Bygdisheim was a summer hotel on the northern shore of Lake Bygdin. The owner Kristoffer Dæhli built it in 1896 on what was originally a summer pasture. He expanded it in 1906 and completed a private road to it in 1910.
The hotel operated until the mid-1980s and had guests from Norway and abroad, including Queen Wilhelmina of the Netherlands.
Today it's a private residence owned by descendants of the original owner. They're not keen on visitors - you'll see private property signs around. The road to Bygdisheim is still open for walking and cycling, but don't expect a warm welcome if you venture too close.
Also be aware that the fishing rights along this shore are private. They're not included in the regular fishing permit you can buy for the area. So don't fish from the shore here.
The hotel operated until the mid-1980s and had guests from Norway and abroad, including Queen Wilhelmina of the Netherlands.
Today it's a private residence owned by descendants of the original owner. They're not keen on visitors - you'll see private property signs around. The road to Bygdisheim is still open for walking and cycling, but don't expect a warm welcome if you venture too close.
Also be aware that the fishing rights along this shore are private. They're not included in the regular fishing permit you can buy for the area. So don't fish from the shore here.