Step back in Time: The Norwegian Sæter Experience

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Step back in Time: The Norwegian Sæter Experience

Step back in time and discover what farm life was like 100 years ago.

We walk from Sorrisniva Wilderness lodge along the majestic Alta River toward our traditional mountain

pasture farm (sæter).

In earlier times, the sæter played an important role in Norwegian farm life during the summer months,

helping families make the best use of natural resources in the outlying fields and forests. Animals grazed

freely in nature, while the farm workers and dairymaids lived at the sæter, caring for and milking the

animals each day. The milk was then transformed into butter and cheese using traditional methods.

Travelers and fishermen passing by were often welcomed into the warm cabin for good conversations and

homemade food.

Along the way, we take time to enjoy the beautiful scenery while sharing stories about historical farm life

in Northern Norway. We plan the walk so we may meet some of our grazing animals along the route, and

there may even be an opportunity to give them a small treat.

Upon arrival, we serve homemade sour cream porridge (rømmegrøt) with drinks.

We return at a relaxed pace, taking in the peaceful surroundings and the atmosphere of life in the old

days.

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Tour Time 10:00

Duration 4h

Difficulty Moderate

Min – Max Guests 2-6

Adult Rate 2950 NOK

Private Experience 4150 NOK‍