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Hiking
From short walks with stunning views to challenging mountain hikes. Discover beautiful routes, unique nature and practical tips for the trail.
Hiking11 tips for adventures in Åndalsnes
Åndalsnes is THE mecca for climbers, mountain hikers, mountain bikers, cyclists, swimmers, kayakers.. Every outdoor lover can enjoy themselves to their heart's content here. Winding rivers, blue-green fjords, thundering waterfalls, dizzying hairpin bends and rugged mountain peaks take turns in the heart of fjord Norway. That makes Åndalsnes the perfect base for adventures in nature.…Read more
HikingHiking to the spectacular Brenndalsbreen
In the area of Jostedalsbreen national park, near Loen, lies the Brenndalsbreen. And in Norway, the rule is: if it exists, you can hike to it! Okay, I just made that up on the spot, but it's often true. Let's address the elephant in the room right away, because you're going to come across this…Read more
Hiking9 tips for hiking in Norway
Going hiking in Norway soon? Then make sure you're well prepared! It doesn't just make hiking a lot more comfortable and fun, in the worst case it can even be a matter of life and death. Every year tourists still have to be rescued from mountaintops by helicopter, so read on quickly and make sure…Read more
HikingHiking on Smøla: the colorful Maurdalen
During my six-week retreat on the island of Smøla, I hiked pretty much the whole island. Together with my loyal four-legged friend Finn, I explored almost every square meter of the island. Rain or shine. One of our favorites was the hike through Maurdalen. Fall conjured up the most beautiful colors in the landscape, and…Read more
HikingLitlefjellet, the hidden gem of Romsdal
Somewhere in Vengedalen lies a very well hidden gem. It's dreamy, beautiful and fairylike and it's called Litlefjellet (literally 'small mountain'). Locals also call it 'Romsdalseggen light'. Litlefjellet is my favorite spot in the entire area and getting their is fairly easy as well! Even though I'd rather keep this special place for myself, I can't possibly keep…Read more
HikingTrollkirka: stunning caves with waterfalls
On an extremely hot day in August, while we were on our way to visit the Atlantic Road, we stumbled upon a tiny parking lot in Fræna, Møre og Romsdal. We found a sign there, saying 'Trollkirka', but most of it was in Norwegian. While eating our sandwiches we tried to figure out what it…Read more
HikingEiafossen: a hike along the Rauma river
The Rauma is a 68-kilometer-long river that runs through the Romsdalen valley from Lesja to Åndalsnes in countless bends. All kinds of plants and trees grow along the river, and it's a lovely place to stretch your legs after all that road tripping around the area. Behind the Trollveggen visitor center, for example, you can…Read more
Hiking, SightseeingSpotting wildlife at Snøhetta viewpoint
Snøhetta viewpoint is an architectural masterpiece in Dovrefjell-Sunndalsfjella National Park. The gigantic glass mirror wall with organic wooden shapes was built by the architecture firm of the same name, Snøhetta, also known for the underwater restaurant and the most environmentally friendly hotel in the world. The viewpoint opened in 2011 and has won several international…Read more
HikingTips & tricks for hiking to Trolltunga
It's one of the most famous spots in Norway and you'll see her appear in most videos, campaigns and brochures about Norway: Trolltunga. You can't get around it on Instagram, as people from all over the world pose on the piece of rock that resembles a Trolls Tongue (hence the name). And yes, it's absolutely…Read more
HikingPreikestolen – the most famous mountain in Norway
In the south of Norway, the 604-meter-high Preikestolen towers proudly above the Lysefjord. This enormous cliff - known in English as Pulpit Rock - owes its name to the dead-straight shape of the overhang. Quite a phenomenon! It's no wonder Preikestolen is the most famous mountain in Norway. And that's not just because the new…Read more
Experience the far north yourself?
From rugged mountains and endless roads to quiet forests and the northern lights. Discover the trips through the far north and find your next adventure.