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At the western edge of the Hardangervidda plateau, you’ll find Trolltunga – the most spectacular rock formation in Norway. Trolltunga is a rock jutting into space 700 metres above Ringedalsvatnet lake! The hike through high-mountain terrain up to Trolltunga is long and demanding, but you are rewarded with magnificent views. 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. The round-trip hike from P3 Mågelitopp is 20 km with an ascent of about 320 metres. The estimated hiking time is 7–10 hours. More information about Trolltunga at www.trolltunga.com Shuttle services connect the town of Odda, P1 Tyssedal and P2 Skjeggedal. There is a shuttle bus with limited capacity between P2 Skjeggedal and P3 Mågelitopp. Signs along the trail to Trolltunga show the remaining distance to Trolltunga and back to the trailhead. 4G mobile coverage on most of the hike. The hike to Trolltunga is recommended from the beginning of June (depending on when the snow melts) until the end of September. Make a careful evaluation of your own shape and equipment. All nature-based activities are at your own risk. If you are not an experienced hiker, join a guided hike. Guided hikes are offered by Trolltunga Active and Trolltunga Adventures. From January, guided snowshoe or ski hikes are offered by Trolltunga Active, or from March-May with Trolltunga Adventures. 1 June–30 September: Guided hiking recommended. Experienced hikers can hike on their own. 1 October–31 May: Guided hiking only. Start your hike to Trolltunga early in the morning. Starting from September, the hours of daylight are reduced, and the nights are colder. Start hiking before 08:00. (In June–July you can start a little later.) EQUIPMENT, WEATHER FORECAST AND TROLLTUNGA TRAIL INFORMATION The weather in the high mountains can change quickly and it is always colder than at sea level. Check the weather forecast. Do not hike if strong winds, heavy rain or fog is predicted. Rescue operations are triggered by hikers every year. What to bring: hiking boots, additional clothing, rainwear, plenty to eat and drink, a headlamp, a basic first-aid kit, a bivvy. Hiking equipment for rent in Skjeggedal and at Odda Tourist Office. TROLLTUNGA TRAIL INFORMATION The Mountain Guards provide updated information about the conditions for the Trolltunga hike on Trolltunga Trail Information (Facebook). PHOTOS AT TROLLTUNGA When the weather is nice, there are many hikers in the mountain and a photo queue at Trolltunga. Please keep this in mind when you are taking your pictures. Try to be efficient and limit yourself to two poses. Someone nearby will gladly take your picture – just ask. HIKING DOS AND DON’TS Always Bring plenty of food and drink. Bring extra warm, windproof and waterproof clothing. Stay together with your fellow hikers – never leave them on their own. Help keep our mountain wilderness pristine! Please carry all your garbage back, discard it in the rubbish bins in the parking lots. Your campsite and toilet visits must be downhill from trails and well away from streams. Never For safety reasons, don’t operate drones in the hiking areas. Never attach stickers onto signs or information boards. This information is vital to all hikers! Don’t light campfires between April 15th and September 15th. Don’t pollute our streams! For more information and maps regarding the hike or for information regarding accommodation, contact Odda Tourist Office [email protected] TRANSPORTATION, PARKING AND TRAILHEAD By car Follow route 13 to Tyssedal, 6 km from the centre of Odda. Parking P1 in Tyssedal 220 spaces Parking fee: Same day (until midnight) – NOK 300 Two days (until midnight) – NOK 500 Three days (until midnight) – NOK 700 Optional transportation to P2/P3 paid separately Distance to Trolltunga: 40 km return hike Ascent: appr. 1040 m Total ascent: appr. 2.000 m Estimated hiking time: 15 hours P2 in Skjeggedal – Main Trailhead 180 spaces. Parking fee: Same day (until midnight) – NOK 500 Two days (until midnight) – NOK 700 Three days (until midnight) – NOK 900 Optional transportation to P3 paid separately Distance to Trolltunga: 28 km return hike Ascent: appr. 800 m Total ascent: appr. 1.200 m The road is too narrow for camper vans and mini vans. Max length: 5.2 m Estimated hiking time: 8–12 hours P3 Mågelitopp Private toll road/parking lot 30 parking spaces. Parking fee: NOK 600 per day (2020 price). Pre-booking only Distance to Trolltunga: 20 km return hike Ascent: appr. 320 m Total ascent: appr. 800 m Estimated hiking time: 7–10 hours Transport from Odda to P1 Tyssedal and P2 Skjeggedal Shuttle buses between Odda, P1 Tyssedal and P2 Skjeggedal are operated by two companies — Odda Taxi and Odda Buss. Season: 13 May–26 September More information: here https://trolltunga.com/plan-your-trip/parking-and-transportation/ Transport from P2 Skjeggedal to P3 Mågelitopp: Shuttle buses between P2 Skjeggedal and P3 Mågelitopp. Starting from P3 Mågelitopp will save you 1–1,5 hours hike each way. Limited capacity. Pre-booking recommended. Season: 15 June–15 September (depending on snow conditions). More information here: https://trolltunga.com/plan-your-trip/parking-and-transportation/ Tailored shuttle service: On request, Shuttlebus Hardanger offers transportation and pick-up service to/from the starting and ending point of the hiking trail. Booking information, you can find here. Public transport to Odda: Several daily bus connections to/from Voss, Bergen, Stavanger and Oslo. National journey planner: en-tur.no. Vestland County journey planner: reise.skyss.no. Airports: Haugesund (2.5 hours) Bergen (3 hours) Stavanger (4 hours) Oslo (6 hours). More information: here https://trolltunga.com/plan-your-trip/parking-and-transportation/
