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HIKES ON THE FOLGEFONNA AND TO TROLLTUNGAVideo: Hans Christian Davidsen
Trolltunga is one of the most spectacular rock formations in Norway. It lies at 1100 meters, about 700 meters above Lake Ringedalsvatnet. From Trolltunga you have a breathtaking view. The hike starts in Skjeggedal, leads through the high mountains, lasts a total of 10 to 12 hours (27.5 kilometers) and has an ascent of 1000 meters.
A marked hiking trail starts from the parking lot in Skjeggedal. Along the way, you will find signs with information about how far it still is to Trolltunga. Before starting the hike, please make sure that you are in sufficient shape and condition and have the right equipment for a high mountain tour. During the hike, there is only partial mobile phone reception (Telenor). Normally, the hike can be done from mid-June, depending on current snow conditions, until about mid-September.
Warning: Do not go to Trolltunga in winter. From March, you can join guided snowshoe tours with Trolltunga Active.
Author’s recommendation
Adventurous people can take guided bike, hiking, and via ferrata tours with Trolltunga Active.
Trolltunga in Norway, like Preikestolen, is an absolute tourist magnet. Many head out to see this gigantic view with their own eyes at least once. Therefore, it is recommended to start early. As already mentioned, be sure to have the right equipment and enough supplies, then the hike to Trolltunga becomes an unforgettable Norway experience.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Safety information
It is important to pay attention to your own safety here. Depending on the time of year for the ascent, the following recommendations apply:
June 15 — September 15 Ascent is optionally possible alone or with a guide.
September 16 — October 15 and March 04 — June 14 Only with a mountain guide. From March to June in the form of a snowshoe/ski tour.
October 16 — March 3 Because of the risk during this time, you should definitely not climb Trolltunga in winter!
Tips and suggestions
Roadbook
You start from the parking lot and walk a few hundred meters back on the access road until you reach the beginning of the hiking trail (well signposted). The ascent immediately after the parking lot is already very steep and stretches over the first 400 meters of elevation gain. Then you continue through the next section of the hike, which is crossed by countless streams and small rivers. Then follows a stretch through scree before you get an incredibly amazing view of the lakes, fjords, and mountains. Many people use this spot to spend a night with a tent.
Now you follow a path uphill and downhill to Trolltunga and you will be richly rewarded for the effort. This view is simply unique and truly gigantic.
Public transport
BETWEEN ODDA AND SKJEGGEDAL (start point of the hike)
Trolltunga Shuttle: (June 15 – September 15) Pickup service from most accommodation places in Odda. www.oddataxi.no
From Odda
Odda Camping: 06:10, 07:35
Trolltunga Hotel: 06:15, 07:40
Odda Taxi Station: 06:30, 07:50
Trolltunga Studios (bus stop Freim): 06:31, 07:51
Tyssedal Hotel (bus stop): 06:35, 07:55
Trolltunga Guesthouse (at the bridge): 06:37, 07:57
Tyssohallen Parking lot: 06:40, 08:00
Skjeggedal (start point hike): 06:55, 08:20
From Skjeggedal
Skjeggedal: 17:00, 18:30, 20:00
Public bus transport: Route 995, www.skyss.no. (No advance booking possible, cash payment only)
Directions
Drive on road 13 to Tyssedal (6 km from Odda). Follow the signs here to Skjeggedal and toward Trolltunga. After about 7 km you reach the parking lot in Skjeggedal, parking fee NOK 500/day, 250 spaces. The income is used to repair the public facilities in this area.
Alternative parking lot for a maximum of 30 cars at Topp, 4 km from Skjeggedal in the direction of Trolltunga. Very steep and narrow road with tight curves, 400 meters elevation gain with up to 17% gradient. Only for experienced drivers. Four-wheel drive recommended, only for cars with a maximum height of 2 meters. Access prohibited for motorhomes and motorcycles. The road opens at 07:00 am and only for the first 30 cars. Payment at the beginning of the road. www.trolltunga-road.com
Parking
Parking lot in Skjeggedal, parking fee Norwegian kroner 500 per day (about 50 euros, 250 spaces). The income is used to repair the public facilities in this area.
Alternative parking lot for a maximum of 30 cars at Topp, 4 kilometers from Skjeggedal in the direction of Trolltunga. Very steep and narrow road with tight curves, 400 meters elevation gain with up to 17 percent gradient. Only for experienced drivers. Four-wheel drive recommended, only for cars with a maximum height of 2 meters. Access prohibited for motorhomes and motorcycles. The road opens at 07:00 am and only for the first 30 cars. Payment at the beginning of the road. www.trolltunga-road.com
Coordinates
Book recommendation by the author
Author’s map recommendations
Norway hiking and ski maps
Places: Odda, Ullensvang, Lofthus, Vikebygd, Sörfjorden, Sorfjorden, Eide, Hardanger, Jondal, Kinsarvik
Scale 1:50,000.
This map from the comprehensive series for the main hiking areas in Norway offers many special information for hikers and skiers based on topographic map data.
The colored map shows contour lines, roads, paths, parking lots, hiking trails, ski tracks, places, cabins, rivers and lakes, campsites, sights, names, and much, much more. The UTM grid is printed; the legend is Norwegian and English. World Geodetic System 1984 (WGS84)
Year of issue: 2017
Manufacturer: nordeca
Equipment
Sturdy footwear and warm clothing.
With an elevation difference of 1100 meters, suitable footwear is essential for a successful hike. Wear hiking boots and leave your sneakers at home. Your path will lead you through wet meadows, marsh, and water. It is especially cold at higher altitudes – so remember warm clothing.
Wear windproof and weatherproof outdoor clothing, and always pack extra clothes to change in your backpack, including a hat, gloves, and scarf.
Keep in mind that when overcoming 1000 meters elevation, it is quite normal to enjoy the weather in a T-shirt in the valley but need a jacket at the summit.
Important to know: Wrong equipment is the main reason mountain rescuers have to be called out most often.
You should also pack enough food and drink in your backpack. Considering you might be on your feet for 10 to 12 hours, sufficient food and drink are just as important as the right equipment.
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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