Valdres offers a number of examples of stave churches, some dating back to viking times 1000 years ago. The Slidre Domkirken (Stone Cathedral), and stave kirken at Lomen are two of the many examples of churches from medieval times. There are examples of runic writing and viking carving in these ancient relics. They are not generally open for tours, however, many of them are staffed by students in the summer months. They will provide tours at designated times, usually for about 20 kroner (2007 prices).
Slidredomen Church in Slidre, Oppland
Lomen stave kirke in Lomen, Oppland
Valdresflye, (RV51 from Beitostølen to Vågå), . "A drive across Valdresflye provides an endless vista of countless mountains and lakes. Passing its highest point at 1389 metres above sea level, it grazes the edge of Jotunheimen National Park. In the adjacent areas Heidal, Sjodalen and Valdres, you’ll find a well-kept countryside that is rich in tradition. Rafting in the Sjoa will get your adrenaline pumping." �
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