Haugastøl 1000 moh

Rallarvegen Report

There is less snow than normal in the mountains this year, especially on the western side towards Flåm. Right now we expect an early to normal season start, with the first rideable sections in May and the full route most likely ready in early July.

Updated: April 24, 2026Partial

Season outlook

As of today, no full segments are open for regular riding yet, but the lower snow levels point towards an early to normal season start. The first likely opening is Vatnahalsen–Flåm around May 5, while the full route still looks most likely in early July.

Next likely opening

Vatnahalsen–Flåm: Approx. May 5

Confidence: medium

Full route

Early July (which is normal for the full route)

Confidence: medium

Less snow than normal

There is less snow than normal in the mountains this year, especially on the western side of the route. That makes the season outlook look promising right now.

Vikaåni bridge works

Bane NOR is replacing the bridge at Vikaåni. A temporary bridge will be installed for pedestrians and cyclists, but cars cannot pass until July 1.

In most years, the full Rallarvegen route opens in early July. This year's outlook currently points to an early to normal season start, but all forecasts are updated continuously based on weather and snowmelt.

Segment by segment

Haugastøl–FinseForecast

Not open yet, but the first 13 km from Haugastøl are expected to be ready from around May 10.

Forecast

Approx. June 20

Usually

Second half of June

The first stretch to open from the east will likely be the plowed road out from Haugastøl.
From around May 10, we expect good out-and-back riding from Haugastøl before the full route to Finse is ready.
At Vikaåni, a temporary bridge will be available for cyclists and pedestrians, while cars must wait until July 1.

Finse–HallingskeidForecast

Not open yet. The outlook points to opening in early July, which is also normal for this section.

Forecast

Early July

Usually

Early July

Snow levels here are more normal for the season than further west on the route.
This is often one of the last sections to open, so early July is still well within the normal pattern.

Hallingskeid–VatnahalsenForecast

Not open yet, but this section currently looks likely to be ready by mid-June.

Forecast

Mid-June

Usually

Mid to late June

Plowing on this section normally starts at the end of May.
With the current snow levels, this part looks set for an early to normal opening.

Vatnahalsen–FlåmForecast

Plowing is already underway and this looks set to be the first proper rideable section this season.

Forecast

Approx. May 5

Usually

Early May

Plowing is already in progress on this stretch.
Less snow than normal on the western side makes this section look especially promising this year.
This is usually the first part of Rallarvegen to open for cycling.

Plan your trip

Bike rentals follow the season: Flåm Bike Rental opens May 2, Haugastøl opens June 22 (with rentals on request from approx. June 10), and Finse opens July 3.

In most years, the full route opens in early July, so this is still a good time to plan your trip.
Respect protected areas, stay on the route, and take everything you bring with you back down.
Use a helmet and keep your speed down, especially on steep and exposed sections.

Trail photos

Overview of Rallarvegen
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Rallarvegen to the west
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Starting zone at Haugastøl
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Snow conditions in high mountain terrain
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