Hjulbob: A 3G Blast Down Lillehammer’s Olympic Track

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Hjulbob: A 3G Blast Down Lillehammer’s Olympic Track

A 15-minute guided summer bobsled experience on the Nordics’ only Olympic bobsled track — reach speeds of up to 100 km/h under the control of an authorized pilot.

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Hjulbob: A 3G Blast Down Lillehammer’s Olympic Track.

Duration
15 minutter
Location
Fåberg
Operator
Lillehammer Olympiapark AS
Category
Guided Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Hjulbob drops you into the unique setting of Lillehammer’s Olympic bobsled track, the only facility of its kind in the Nordics, where a short, intense ride delivers raw speed and sustained G-forces. Built for the 1994 Winter Games and still used for international competition, the venue now offers a summer version of the sport that compresses the drama of sliding sports into a compact, unforgettable burst of adrenaline.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE SPEED

Up to 100 km/h and 3G

This ride is about pure, measurable intensity: participants can hit speeds of up to 100 km/h and experience forces up to 3G during the descent.

THE TRACK

Nordens eneste olympiske bobbane

You’ll travel the same track constructed for the 1994 Winter Olympics, a venue that still stages international events in bob, luge and skeleton.

THE EXPERIENCE

Short, high-impact and memorable

Designed as an action-packed summer attraction in Lillehammer, the Hjulbob ride compresses thrills into a brief but memorable outing suitable for small groups of riders.

What the day feels like

What the ride feels like

The experience is compact and intense: a guided, authorized pilot takes a two- or three-person wheeled bobsled down the Olympic course in a roughly 15-minute session, delivering high speed and strong G-forces in a controlled, stadium-like environment.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this fits — and who should reconsider.

1
Families with older childrenSuitable for families if children meet the minimum age and supervision rules (minimum 10 years with an accompanying adult; 12 years to ride unsupervised).
2
Adrenaline seekersAn excellent, short-format adrenaline activity: expect strong G-forces and high speed in a tightly controlled setting.
3
Small groups & couplesEach bob seats 2–3 people and tickets are sold per bob, making this ideal for pairs or trios who want to share the experience.
4
Visitors requiring clear limitsTravelers who need strict age or capacity information will appreciate the operator’s defined rules on minimum ages and group size per bob.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Duration

The guided Hjulbob session runs approximately 15 minutes.

Meeting point

Meet at Lillehammer olympiske bob- & akebane before your scheduled session.

What to Bring

No specific gear requirements are detailed in the verified data.

Tickets & Group Size

Each bob holds 2–3 people and a ticket covers one bob (2–3 participants).

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long does the Hjulbob experience last?

The experience duration is approximately 15 minutes.

Where do I meet for the ride?

The meeting location is Lillehammer olympiske bob- & akebane.

How fast does the bob go and how intense is it?

Riders can reach speeds up to 100 km/h and experience forces up to 3G.

What are the age limits for participants?

Minimum age is 10 years with an accompanying adult; 12 years is the minimum to ride without a supervising adult.

How many people ride in each bob and how do tickets work?

Each bob carries 2–3 people; a single ticket covers one bob (2–3 persons).

Who controls the bob during the run?

An authorized pilot guides the bobsled during the run.