Can you hike Trolltunga in January?

Can you hike Trolltunga in January?

Professional local guides allows you to experience Trolltunga covered in ice and snow. The changing winter weather is a challenge in itself, hence our guides knows to respect the nature and will always put safety first. Avoid the summer crowds – put your snowshoes on and enter adventure.

Can you hike Trolltunga in December?

Don’t have problem with anything. Weather and conditions permitting you could hike in the Bergen mountains from Ulriken to Fløien. But you need to observe the very short daylight hours at this time of year !

How long does it take to hike Trolltunga?

Estimated hiking time is 7–10 hours. Signs along the trail show the remaining distance to both Trolltunga and back to the trailhead. We recommend that you have at least two days at your disposal to increase the chances of nice weather. Trolltunga is surrounded by steep cliffs and there are no fences.

Is Trolltunga a fjord?

The unique rock Trolltunga is hanging 700 metres above the lake Ringedalsvatnet in Skjeggedal, at 1100 metres above sea level. Fjord Tours offers a guided tour to Trolltunga.

How do I get from Oslo to Trolltunga?

Train, fly, line 1008 car ferry, drive

1. Take the train from Oslo S to Oslo lufthavn stasjon.
2. Fly from Oslo (OSL) to Stord (SRP)
3. Take the line 1008 car ferry from Skjersholmane ferjekai to Ranavik ferjekai.
4. Drive from Ranavik ferjekai to Trolltunga.

How busy is Trolltunga?

The best time to visit and hike Trolltunga is from mid-June until early September. These are the most pleasant months for hiking and seeing the spectacular scenic cliffs. However, it gets very crowded up there. Read on for our detailed description of weather conditions, how to avoid the crowds, and a full season guide.

Is Norway a country?

Norway is a long country located in Northern Europe – with borders to Sweden, Finland and Russia on the east side, and an extensive coastline facing the North Atlantic Ocean on the west side. Like Sweden and Denmark, Norway has grown to become a multicultural country.

Where is Odda in Norway?

Hardanger
Odda (help·info) is a town in Ullensvang Municipality in Vestland county, Norway. The town is the administrative centre of the municipality and the largest urban area in the whole Hardanger district.

Will Trolltunga break?

Access. Trolltunga is located 17 kilometres (11 mi) from the town of Odda. The hike from the parking area to Trolltunga and back again is a 27-kilometre (17 mi) round-trip distance with a 1,100-metre (3,600 ft) gain in elevation, and it takes approximately 10–12 hours, including breaks.

How do I hike to Trolltunga?

The trail to Trolltunga, situated at 1180 metres, is signposted. From the main trailhead at P2 in Skjeggedal, the round-trip hike is 28 km with an ascent of almost 800 metres. The estimated hiking time is 8–12 hours. There is an additional trailhead at P3 Mågelitopp.

How long is the hike up to Trolltunga?

The hike through high-mountain terrain up to Trolltunga (1180 m) is long and demanding, but you are rewarded with magnificent views. From the main trailhead at P2 in Skjeggedal, the round-trip hike is 27 km with an ascent of almost 800 metres. The estimated hiking time is 8–12 hours. There is an additional trailhead at P3 Mågelitopp.

What can you do in Trolltunga in Norway?

Trolltunga AS is a organization, established by the local municipalities. We construct hiking paths, maintain toilets, parking areas and emergency shelters, offer mountain ranger services and maintain the 5,2 km Skjeggedalsvegen road.

Where is Trolltunga on the Hardangervidda plateau?

Situated at the western edge of the Hardangervidda plateau, near the town of Odda, Trolltunga was carved by the icecap that once covered most of Scandinavia. The hike through high-mountain terrain up to Trolltunga (1180 m) is long and demanding, but you are rewarded with magnificent views.