HANEN shows the way to Norwegian rural gems

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With us in HANEN you will find authentic Norwegian experiences – close to nature, culture and food.

Would you like to spend the night in a barn, taste local food straight from the farm or hike in beautiful landscapes?

Explore the opportunities at our member companies:

Activities and experiences

Accommodation

Food and beverage manufacturers

Farm shops

Serving

Meetings, courses and parties

Local Food Entrepreneur of the Year 2025: Øhumbla impressed with real farm milk

Local Food Entrepreneur of the Year 2025 went to Ødhumbla in Gudbrandsdalen. At Uppigard Skoe, the milk bottles are ready in the 24-hour milk booth, with the cream naturally on top – just like many remember milk from the past. For customers, the visit is about more than buying milk. It's about the taste of real ingredients, closeness to the animals and the feeling…

Beer tasting wheel – how to learn to taste beer

The world of beer can be vast and confusing. A beer flavor wheel can help you navigate the world. It gives you a visual overview of the most common flavors and aromas in beer, and helps you understand what sets different types apart. HANEN has developed a beer tasting wheel for everyone who is…

GoldHANEN 2026

Lisbeth Seppola at Marmelkroken has been named Golden Rooster of the Year 2026. GoldHANEN is an annual award given by HANEN to a member who has distinguished himself in work related to the principles and values HANEN sets for its members through our core values. Read the story behind the winner.

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HANEN also works with:

HANEN farm shop school

Learn to start, run and develop your own profitable farm shop with HANENs Farm Shop School. Practical courses, sharing of experiences and professional support – tailored for those who want to sell local food and farm products directly to the customer.

Norwegian Travel Workshop (NTW) – how it works HANEN against tour operators

HANEN participates in the Norwegian Travel Workshop (NTW) to meet tour operators and promote local food, farm experiences and accommodation in Norway.

Local Food Entrepreneur of the Year

Local Food Entrepreneur of the Year is an entrepreneurial award established by MENY and HANEN, in collaboration with Dyrsku'n. The award aims to highlight the best talents in Norwegian local food production and contribute to increased quality, innovation and sustainability in the industry. This award shines a spotlight on entrepreneurs who not only make good products, but who also create value for…

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Give the gift of an experience!

Pleasant experiences are the perfect gift. HANEN is now offering gift cards at our businesses, and you can pick and choose from memories to last a lifetime. Romantic long weekends, dog sledding, whale watching and cider tasting are just some of the experiences our businesses can offer. Or you can use the gift card at one of the many farm sales.

Experience the land of HANEN

HANEN is behind the websites Honninglandet.no, Ostelandet.no and Siderlandet.no – digital universes that highlight Norwegian raw materials, producers and taste experiences. Learn more about Norwegian honey and beekeeping, gain insight into the country's diverse world of cheese and cider!

Ostelandet

Hanen has, in collaboration with Norsk Gardsost, developed ostelandet.no. Ostelandet Norge is a national, objective and knowledge-driven website that offers a complete overview of all Norwegian cheese and Norwegian cheese producers.

Siderlandet

Siderlandet Norge is a national, objective and knowledge-based website that provides a complete overview of genuine Norwegian cider and Norwegian cider producers.

Honninglandet

The Honeyland has been prepared in collaboration with ByBee og Norwegian Beekeepers' Association, and has a vision to increase knowledge about Norwegian honey and highlight Norway's diversity of beekeepers.

Explore HANENs selected itineraries

We invite you on unique journeys through the Norwegian landscape – whether you follow historic pilgrimage routes, pedal through the countryside by bike, or explore the flavors along one of our many side routes.

Along the way, you'll find great meals, charming accommodations, local cuisine, and genuine encounters with people who are passionate about what they do. The route is yours – we're happy to share the experiences with you.