Heggenes is the administrative centre of Øystre Slidre municipality, though with only 314 inhabitants it feels more like a village than a town. It sits on the eastern shore of lake Heggefjorden, along Road 51. The name comes from Old Norse heggr, meaning bird cherry tree.
There is not much to see in Heggenes itself - the municipal offices, a school, and some local services. Most tourists just pass through. If you need to stop for anything practical, this is where to do it.
There is not much to see in Heggenes itself - the municipal offices, a school, and some local services. Most tourists just pass through. If you need to stop for anything practical, this is where to do it.