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Norway by gravel bike, the route to paradise.
Getting away from the crowds, mass tourism and all it’s trappings is what a bike trip to Norway is all about.
Norway is a mythical place for nature lovers, adventure lovers and those in search of some space. In this northern corner of Europe you’ll find spectacular scenery, jaw dropping fjords, majestic mountain, glaciers, waterfalls, crystal clear lakes… the list goes on!
👉 You can find all our trips to Norway HERE
Why explore Norway by gravel bike?
The best way to explore the delights of Norway is without a doubt by bike, and particularly a gravel bike as they are ideal for the gravel paths and country backroads that crisscross the country.
Being able to get off the beaten track means you’ll discover the local culture and the wild landscapes in a much more intimate way, meaning authenticity a-plenty. Every pedal stroke is richly rewarded.
The Norwegian infrastructure is perfect for cycling, with smooth gravel tracks, super quiet roads and loads of accommodation well suited to cyclists. Which all adds up to a great bike trip.
It’s one of the best countries for “Slow Travel” exploration… to make the most of nature. It’s also a great way to get adventuring far from where is accessible by vehicle.
So to sum up, a bike trip in Norway is an unforgettable and unique experience, with breath-taking scenery, a local culture passionate about the outdoors, great cycling infrastructure, and of course the chance to make the most of all the dream gravel trails. All in a totally unique landscape, making for an experience not to be missed.
Join us for an out-of-this-world adventure!
Gravel Up have put together a bike adventure for you starting from the capital Oslo. We’ll take you on a trip like nothing else, meeting people and living an adventure en route.
Here’s some reasons why you should come ride here with us:
3 to 5 days of point to point riding, with 40 - 80kms a day on incredible trails, in a relaxed atmosphere and with no timekeeping.
Follow our local guide and make the most of each and every trail that they’ve planned for you.
We take care of everything! You just need to get yourself to Oslo and home again.
Wellness - relaxation or meditation for a total unwind.
Top end carbon gravel bikes from Fara Cycling available for you to rent and try out.
Join us for an out-of-this-world adventure.
We’ve got a special one off trip with the founder of Fara Cycling just for you. How about an out-of-this-world gravel trip in the heart of the Scandinavian mountains?
👉 Find out about all our Norway trips HERE
So will you come ride with us?
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Top 3 sporting activities to experience in Aveyron!
Découvrez l'Aveyron, un véritable paradis pour les amoureux de la nature et de l'aventure ! Plongez dans les Grands Causses, où les activités sportives sont à l'honneur : du vélo à l'escalade, de la randonnée à la spéléologie... Il y en a pour tous les goûts ! Laissez-vous séduire par ce terrain de jeu infini. Prêts pour des vacances sportives ?
How to take care of your rear-end on a multiday bike trip?
Point to point bike trips are becoming more and more popular but, depending on your kit, it can be a rude awakening for certain parts of your body! Saddle discomfort is one of the main issues that can ruin a good weeks cycling. But rest assured, it’s not inevitable. In fact there’s some easy steps you can take that will make all the difference and we reveal all in this article.
