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Meretes Garden, comfortable Glamping in the natural surroundings of western Norway <\/h1>\n\n

What a special place! Comfortable glamping accommodations in the beautiful Valldal<\/a><\/strong> in Norway. Want to discover the most beautiful spots in one of Norway\u2019s most beautiful valleys? Meretes Garden offers you relaxation surrounded by stunning nature. <\/p>\n\n

Valldal and Geirangerfjord <\/h2>\n\n

Meretes Garden is the ideal base for a comfortable place to stay after a day exploring the natural beauty of Valldal. The Geirangerfjord is just a short distance away, and Valldal offers the most beautiful hiking and biking trails right near the Glamping site. <\/p>\n\n

Comfortable and sustainable summer glamping at Meretes Garden <\/h2>\n\n

Literally spend the night surrounded by nature. In the summer, you can sleep in one of the six large eco-cotton tents. The tents are furnished like first-class hotel rooms, with comfortable beds and down comforters. They are waterproof and temperature-regulating. <\/p>\n\n

The tents are set up on a wooden deck. All tents have 3 to 4 beds (with the option to add a 5th mattress). One tent has 2 stylish wooden single beds. Children ages 0\u20132 stay for free, and special offers apply for stays of 3 nights or longer. <\/p>\n\n

Access to the bathhouse, spa, and Finnish sauna <\/h2>\n\n

The extensive facilities at the Gull\u00e5na bathhouse are located right next to the tents. In addition to showers and restrooms, you\u2019ll also find the spa here. There\u2019s also a modern kitchen that guests can use and a living room with access to the glass greenhouse for yoga. <\/p>\n\n

A Japanese garden with a koi pond creates a serene atmosphere. The garden remains lush and green all year round. Aesthetics and a unique atmosphere are the key words that describe the entire complex. In short, it\u2019s much more than just a place to stay. <\/p>\n\n

Double room in the bathhouse<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n

At the bathhouse, you can stay in a lovely little double room all year round. During the summer months, you\u2019ll share the dressing room and living room with the Glamping guests. <\/p>\n\n

Winter Apartment <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

From October through May, you\u2019ll have the entire 150 m\u00b2 bathhouse all to yourself. It features two bedrooms and a tower room with a view of the starry sky (for 1\u20136 people). A truly unique apartment. <\/p>\n\n

Yoga and Sauna in Nature <\/h2>\n\n

Fall asleep to the sound of the river, wake up to birdsong. You can join a morning yoga class in the old greenhouse. One of the highlights at Meretes Garden is the handmade, wood-heated sauna. Through the large window, you can enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings. The locally built and hand-carved sauna in the Meretes Garden is a gem in its own right. Upon request, it is heated between 5:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. <\/p>\n\n

During your stay, evening access to the sauna and morning yoga* (3 days) are included in the price; you can book a massage as an add-on. <\/p>\n\n

*Yoga: Includes Monday, Wednesday, and Friday; otherwise, NOK. NOK 240 per person <\/p>\n\n

Mindful Walking <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

You can join mindfulness walks in the beautiful natural surroundings near the house. <\/p>\n\n

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About Merete <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Merete Myklebust grew up on the farm that she has now gradually transformed into a retreat<\/a><\/strong>. She has a diverse background: she is a certified yoga teacher and psychotherapist who uses the body as an anchor for change. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition to running the yoga studio, spa, and retreat, working with people is her main focus. Merete loves creative development and entrepreneurship. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yoga, the sauna, and the beautiful natural spots in the area are concepts she hopes will offer you that little bit of extra quality of life. She believes that everything in life exists to foster awareness. And your attitude toward what happens is often crucial to your well-being. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

Local breakfast and use of the kitchen <\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n

Meretes Garden offers a fresh and delicious breakfast made with local ingredients and plenty of homemade items. On weekends, they also serve delicious, healthy waffles with homemade jam and cheese. You\u2019re welcome to use the well-equipped guest kitchen to prepare your own meals. <\/p>\n\n

Vallsdalsleden Pilgrimage Route <\/h2>\n\n

The Vallsdalsleden (Valldalsleia) pilgrimage route is just a 5-minute walk from Meretes Garden. It is, in fact, a certified pilgrim inn. You can stay overnight and have a meal here during your pilgrimage. <\/p>\n\n

Sustainability <\/h2>\n\n

According to Norwegian philosophy, nature conservation is everyone\u2019s responsibility. The local population tries to leave as small a footprint as possible. At Meretes Garden, they are committed<\/strong><\/a> by taking extra good care of the environment, the unique natural surroundings, and the community\u2014and, of course, the guests. When building the house, the priority was on using solid wood, eco-friendly insulation, and paint to create a healthy home to stay in. It is also furnished with bamboo or locally produced furniture of the highest quality. There is a charging station for electric cars. <\/p>\n\n

Meretes Garden holds Environmental Lighthouse\u00ae certification and has been certified by the Norwegian government as a sustainable business. <\/p>\n\n

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History of Meretes Garden<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The history of Myklebust Farm is told through three generations. Merete\u2019s grandfather bought this farm, where Merete grew up. At the time, he grew vegetables and raised livestock on the farm. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Grandfather was an adventurer and had seven children. He went to Alaska as a gold prospector, just like many others from the villages around the fjord. He returned with enough money to start his own factory with his brother to make jam from local berries and fruit. Nils, Merete\u2019s father, trained as a gardener and began tending the farm\u2019s gardens in 1953. This is now the foundation of the retreat, Merete\u2019s Garden. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

Location of Meretes Garden <\/h2>\n\n

Meretes Garden is uniquely situated in Valldal, known as the \u201cstrawberry village,\u201d famous for its impressive mountains, mighty river with powerful waterfalls, and the deep-blue Norddal Fjord. It is situated in the heart of the Geirangerfjord and Tafjord UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is also just a short distance from the famous winding summer road, Trollstigen. <\/p>\n\n

The beautiful natural surroundings are the heart and soul of the retreat. Here you\u2019ll find lovely spots for meditation. A Zen-like path from the garden leads you to the peaceful surroundings of the beautiful Valld\u00f8la River. <\/p>\n\n

You can walk directly from the campground to a forest trail that is part of the Valldalsleia pilgrimage route to Trondheim<\/a><\/strong>. If you\u2019re in good shape, you can take a hike to the monastery grounds just above the center of Valldal. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"