Peer Gynt cultural festival
In Gudbrandsdalen, an hour north of Hafjell, Henrik Ibsen's world-famous drama "Peer Gynt" and the historical Per Gynt are celebrated during one of Norway's foremost cultural festivals. Experience Norwegian drama, music and nature in the middle of Peer Gynt's kingdom.
In scenic Gudbrandsdalen, just an hour north of Hafjell, Henrik Ibsen's iconic work "Peer Gynt" and the historical figure Per Gynt are celebrated during one of Norway's most renowned cultural festivals. Enjoy magical moments of Norwegian drama, music and spectacular scenery right in the heart of Peer Gynt's kingdom.
Plan next year's unforgettable trip to the Peer Gynt festival and give employees, customers or partners a unique experience they won't soon forget. With our accommodation as a base, Hafjell Hotel is the perfect starting point for excursions to Gålå.
Ten years after his first appearance as Peer Gynt at Gålå, Mads Ousdal is back on stage. The entire award-winning team, led by director Erik Ulfsby, is behind this latest production that is sure to impress.
Gudbrandsdalen combines exciting stories with magnificent nature experiences. Presented in a poignant way, this unique blend will touch both you and your travel companions. You go home enriched with memories and inspiration.
The Peer Gynt events offer experiences that promote identity, reflection and unity – whether it's a special celebration for inh2iduals or unforgettable moments for companies. Make it extra exciting by taking a bus from Hafjell Hotel along the Peer Gynt road to the festival – a beautiful travel experience in itself.
Photo credit to Bård Gundersen, and scenography illustrations from MIR/Snøhetta 2019.
The journey from Hafjell Hotell to Gålåvatnet in Sør-Fron takes about 1 hour by car.
Travel information
Distance: Approx. 67.7 kilometers.
Driving time: Around 1 hour and 1 minute under normal traffic conditions.
Route: The fastest way is via the E6 north to Sør-Fron. Turn off towards Gålåvegen and follow the signs up to Gålå.
Transportation options
Car: Your own vehicle is the most flexible option for this route.
Bus (Peer Gynt game): During the annual Peer Gynt festival, separate bus departures are often set up from Lillehammer and Hafjell directly to the open-air stage at Gålåvatnet.
Train/Bus: It is possible to take a train to Vinstra or Ringebu, and a bus from there, but this requires careful planning of corresponding routes via Entur
Plan next year's unforgettable trip to the Peer Gynt festival and give employees, customers or partners a unique experience they won't soon forget. With our accommodation as a base, Hafjell Hotel is the perfect starting point for excursions to Gålå.
Ten years after his first appearance as Peer Gynt at Gålå, Mads Ousdal is back on stage. The entire award-winning team, led by director Erik Ulfsby, is behind this latest production that is sure to impress.
Gudbrandsdalen combines exciting stories with magnificent nature experiences. Presented in a poignant way, this unique blend will touch both you and your travel companions. You go home enriched with memories and inspiration.
The Peer Gynt events offer experiences that promote identity, reflection and unity – whether it's a special celebration for inh2iduals or unforgettable moments for companies. Make it extra exciting by taking a bus from Hafjell Hotel along the Peer Gynt road to the festival – a beautiful travel experience in itself.
Photo credit to Bård Gundersen, and scenography illustrations from MIR/Snøhetta 2019.
The journey from Hafjell Hotell to Gålåvatnet in Sør-Fron takes about 1 hour by car.
Travel information
Distance: Approx. 67.7 kilometers.
Driving time: Around 1 hour and 1 minute under normal traffic conditions.
Route: The fastest way is via the E6 north to Sør-Fron. Turn off towards Gålåvegen and follow the signs up to Gålå.
Transportation options
Car: Your own vehicle is the most flexible option for this route.
Bus (Peer Gynt game): During the annual Peer Gynt festival, separate bus departures are often set up from Lillehammer and Hafjell directly to the open-air stage at Gålåvatnet.
Train/Bus: It is possible to take a train to Vinstra or Ringebu, and a bus from there, but this requires careful planning of corresponding routes via Entur
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