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Outdoor Life Norway - Spring semester 26

  • Course length: Halvår — vår
  • Start-up date: 05.01.2026
  • Price: from 76 300,-
  • Foundation:
    Liberal
    The liberal folk high schools are built on values that are not based on one particular belief. They encourage students with different interests and beliefs to apply.
  • Food: Vegetarian, vegan
    Most schools will accommodate food allergies and other dietary needs. If you have questions, please contact the school directly.
  • Environmental certification:
    Debio • Fairtrade
  • Location: Sogndal
  • Study tour: Lofoten
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    Do you want to join us in winter's coolest and most beautiful classroom? We have handpicked the best that Norwegian outdoor life has to offer, and through our trips, we will experience the vast divers

    Winter offers endless opportunities in Norway. When the snow settles, we bring out the mountain skis and embark on ski tours. You'll learn telemark turns and go on longer ski trips with overnight stays outdoors. Don’t fear the cold – together, we'll learn to handle it. Winter also brings exciting activities like staying in snow caves, exploring blue ice caves, kiting, and avalanche awareness.

    When the spring sun comes out, it’s time to test outdoor climbing. We’ll sleep under the open sky, go hiking along the coast, and challenge ourselves with a solo day in the wilderness. Spring brings new experiences, and we make the most of every season.

    We will focus on getting to know some of the most spectacular outdoor areas in Norway. Traveling sustainably, with a focus on experiencing as much as possible with minimal emissions. There will be great conversations around the campfire, nights under the open sky, cabin trips, and camping adventures.

    Mandatory: Yes

    Price: Included in course price

    Duration: 10-12 dager

    Meals included per day: 3

    The Northern Lights, steep mountains, white, sandy beaches and sunsets!

    Fish for Atlantic cod, try surfing, enjoy a camp fire and the unique beauty of this reknown area. There are not many places that can compare to Lofoten, and this is something we get to experience together. 

    Naturally, we travel low-impact - and this enables us to enjoy not only our destination, but also the journey that takes us there. Travelling much of the length of the country takes us through outstanding scenery, different climate zones, and gives us plenty of exciting experiences underway right from the start. 

    To experience an evening with the aurora dancing across the sky whilst listening to the sound of the waves breaking on the beach is really quite unique.
    From the Sognefjord to the open northern seas -where we may be greeted with storms or blue skies as far as the eye can see, can only be experienced.

    Northern-Norway is also famous for its' humor, and there is a good chance we will be subjected to it!

    Hemsedal

    Mandatory: Yes

    Price: Included in course price

    Duration: 3 dager

    Meals included per day: 4

    During the 3rd week of the spring semester, we travel to the ski resort of Hemsedal. We stay in chalets at the base of the lift area, perfect for "Ski-in - ski-out" For 3 full days we develop our skiing technique and learn new tricks. The students are divided into small groups and can choose between Telemark (free-heel skis) and downhill or ski-touring skiing. We hire a few instructors in addition to our own staff so you get plenty of instruction. There are two instruction periods during the day, and the rest of the time you are free to ski with your fellow students. 

    Evenings are spent together in the lounges at the chalets after an evening meal. 

    Cruise on the Sognefjord

    Mandatory: Yes

    Price: Included in course price

    Duration: 2 dager

    Meals included per day: 3

    Towards the end of the school year, we depart for a two-day cruise on the Sognefjord. We have a whole vessel to ourselves, and we sail into Aurlandsjord and Nærøyfjord -where we camp overnight in the scenic fjord-hamlet of Dyrdal -a tiny, roadless community which offers plenty of opportunities -and space - for activities and mountain hikes for those who wish. We live onboard the vessel, in the local empty village school, -or, for those who prefer, camp in tents or under the sky. We barbecue our own food and enjoy a social evening aroung a camp fire. On day two, we disembark and hike along the enchanting postal trail to Styvi, where we have lunch, and for those who wish, a refreshing dip in the fjord!

    Between towering mountains and the deep Sognefjord, everything is set for a year filled with experiences, personal growth, and lifelong friendships. At our school, learning goes beyond the classroom—it becomes a home. And this home is filled with people, just like you, who are ready to create unforgettable memories.

    Here, the classroom isn’t confined by four walls—it extends to the entire landscape around us! From steep mountain peaks to deep fjords, the opportunities are endless. You’ll learn by experiencing, exploring, and actively participating in everything we do together.

    Throughout the year, you’ll enjoy warm evenings by the fjord and crisp winter days surrounded by powder snow. You’ll feel the contrasts, the freedom, and the pure joy of being present in the moment. No matter which program you choose, we offer a daily life where you can embrace everything Sogndal has to offer—both in nature and together with your fellow students.

    We are committed to making this a year that truly matters.

    We Care

    ABOUT YOU: As an open-minded folk high school, we believe in the value of each individual and strive to ensure that you have the opportunity to shape your own daily life.

    ABOUT WHAT YOU EAT: Our sustainable food philosophy is about serving meals that are not only delicious but also nutritious and rooted in environmentally conscious choices.

    ABOUT THE FUTURE: Here, you will learn to take responsibility for both yourself and your surroundings. We want you to leave our school with hope for a better future and the courage to create positive change.

    Sogndal Folk High School stands for a GENEROUS, OPEN, RESPONSIBLE, AND SAFE learning environment. Everyone is welcome here, and we embrace a culture of openness and inclusivity. Our core values are reflected in everything we do, and you will experience personal growth through achievement and shared joy with others.

     

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