Turtagro Hotel - Fortun

Mountain hotel at 2900 ft with historic Swiss villa architecture and ski-to-door access in Jotunheimen

History and Architecture

Turtagro Hotel has traditions dating back to the 1880s. The historic Swiss villa from 1880 housed famous climbing pioneers from the end of the 19th century. The main house from 2002, designed by architects Jarmund and Vigsnæs, received an award for good architecture.

Accommodations

The hotel offers diverse accommodation options from dormitories to family rooms. Guests can stay in the historic Swiss villa or in the award-winning main house. The main house rooms include access to a mountain library with mountain-related literature.

Dining

Turtagro Hotel Norway serves a free breakfast buffet and a 3-course dinner based on seasonal ingredients every day. The dinner menu features locally sourced and prepared ingredients. Guests can also order packed lunches and enjoy snacks at the on-site bar.

Location and Activities

Turtagrø Hotel is located at 2900 ft above sea level at the foot of Vest-Jotunheimen. The area offers skiing with ski-to-door access and guided summit ski tours. Hiking routes from the hotel reach 2000-metre peaks such as Fannaråken and provide panoramic views of Hurrungane mountains.

Facilities

The hotel features an on-site mountain library for guest use. Electric vehicle charging stations are available on the property. The shared lounge and bar area provide a space for relaxation after outdoor activities.

• History: Historic Swiss villa from the 1880s with award-winning architecture
• Accommodations: Dormitories to family rooms across two buildings
• Dining: Free breakfast buffet and 3-course dinner with local ingredients
• Activities: Ski-to-door access and guided peak climbs to Fannaråken
• Facilities: Mountain library and electric vehicle charging stations