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Vinddalen – Skåpet
The spectacular Skåpet cabins form a gateway to the trail network in the Frafjordheiane Landscape Conservation Area, south of the Lysefjord. Skåpet is also the first or last cabin along the Lysefjorden Rundt Trail. The trail runs along the entire Lysefjord, passing world-famous attractions Preikestolen, Kjerag, and Flørli. Located just a 1.5 hours hike from the parking lot in Vinddalen, Skåpet is a great place for families with children or others who want to go on a weekend trip.
We recommend to hike the Lysefjorden Rundt Trail anti-clockwise. The information on this page is based on hiking west-east. However, it is possible to hike this stage in both directions.
On ut.no, Norway’s hiking planner, you’ll find detailed trail information. Use digital maps for navigation, and searching for cabins and hikes all over the country. Ut.no is a services offered to the public by the Norwegian Trekking Association (DNT).
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Distance | 3.5 km |
| Duration | 1.5 hours |
| Total elevation gain | 250 meter (west-east) 50 meter (east-west) |
| Season | Year-round |
| Link to digital hiking map | Ut.no/vinddalen-skåpet |
| GPX-file | Vinddalen-Skåpet (GPX) |
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Directions
Parking at Skåpet Parking in Vinddalen. From Forsand, follow the signs to Øvre Espedal on Fv491 (17 km). In Øvre Espedal, turn off towards Vinddalen. You will find the car park at the end of the road, 7 km from Øvre Espedal.
Public Transport
There are no public transport options to Skåpet Parking. You will need to arrange a taxi. From Forsand, it will cost you about 1200-1500 NOK. From Jørpeland, it will cost you about 1500-2000 NOK.
You can also download the Taxi Fix app to book a taxi.
Accommodation
DNT-cabin Skåpet (self-service)
NOTE: Very populær cabin, requires pre-booking.
If you wish to stay in the area before you start your hike to Skåpet, or when ending your hike in Vinddalen, we can recommend:
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