Practical information
The Norwegian Olympic Museum is located at Maihaugen, within walking distance of Lillehammer town centre and the railway station. Pedestrians can follow signposted routes from the town, past the hospital, to Maihaugen.
Adress: Maihaugvegen 1, 2609 Lillehammer.
Parking
There is a large car park on the northern side of the main building.
Parking fee is NOK 40 per day, every day at 07 am–5 pm.
It is not permitted to use the parking spaces at night at 10 pm–07am, except during events.
Accessible parking
There are two parking spaces available for visitors to the museum who have a HC card. These are located in the large parking lot north of the main building, closest to the main entrance.
Motorhomes
There is a designated parking area for motorhomes next to the main car park (signposted), valid between 1 June and 31 August. During this period, motorhomes should park here.
Electric vehicle charger
There are six electric vehicle chargers in the main parking lot. Charging fee and more information can be found on the charger.
Alternative parking spaces
On special events and days with many visitors, the car park north of the main building at Maihaugen may be full, but there are other parking options in the area:
- Parking space on the other side of Maihaugveien, towards the hospital (valid during the school holiday weeks in the summer)
- Along Bankgata
- Parking spaces in the town center (approx. 15 minutes walk)
- Håkon's hall (approx. 20 minutes walk)
- The shopping center Strandtorget by the E6 highway (approx. 25 minutes walk)
Public transport
If you park at the shopping center Strandtorget, it is possible to take a bus to the city center and walk from there.
It is also possible to travel by public bus from Lillehammer Skysstasjon to a bus stop near Maihaugen. Find timetable.
Accommodation
Do you need a place to stay nearby Maihaugen? See recommendations on TripAdvisor.
Dogs
Dogs are welcome in the open air-museum, but you are not allowed to bring your dog into the buildings. Assistance dogs are allowed everywhere at the museum. Dogs should be kept on a lead and we request that you pick up after your dog.
In the summer season there are gracing animals in the open air-museum, some of them with kids. Thank you for showing consideration for the animals!
Bicycles and scooter
Bicycles and scooters are not allowed inside the museum area. You will find bicycle parking at the Maihaugen car park.
Disability and access
We want all visitors to have the opportunity to experience Maihaugen. If you have a disability or other accessibility needs, you will find useful information here.
