Forests stand thick over large areas of Norway, concealing their many wonders. The forests are not merely where Norwegians get their timber; they are also one of their preferred outdoor environments. The peace and stillness of the woods, the wind sighing in the treetops and the possibilities for experiencing wild animal and bird life and for picking flowers, berries and mushrooms all contribute to make forest walking inviting. You can experience the forests by following marked or unmarked trails or quiet forest roads.

A quote from Norways Right of access laws.
Right of access - from the sea to the sky It is important for all to be able to have contact with Nature. Access to woods, fields, mountains, rivers, lakes and skerries, irrespective of who owns them, is an ancient, unwritten right in Norway. We can reap of Nature's bounty - not only the fish of the sea, but berries, mushrooms and flowers, and also views and experiences. The Outdoor Recreations Act of 1957 legalised the right of access to the public.
The way it should be!

At one with Nature
You don't have to go far from your accomodation to come in contact with nature. You can view deer, elk, and sometimes beaver and otters. There are also Lynx, Wolverine, bears in certain parts of Norway.

In the Settesdal valley, Europes southern most herd of Reindeer roam free.

Depending on the season, walk into the woods and you will discover another world of wild flowers, and berries including wild cranberries, blueberries & various mushrooms.

The season at the moment is spring and the forest floors are covered in Edelweiss. Wild birds are in an abundance, from familiar blue tits, chaffinches, bullfinches, through to more exotic northern species such as the waxwing and birds of prey and woodpeckers are often seen in Southern Norway.