Historical walk at Rundhaug Gjestegård

By Rundhaug Gjestegård

Join us for interesting guiding at the historic hotel Rundhaug Gjestegård in Målselv! Enjoy the unique atmosphere and nostalgic surroundings of the 117-year-old hotel.

General information

This tour is conducted by Visit Bardufoss. Hear the exciting story of founder Amanda Sandmo, who built a hotel far to the north, off the beaten track. About what happened during the war, about the salmon fishermen who came to catch the big salmon and about the many famous people who have visited the guesthouse over the years. Among these HM. Crown Prince Haakon, General Montgomery, the author Wilbur Smith, and many more. During the experience, we stop by Amanda's room at the hotel, where we sip a schnapps in Amanda's spirit.

During the experience, we also get to know the local community, nature and history in the Bardufoss region. The lush Målselvdalen stretches from the Swedish border in the south-east and Malangen in the north-west, and divides Troms county in two. Over 200 years ago, the valley was populated by settlers who came from Østerdalen and Gudbrandsdalen to find land and happiness in lush Målselv. Listen to the story of conflicts and friendships between the settlers and the Sami who already lived in the valley. Europe's last wilderness can be found here, elk, bear, wolf and lynx are still found in the valley. Listen to the history of Målselva and Norway's national waterfall Målselvfossen.

After the adventure, a guide will offer you a choose between a short snowshoe trip, Snowman Fun or just relaxation in cosy surroundings. In any case, you get an insight into the local culture in the Bardufoss region and the daily life of the sled dogs.
The activity can be booked by 18.00 the day before.

Price day pacikage from Tromsø: NOK. NOK 2995 per person
Includeded: Storytelling, local guide, lunch, coffee/tea, cakes, bus round trip Tromsø, local transfer

Book extra: + 47 77 83 05 70/ [email protected]
Accommodation at the historic hotel Rundhaug Gjestegård or indoor Glamping at Basecamp NORD.
Activity Aurora Sky Point, Dog sledding, Wild Moose Safari, Snowshoes w/ guide, Feed the Reindeer, Snow Fun, Alpine or cross-country skiing
Food: Book dinner in advance

About Rundhaug Gjestegård

Rundhaug Gjestegård (Manor) is a beautiful, historic hotel with a unique atmosphere, situated only 20 minutes from Bardufoss and two hours by car from Tromsø. The white, over hundred-year-old wooden hotel, on the banks of Målselva river has a magic charm.


The nature of Målselv is absolutely outstanding with high mountains and beautiful valleys. The normally dry and cold climate is ideal for ice, snow and Northern Light - here you can really boost your chances to see the Aurora!



The range of activities is vast, it is plenty to do, but the atmosphere is decidedly chilled out. Målselv is the perfect base from witch to explore Arctic - the guests wouldn't need to spend their time traveling around; within short distance there is something for everyone's Bucket list. But there is another reason to go there too; the authenticity.



Bardufoss is the center of Målselv Municipality, 20 minutes by car from Rundhaug Gjestegård.



Distances in time from Rundhaug Gjestegård:




  • Tromsø - 1h 40 min

  • Bardufoss Airport - 20 min

  • Målselv Fjellandsby - 15 min

  • Basecamp Snowman - 15 min

  • Polabadet, water park - 20 min

  • Polar Park - 60 min

  • Senja - 40 minutes



How to get to Rundhaug?



If you're driving north on E6, exit at Olsborg.



If you come from the south on the E6, exit at junction Elverum.



Follow signs to Rundhaug / Øverbygd. Approximately 20 minutes drive.



Address: Øverbygdveien 9, 9336 Rundhaug


Phone: +47778 30 570
Email: [email protected]
Web: http://www.visitbardufoss.no