Here you will find tips for some nice areas for trail cycling in Asker and Bærum. Easy access by metro or train near to the starting point a short way from Oslo.
BÆRUM:
Steinsskogen and Garlaushøgda – the trip starts at the car park to Steinsskogen Gravlund, follow the blue-marked path inland via Fiskarlaustjern. Nice terrain with some heavy slopes and nice descents. The trip can be done as a round trip back to the starting point, or continue over towards Burudvann and Bærums Verk.
From By in Lommedalen to Løvlia or Burudvann – with the starting point from By or Tobonn car park a little further into Lommedalen, you have several nice areas for trail cycling, whether you choose the ridge back towards Burudvann or deeper into the forest towards Løvlia.
Towards Burudvann – cycle the gravel road from Tobonn through the gate up to the top towards Rognlivann – long tough hill. Continue into the forest. Look for the blue-marked path to the right marked Burud car park 6.5 km. The trail goes in varied terrain with everything from smooth singletrack to short rocky downhill trails.
Towards Løvlia – from Tobonn cycle the gravel road through the barrier up to Rognlivann. Follow the blue-marked path to the left. The trail passes Kampseter. Technical bike ride, can be slippery sections. Dining and the possibility of accommodation at Løvlia. Longer stretch of gravel road on the return.
ASKER:
Vestmarka – several nice hiking opportunities starting from the car park at Sem Gjestegård / NaKuHel
Vestmarkrunden – follow the road or gravel road around the water to Tveiter farm, follow the path behind the farm along the fields. Look for the blue-marked path to Gupu on the right. The trip goes via Furuholmen, Havreåsen to Sandungen – and on to Bergsåsen where you are rewarded with beautiful descents.
Vardåsen – There are many nice trails up Vardåsen, be considerat to the local hikers. The trip is on a path and clear-cut boulders that Vardåsen is known for. A good starting point is the car park at Drengsrudhagen (Tomra building) or Vardåsen ski center. Blue-marked paths to Vardåsen peak. In connection with the ski resort, several nice rails and trails have been made by local enthusiasts. At the top of Vardåsen it is nice to drive on the rocks. The descent varies between easy boulders and technical sections.