Danebu Kongsgaard

Historic Hotels | Welcome to Danebu Kongsgaard, a newly renovated boutique hotel nestled in the heart of Valdres' stunning mountain landscape, renowned for its warm and inviting atmosphere.

At Danebu Kongsgaard there is a calmness and atmosphere you rarely experience at any other mountain hotel. The mountains in Valdres do not just offer beautiful sceneries, they also impact your wellbeing. The silence, the clean air, the colours enable you to think deep thoughts, have good conversations and read thick books. Take a hike to Fjellenden, go fishing at Damtjeren, or maybe just relax in the lounge with one of the locally brewed beers. In the kitchen, dedicated chefs prepare local specialities with the taste of the nature that surrounds you. A dining experience you will want to return for. Danebu is a place to relax and a place to recharge. By the time the sun sets you have already become completely relaxed.

Wake up to the smell of freshly baked bread and enjoy a flavorful breakfast with local ingredients before embarking on your adventures. The mountains are waiting for you.

Danebu Kongsgaard was originally a gift from Norway to Denmark as a token of gratitude for the food support Norway received from Denmark during World War II. On Denmark's Constitution Day in 1945, a large fundraising effort was launched to raise funds to build a ski lodge or "Danskehytte" - the best of Norway - to be presented to the recipient, the Danish Sports Association, as a gesture of thanks for their assistance and solidarity. Contributions poured in quickly from both individuals and businesses, and by August 1945, the gift deed was handed over. They found the most magnificent site on Aurdalsåsen, and an architecture competition was held, won by Espen Poulsson. Construction began in 1947, and the lodge emerged from the ground like a royal estate from the fairy tales, opening its doors on December 16, 1950. Since then, Danebu has meant a lot to many. It has been a place for winter sports and recreation, a place for celebration and camaraderie. Read more about Danebu's history in the digital history book here.

Today, Danebu Kongsgaard is family-owned and has undergone significant upgrades in recent years, with everything from the interior to the guest experience, food, and drinks scrutinized. There has been a focus on preserving the history and soul of the place while meeting today's standards of aesthetics and comfort. And this is just the beginning - the next chapters in the story are still being written, and there will be much excitement in the years to come.