The Scandes

Visit the fjords, lakes, and forests in the Scandinavian mountains between June and August. From Oslo to the Northern territories, discover the gravel highways and a simple lifestyle, close to nature.

Presentation

In partnership with Fara Cycling, come and explore Norway’s capital and its surrounding area. You will be kitted out in their cycling center and provided with locally designed gravel bikes that are perfectly suited for the Scandinavian trails. 

From the moment you leave Oslo, prepare for a total immersion in nature, crossing endless forests and crystal-clear lakes that are ideal for a refreshing break.

This is a dream destination, where gravel biking is the best way to eat up kilometers of five star tracks without seeing a single car. We will take you to typical huts, like in Kikutstua where you can enjoy a heart shaped Vaffel (Norwegian waffle). You will find that the best recovery after a day ride is to jump into a fjord after a break in a floating sauna.

Here’s just a few reasons why you should come ride here with us:

  • Everything is included. You just need to bring your best smile and we’ll take care of the rest!

  • A local guide for the entire trip.

  • Quality bikes to hire from our local brand partner Fara Cycling, either standard or electric.

  • Experience Scandinavia like never before with yoga, wellbeing and local wine/food tastings.

So, what do you say: see you in Norway?

Choose your expedition level

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Adventurer
From €1,490
Duration:
3 days / 3 nights
Daily distance:
40 - 60 km
Daily elevation:
500 - 1000M+
Difficulty:
3 / 10

Welcome to a long weekend in Oslo, between fjord and forests. With just a few pedal strokes, we’ll take you to Normarka, Østmarka and Sognsvann, gorgeous woodlands and a gravel biking paradise.

Explorer
From €2,490
Duration:
5 days / 4 nights
Daily distance:
60 - 80 km
Daily elevation:
1000 - 1500M+
Difficulty:
6 / 10

From and back to Oslo, this five-day point to point itinerary will take you to the capital’s North-West. An adventure between fjords, lakes, forests, and unforgettable gravel tracks, this is the perfect introduction to what Scandinavian gravel biking has to offer.

Gravel Up, our expeditions to discover Norway on a gravel bike.

Our team has designed three routes to satisfy all types of riders, from sporty riders to bikepacking enthusiasts.

Together we go for a 3 to 5 days adventure, to discover breathtaking landscapes of the Oslo region. During your adventure, GravelUp takes care of everything for an unforgettable gravel experience: comfortable accommodations, breakfasts, meals and snacks adapted to the effort of cycling.

But not only that: our guides will introduce you to some of the local figures for some authentic and picturesque gourmet breaks. All you have to do is choose your formula and prepare your gravel for this memorable expedition.

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