LOGISTICS
The Travel Hub
By now, you probably have an idea about your travels to Oslo. On this page you will find information about our meeting point in Oslo, venue, and packing lists.
Meeting Point
Epicenter Oslo, Edvard Storms gate 2, 0166 Oslo
Time
You can arrive from 15:30 CEST and should be seated and ready to begin at 16:00 CEST.
In case of problems
If you encounter any problems like late or cancelled connections, please contact us (call & WhatsApp):
Riikka +358 44 259 2062
Trine +372 5343 6595
The Venue: Hallingdal Leirsted
Hallingdal campsite is a charming large mountain lodge located in the heart of Kvinnegardslia, 10 km from the center of Ål in Hallingdal.
The lodge is located at approximately 800 meters above sea level, just below a large plain that stretches between Vats, Bergsjø, Myrland, and Hol. A popular area for trips in both summer and winter, the area offers opportunities for hiking and skiing with scenic views of both Hallingskarvet and Reineskarvet.
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At the lodge, there are several areas for hanging out. The high ceilings make the premises bright and pleasant. In its interior you can sense Norwegian mountain living vibes. It's actually very charming!
The rooms are set for 3-4 people, but at The VALE we will assign two people per room.
Location in Norway
Since our main venue is located in a remote area in the middle of Norway, there is little to no public transportation to the venue.
We have arranged for a charter bus. Any travel outside of those is logistically challenging and could prove expensive.
From Hallingdal to
Oslo
200 km (3,5 hours by charter bus)
Train service from Ål to Oslo via the F4 route to Bergen. Prices vary significantly.
Ål (nearest community)
10 km (15-20 minutes by car)
Packing List
"When climbing a mountain, pack a light heart." - Dan May
Comfy indoor clothes
It’s hard to look good when learning, so bring comfy clothes. Indoor slippers or wool socks are a winner's choice!
One set of smart casual
For the Symposium on Friday 13 OCT, the dress code is smart casual.
Outdoor shoes & jacket
We'll spend time walking outside, and October weather is unpredictable - so prepare for wind, rain and / or cold. We will be taking an outside excursion into the forests, so please bring shoes and pants that can get muddy, and a jacket that warms you up. Avoid white, if possible. We also really recommend hats, scarves and gloves.
Bed sheet and a towel
Our venue has pillows and duvets, but you should bring bed linen and a towel for yourself. If you cannot, please let the team know.
ID and insurance
We cannot stress this enough: please travel with a valid travel document! And check your travel insurance.
The items from prep tasks
Please bring the four items: envelope, schedule, poster, and lifeline from prep tasks no. 1, 2, 9,and 10. You can read about these on the "Before" page.