Vener av Balestrandfjella


We are a non-profit community organization in Norway, dedicated to maintaining mountain trails and promoting eco-tourism in the Balestrandfjella area. Through volunteer efforts and community partnerships, we strive to preserve the natural beauty and ensure accessible outdoor experiences for all.

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Our Mission

Our mission is to preserve and enhance the natural environment of Balestrandfjella by maintaining hiking trails, promoting sustainable tourism, and engaging the community in volunteer initiatives. We aim to provide safe, accessible, and inclusive outdoor experiences for people of all ages, while fostering a deeper connection between individuals and the unique mountain landscape of Norway.

A map on a signboard detailing hiking and biking trails, located in an outdoor setting with lush greenery and mountains in the background. The map includes marked paths with various difficulty levels and parking areas, featuring labels in Norwegian. The sign is mounted on a wooden post.
A map on a signboard detailing hiking and biking trails, located in an outdoor setting with lush greenery and mountains in the background. The map includes marked paths with various difficulty levels and parking areas, featuring labels in Norwegian. The sign is mounted on a wooden post.

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Our Services

Dedicated to maintaining and developing hiking trails in Balestrandfjella for everyone.

Trail Maintenance

We mark, repair, and build trails to ensure safe access to the beautiful mountains.

A hiker stands on a rocky outcrop, overlooking a majestic fjord surrounded by steep cliffs. The hiker is equipped with a large backpack and hiking poles. The fjord is filled with deep blue water and the scene is bathed in natural light from a partly cloudy sky.
A hiker stands on a rocky outcrop, overlooking a majestic fjord surrounded by steep cliffs. The hiker is equipped with a large backpack and hiking poles. The fjord is filled with deep blue water and the scene is bathed in natural light from a partly cloudy sky.
Community Involvement

Join us in preserving nature through volunteer opportunities and shared outdoor experiences.

Together, we can ensure future generations enjoy the stunning beauty of Balestrandfjella.

Nature Preservation
A narrow, stone-paved hiking trail leads up a grassy mountain ridge under a clear blue sky. Several hikers are walking along the path, which is bordered by wooden posts and wire fencing. The gentle slopes are covered with green grass and some shrubs.
A narrow, stone-paved hiking trail leads up a grassy mountain ridge under a clear blue sky. Several hikers are walking along the path, which is bordered by wooden posts and wire fencing. The gentle slopes are covered with green grass and some shrubs.
A narrow hiking trail winds along a grassy ridge, with a backdrop of jagged mountain peaks under a partly cloudy sky. Several hikers are visible on the path, enjoying the scenic cliffs.
A narrow hiking trail winds along a grassy ridge, with a backdrop of jagged mountain peaks under a partly cloudy sky. Several hikers are visible on the path, enjoying the scenic cliffs.

Trail Gallery

Explore our stunning hiking trails in Balestrandfjella.

A group of hikers walks along a winding trail through a lush green landscape with mountain peaks in the background. Pine trees and wildflowers line the path, creating a serene and picturesque scene.
A group of hikers walks along a winding trail through a lush green landscape with mountain peaks in the background. Pine trees and wildflowers line the path, creating a serene and picturesque scene.
A scenic landscape featuring a hiking trail winding through a green valley with abundant vegetation. Majestic mountains with rocky cliffs and snow-capped peaks rise in the background under a clear blue sky. A lone hiker is visible on the trail, emphasizing the scale of the natural surroundings.
A scenic landscape featuring a hiking trail winding through a green valley with abundant vegetation. Majestic mountains with rocky cliffs and snow-capped peaks rise in the background under a clear blue sky. A lone hiker is visible on the trail, emphasizing the scale of the natural surroundings.
A group of people is hiking up a narrow stone pathway surrounded by large, rocky cliffs. The path is steep and bordered by a railing. Dense greenery and trees are visible at the top of the cliffs, indicating a natural and rugged terrain.
A group of people is hiking up a narrow stone pathway surrounded by large, rocky cliffs. The path is steep and bordered by a railing. Dense greenery and trees are visible at the top of the cliffs, indicating a natural and rugged terrain.
A group of hikers is walking along a narrow, rocky path that runs alongside a steep cliff. The landscape features a winding river nestled in a valley with rugged, forested mountains in the background. The sky is clear with some scattered clouds, and a bird is flying high above the scene.
A group of hikers is walking along a narrow, rocky path that runs alongside a steep cliff. The landscape features a winding river nestled in a valley with rugged, forested mountains in the background. The sky is clear with some scattered clouds, and a bird is flying high above the scene.
A group of people are hiking along a stone-paved trail surrounded by lush green vegetation. The path is elevated, leading up through the verdant landscape towards a small settlement of traditional buildings with blue and white accents. The hikers wear a variety of outdoor gear and backpacks.
A group of people are hiking along a stone-paved trail surrounded by lush green vegetation. The path is elevated, leading up through the verdant landscape towards a small settlement of traditional buildings with blue and white accents. The hikers wear a variety of outdoor gear and backpacks.
A scenic mountain landscape with a winding hiking trail leading through grassy hills. The trail is surrounded by lush greenery and the scene is set against a backdrop of towering, rugged mountain peaks. The sky is partly cloudy with a bright blue hue.
A scenic mountain landscape with a winding hiking trail leading through grassy hills. The trail is surrounded by lush greenery and the scene is set against a backdrop of towering, rugged mountain peaks. The sky is partly cloudy with a bright blue hue.
woman wearing yellow long-sleeved dress under white clouds and blue sky during daytime

The trails are well-maintained and truly showcase the beauty of Balestrandfjella. Highly recommend!

Einar Inge Målsnes

A mountainous landscape features a narrow path leading through lush green grass and patches of snow. Several hikers are seen walking along the trail, surrounded by rocky terrain and a clear blue sky. A small waterfall cascades down the rocks on the right side.
A mountainous landscape features a narrow path leading through lush green grass and patches of snow. Several hikers are seen walking along the trail, surrounded by rocky terrain and a clear blue sky. A small waterfall cascades down the rocks on the right side.

A wonderful organization that brings the community together to preserve our beautiful hiking trails.

Mark T.

A scenic mountain trail with hikers walking along a gravel path. The landscape features lush greenery, towering rocky cliffs, and expansive views of distant mountain ranges under a partly cloudy blue sky.
A scenic mountain trail with hikers walking along a gravel path. The landscape features lush greenery, towering rocky cliffs, and expansive views of distant mountain ranges under a partly cloudy blue sky.
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Trails

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Contacts

Contact

+47 906 60 283

PHYSICAL ADDRESS:
Vener av Balestrandfjella, Skåsheimsvegen 22, 6899 Balestrand, Norway

BRC: 924325097

VenerAvBalestrandfjella@outlook.com

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