Experience autumn in Ål!

In Ål in Hallingdal, you can enjoy the tranquillity one moment and feel the adrenaline rush the next. Activities for young and old alike in some of Norway's finest mountain areas. 

Bilde fra julegrantenningen og fakkeltoget på Sundre, Ål Sentrum

Christmas in Ål

The first snow has fallen on the peaks, and soon the streets will start to sparkle when the lights are switched on. The shops are already brimming with Christmas goods, and there's no doubt that Christmas is just around the corner! Ål offers many enjoyable activities to get you in the Christmas spirit, but the events are starting to fill up, so be sure to secure your place well in advance. This will get you in the Christmas spirit!
Renate fra Garden Oppheim med årets pinnekjøtt

This year's pinnekjøtt is almost ready!

Christmas is approaching, and in the mountain villages of Ål, this year's pinnekjøtt will soon be fully matured. Both Vats Gardsmat and Garden Oppheim offer high-quality artisan food, made with care, tradition and time.

Here's what you can do in Ål

Art & Culture

Ål is more than just mountains and beautiful scenery. Almost every day, all year round, there's something going on in our village, and we're really proud of our rich cultural offering. Ål municipality in Hallingdal is a vibrant cultural centre where tradition meets innovation. Here you'll find a variety of experiences in art, music, history and architecture.

Cycling

Ål in Hallingdal is a cycling destination with varied touring opportunities for all levels - from paved country roads and idyllic gravel roads to challenging mountain trails and flow paths built specifically for mountain biking.

Fishing

Imagine roasting self-caught mountain trout over a campfire by a quiet mountain lake or river, surrounded by majestic mountains and fresh mountain air. In Ål in Hallingdal you'll find around 50 fishing lakes.

This is happening in Ål

29. 29th November 2025
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Gallery Sewing
29. 29th November 2025
11:00
Eel Market Garden
29. 29th November 2025
18:00
Gallery Sewing

Where to stay in ÅL

Sleep in mountain lodges with panoramic views of the mountains or in Topcamp Hallingdal, a five-star campsite right by the river near the town centre, or simple and idyllic campsites along the Hallingdal river. In addition, you can enjoy local food and various cultural programmes.