Lillehammer: A Winter Olympics Legend
The gorgeous municipality and town of Lillehammer, Norway is a part of the region of Gudbrandsdal. The center of the city is known for its collection of 19th century wooden houses, which overlooks lake Mjosa. As of a 2018 census, Lillehammer reported a population of 28,034 people. The town is best known for having hosted the 1994 Winter Olympics as well as the 2016 Winter Youth Olympics. The city’s coat of arms features a birkebeiner skiing down a mountainside and carrying a spear and shield. You can easily get to Lillehammer via the Leirin Airport (VDB).
Best Time to Visit
For the best skiing conditions, plan a visit to Lillehammer from December to February. If you want to enjoy the city in the warmer weather, go in the summer. June to August sees the warmest weather and offers ideal weather for hiking. For the best Lillehammer hotel deals, be sure to book your stay in the city as far ahead as possible. Numerous hotels and motels dot the area and you are sure to find one that will work for your travel needs and budget.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Aside from the ski slopes and the hiking paths that are found in and around Lillehammer, you should also be sure to check out the many local attractions including the Hunderfossen Family Park. Take your kids with you and spend a fun afternoon there. You can also visit the Maihaugen Museum. Some of the best places to stay in while you are visiting Lillehammer include the TOP Molla Hotel. You can also stay at the Scandic Lillehammer Hotel. It offers free parking and has an indoor and outdoor swimming pool.