LOEN BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Rowboat into Loen: Paddle Lovatnet’s Emerald Mirror
Rent a 1–5 person rowboat from Kjenndalstova for 1–6 hours and glide across Lovatnet beneath waterfalls, high peaks and glacier views.
Rowboat into Loen: Paddle Lovatnet’s Emerald Mirror.
On Lovatnet the water holds a color unlike any ordinary lake: an emerald calm that mirrors towering mountains and falling streams. Rent a rowboat and thread a quiet line across that glass, the valley rising steep and immovable around you, glaciers and waterfalls punctuating the skyline.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Emerald-green Lovatnet
Paddle across Lovatnet’s vivid green surface where reflections of steep valley walls and cascades make every stroke feel like moving through a painting.
Mountains, Waterfalls and Glacier Views
High mountains and waterfalls frame the lake; from the water you get sustained views of those vertical features and distant glacier ice.
Access to Nesdal
The rental provides waterborne access toward Nesdal, letting you explore the valley from a different angle than the roads afford.
What the day feels like
What the outing feels like
This is a hands-on, slow-paced experience: you launch from the lakeside, sit low in a rowboat and set a course across the glassy water. The activity rewards patience—views build as you cross, waterfalls move from background to foreground, and glacier silhouettes appear on the ridgelines.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Rentals are offered for between 1 and 6 hours—choose a shorter trip for a quick shoreline loop or several hours to explore farther along the lake.
Meet at Kjenndalstova to collect your rowboat and launch from the lakeside; operator details and check-in take place there.
Bring clothing appropriate to the weather, a water-protected bag for your phone or camera, and sun protection.
All participants must be able to swim; the boat’s maximum capacity is 360 kg. The operator will cancel rentals in bad weather such as strong wind or thunder.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long can I rent a rowboat?
Rental durations range from 1 to 6 hours.
Where do I meet the operator?
The meeting point and launch location is Kjenndalstova.
Are there any weight or capacity limits?
Yes — the rowboat has a maximum capacity of 360 kg.
Do participants need any special skills?
All participants must be able to swim.
What happens if the weather is bad?
If there is bad weather such as strong wind or thunder, the rental will be cancelled.
What should I bring for the trip?
Bring clothing suited to the weather, a water-protected bag for your cellphone or camera, and sun protection.