Brakes and gears must be in proper working order. Tires/chains and similar equipment must be suited to weather and road conditions.
- All travel along the road is at the user’s own risk. The road owner disclaims all responsibility for any damage to persons or property on or along the road.
- The road may be closed at short notice. The barrier is under video surveillance.
During peak summer season, a bus service operates. See the link:
Bus schedule
