Valdres offers a number of examples of stave churches, some dating back to viking times 1000 years ago. The Slidre Domkirken Stone Cathedral, and stave kirken at Lomen are two of the many examples of churches from medieval times. There are examples of runic writing and viking carving in these ancient relics. They are not generally open for tours, however, many of them are staffed by students in the summer months. They will provide tours at designated times, usually for about 20 kroner 2007 prices.
