Discover Lalm: Millstones and culture

Millstone history in Lalm

Kvennberget, also known as Tolstadkvennberget, is located in Lalm and is one of Norway’s oldest areas for millstone production. Written sources indicate that millstones were already being made there in the 15th century. Millstones were exported from Kvennberget both within Norway and abroad. In 1987, Kvennberget was protected as a cultural heritage site.

The Lalm community centre has an exhibition about the history of millstone production. Kvennberget is signposted from the Rv 15 near the Lalm community centre. Check visiting arrangements before planning a visit to the exhibition.

Getting around and staying in the area

To reach the route to Liatjønne, drive from Brekkevegen via Hovdassetrene. There is parking at Hovdassetrene. In winter, you can park on Brekkevegen and continue on foot from there to Hovdassetrene.

Lalm also has a bicycle shop with a workshop. As the business and its opening hours may change, check the latest information before planning to use the workshop.

More destinations in the wider Vågå destination

Jotunheimen National Park lies south of Vågå. The Valdresflye National Tourist Route runs between Hindsæter and Garli in the wider Vågå destination; a turnoff leads to Gjende. Seasonal road closures are possible, so check road conditions for your travel dates.

Express bus services to Western Norway and central parts of Eastern Norway provide access to the wider Vågå destination. Otta railway station is 25 minutes from Vågå; from there, you can continue by bus to Vågå. Check the latest connections and timetables before travelling.

Jutulheimen in Vågå comprises nine historic wooden houses arranged like the farmyard of an old large farm. The buildings date from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries and were brought together from different farms in Vågå. The buildings and exhibitions open by appointment; confirm the dates before visiting.

Ullinsvin in Vågå served as a vicarage for several centuries, until 1981, and comprises 13 buildings, most of which are protected. Galleri Ullinsvin hosts exhibitions every year featuring some of the country’s most prominent artists.

The Dagsturhytta in Vågå, on Kvarbergåsen, is an accessible hiking destination for the whole family and is open to everyone year-round. The route starts at Ullinsvin and follows Hølvegen and Likvegen. The Munch walk in Vågå is 1.32 kilometres long and has an elevation gain of 97 metres. At three stops, you can listen to one episode of the audio drama “Oldemors portrett” at each stop. As trail conditions can vary, check them before setting out. The distance in kilometres indicates the route length, while the elevation in metres indicates the elevation gain.

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