Danebu Kongsgaard

The hotel

The mountain pearl Danebu Kongsgaard has been recently renovated and is located as a beautiful gathering point in Valdres' beautiful mountain landscape about 2.5 hours from Oslo. Nature forms a beautiful setting around your stay with the fantastic views of Jotunheimen and the Hemsedal mountains and great nature experiences throughout the year. Danebu is a place where you can relax and recharge.

Dining experiences

At Danebu Kongsgaard you can enjoy wonderful taste experiences based on local ingredients. Everything that is served is made from scratch and should be on nature's terms. If the raw materials are not to be found in the local area, emphasis is always placed on organic, Norwegian producers.

There are two restaurants: Peisestuen Mat- og Vinbar - a food and wine bar where you can enjoy lunch, snacks and drinks, and; Kongsgaard Resutaranten where you can enjoy a 3-course dinner.

Danebu Kongsgaard is also helpful in arranging small and large parties for up to 100 guests. With good food and drinks, views of Jotunheimen and the Hemsedal mountains, and long experience with events, everything is ready for the big day at Danebu Kongsgaard.

Courses and conferences

Danebu Konsgaard offers courses and conferences in a private atmosphere amidst beautiful natural surroundings. With a great conference room with all the necessary equipment, wonderful dining experiences and abundant activities in both summer and winter, a memorable experience is assured.

History

Danebu Kongsgaard was originally a national gift from Norway to Denmark to thank them for all the food they sent to Norway during the second world war. The initiator was Aftenposten's then editor P. Chr. Andersen put forward the idea of a fundraiser for this purpose right after World War II. The ski association took the idea further by its chairman Lauritz Schmidt's initiative and started a nationwide fundraising campaign on Denmark's Constitution Day. This was a fantastic success with thousands of small and large contributions. As early as August 1945, the Norwegian Ski Association was able to hand over the gift certificate on the so-called Danish Cottage to the Danish Sports Association.

It was architect H. Astrup who, together with Colonel Bloch-Hansen, found a stunning site at the top of Aurdalsåsen in Valdres. After an architectural competition won by Esben Poulsson, Danebu was built over the years of 1947 to 1950. Danebu Kongsgaard opened its doors on December 16^th 1950.

Hosts

Danebu Kongsgaard has a philosophy that everyone who works at Danebu Kongsgaard is part of the hosts, and should feel like it. Every single employee you meet with us will therefore be your hosts.

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