Lesja

Lesja municipality has approximately 2.170 inhabitants and covers a area of 2.259,0 km2. The area around Bjorli is a fantastic part of Norway where distances between the mountains, fjords and sea are short, you are invited to explore Norwegian culture, history and nature in a new and exciting way. Bjorli is full of exciting possibillities. Bjorli is a centre for both summer and winter adventures, and the mountain landscape invites guests to go fishing, walking in the mountains, canoeing and canyon hiking.

LESJA BYGDETUN

Lesja Bugdetun, by Lesja Church is a traditional inland farm rooming 12 buildings dating from the 18th and 19th century and portrays local inland culture, working life and living conditions from this time. Exhibits. Many activities during the summerseason, salesexhibits by local artists, sale of coffee and traditional bakery goods.

LESJA CHURCH

Lesja Church, "Our Savior´s chuch", built in 1697, delocated and renovated several times, but in 1957 restored to its original. Carvings, decorations, podium and altarpiece was made by Lucas Nielsen Gram. The benchseats are inscripted with the names of their occupants, with the rich in front and the criminals behind bars in the back, under lock and key.

MUSK OX SAFARI

A hunt for these rare animals with the prehistoric appearance! The guides know where the musk oxen wander and we can almost guarantee a sighting. There is also a good chance of coming across other animals that live in this mountain habitat. En route your guide will tell you about the flora and fauna of the national park.

MOUNTAINS

Svånåtind 2.209 metres, Larstind 2.106 metres and Østra Langvasstinden 2.085 metres.

HIKING

Trips in the mountains to Rånåkollen, Kleneggen or other mountain tops in the Bjorli area.

CANOEING

Paddling in the river Rauma and the beatiful Lake Lesjaskog. This is a great way of getting to know the different elements!

SKIING

Bjorli Skicenter has got 6 lifts, plus a lift for children, the ski lift café and 10 downhill tracks for all different skills. At Bjorli you can cross country skiing, slalom, telemark or snowboarding. A new downhill slope from the top of Fjellheisen (the mountain lift) and heading westwards down the Bjorli slope. A great alternative in combination with lift no. 3 and Fjellheisen. New technical section on the downhill slope on the NM (Norwegian Championship) slope. New terrain park in Knoll & Tott.

Heiskroa (the lift pub) is located on the lower part of the alpine facility, in the middle of the slope. Here you can "ski right up to your table" without having to take your skis off. Heiskroa has a separate fully licenced pub section. These premises are also eminently suitable for holding private events.

FISHING

The Rauma is one of the world´s most beautiful rivers and it has been a magnet for foreign tourists since the mid-19th century. English aristocrats have had a permanent base at Fiva House since 1876, and Lord Davenport is still a regular guest during the salmon fishing season. Experience some of Rauma´s cultural treasures and learn the fundamentals of fly-fishing. The Bjorli area is full of good fishing possibillities, both in rivers and lakes.

Fishing in mountain rivers and lakes. It is permitted to use most types of fishing equipment in the mountains. Many people use otter boards for fishing in mountain lakes, but most prefer to use a rod. The tackle should be light, with a line that is preferably not much thicker than 0.25 mm and small hooks. Small spinners and spoons also work well. Some mountain lakes are ideal for fly-fishing. The best salmon rivers are the Aura in Eikesdalen, Batnfjordselva in Batnfjord, the Eira in Eresfjorden, the Hustadelva at Hustad, the Malmeelva in Malmefjorden, the Moaelva in Sylteosen, the Oselva in Kleiveosen, the Rauma in Romsdalen, Tressa in Tresfjord and the Visa in Vistdalen. Sea trout migrate up the Oselva river and freshwater trout can be fished in the Visa, Moaelva and Hustadelva rivers.

Lesja is a unique area for those interested in hunting or fishing. Many of the mountain lakes are teeming with fish Lågen and Lesjaskogvannet are just two examples. Annual hunting season for wild reindeer, moose, and small game especially grouse. A State fishing licence is required and can be purchased at any post office. Fishing permits can be bought locally near the rivers.

GOLF

Bjorli Golfclub is a golf course with 6 holes and a variation of difficulties. The court is situated in beatiful surroundings at the bank of the river Rauma.