Lom

Hello, towering peaks and breathtaking nature! Hello, Norway’s highest mountains! Lom is the village that attracts people from all over the world - and the locals would love for more of them to stay. There’s more than enough mountain wilderness to share! But this place has much more to offer than just stunning landscapes.

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Lom is no stranger to visitors. As one of only five designated National Park Villages in Norway, it serves as a gateway to vast, untouched nature. And here, there’s no shortage of national parks! From Lom, you can explore Jotunheimen, Breheimen, and Reinheimen. Norway’s two highest peaks, Galdhøpiggen and Glittertind, are found within the municipality. In fact, Lom boasts 135 mountain peaks of its own, plus 23 border peaks above 2 000 meters. The mountain wilderness stretches as far as the eye can see. And what a sight it is!

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Glittering, towering summits. Lush valleys with wildlife and dense forests. Crisp, clear air, massive glaciers. Lovely mountain lakes filled with leaping fish. High above, birds of prey soar, while alpine flowers paint the landscape. And then there’s the emerald-green lake Gjende, one of Norway’s most beautiful. Located in neighboring Vågå, it’s still a breathtaking part of the greater Jotunheimen experience. So yeah… if you love the great outdoors, Lom just might be the place for you.

Lom is also home to one of the few summer ski centers in Norway – the Galdhøpiggen Summer Ski Center. There, you can hit the alpine slopes in a bikini or shorts (if you’re the brave type, that is) or spend a lovely summer afternoon skiing. Who says skiing is just for winter?

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Nature is, quite literally, all around. Even downtown. The Bøvra River rushes through the center of Lom, tumbling wildly over Prestfossen waterfall. This village center has developed on both sides of the river since the late 1700s, and today, around 850 people call it home.

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Lom’s town center is like a love letter to traditional Norwegian architecture. Forget concrete blocks. They never had a chance here.

The distinct architectural style in Lom has won awards for its beautiful, traditional buildings. The new houses here are built with deep respect for history, making the town center an exceptionally charming place. In Lom, you’ll find rich, dark-brown timber houses that radiate warmth and character.

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The area is also full of historical wooden buildings. A visit to Presthagen Open-Air Museum feels like stepping into a time machine back to the 1700s. Here, you’ll find an old mountain farm, a traditional tenant farm, and even Norway’s largest storage loft, built all the way back in 1613!

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And then there’s Lom Stave Church – a masterpiece. The intricately carved dragon heads on the roof are as stave church as it gets, and the details are breathtaking. Built in the mid-1100s, it’s the largest remainings stave church in Norway.

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There’s dancing, singing, and music in the air in Lom! This village is a true hub for Norwegian folk dance and traditional music. The local music and dance association is super active, with events and activities happening all year round. They create important social meeting places, and many children and young people join in the fun. From regular rehearsals and crash courses in springleik -a traditional couples’ dance- to concerts, jaw harp workshops, and much more, there’s always something going on. This is a place where the fiddle truly thrives!

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In the summertime, Lom is transformed into a lively mountain oasis. Tourists and locals alike gather at outdoor cafés, restaurants, and charming local shops. With all this fresh air, hiking and biking, one needs to take a break.

And we have to mention the local bakery (Bakeriet i Lom), which often has a long line of customers waiting to get their hands on… the cinnamon buns! These legendary buns are made with locally sourced flour and sprinkled with a whole lot of love.

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Getting hungry? Lom is famous for its mountain cuisine, fantastic local ingredients, and unforgettable dining experiences. Whether you're craving something hearty or refined, there’s something in Lom. Find more mouthwatering places to eat right here!

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There’s always something happening in Lom, all year round. The modern multi-purpose hall is a hub of activity throughout the year. Here people go to the movie theatre, concerts, theater performances, sports, and more. It also houses a swimming pool, gym, and community meeting spaces.

For families, Lom offers two kindergartens, a primary school, and a secondary school. And for sports lovers? Lom Sports Club offers everything from skiing (of course) and ice hockey to football, spinning, and hiking groups. To name a few.

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It’s no surprise that tourism is a major industry here. The area is home to hotels, mountain lodges, inns, restaurants, and cafés—providing plenty of opportunities for those working in hospitality.

But agriculture remains a key part of Lom’s identity. Despite the high-altitude location, farmers grow barley and potatoes, and sheep and cattle graze freely across the hillsides.

There are also opportunities in construction, industry, and technology.

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If you’re searching for work in Lom, the best place to start is the local newcomer service – check out Kom Til Oss. Make sure to check it out in February! Every year there is an annual job posting in February, where a large number of vacancies are posted throughout Nord-Gudbrandsdalen. On the same site you can also find housing listings, activity guides, and much more!

Another perk: In Lom, you can get up to four months of free office rent if you want to work remotely. A great bonus! You can apply at Kontor i Lom.

Lom offers endless possibilities, whether you’re after untouched wilderness, rich cultural heritage, world-class food, or simply fresh, crisp mountain air. Take a leap, Lom welcomes you!

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Sources:

Main photo on top by Graffer gard

Kom til oss

Store norske leksikon

Lom National Park Village

Velkomen til Lom og Jotunheimen - Jotunheimen

https://no-jotunheimen.nmdemo.net

https://www.miljodirektoratet.no

Moglegheitsstudie, Lom Sentrum.indd

Lom bygdemuseum

Lom stavkirke – Wikipedia

Lom Stave Church – Official website

Bakeriet i Lom

www.folkorg.no