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How many people visit Trolltunga?
Until 2010, fewer than 800 people hiked to Trolltunga each year. In 2016 more than 80,000 people hiked the 27-kilometre (17 mi) round-trip from the village of Skjeggedal, making it one of Norway’s most popular hikes….
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How many hours 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.
Can you drive to Trolltunga?
Driving is the easiest and most efficient way to reach Trollunga from Bergen with a travel time of 4 hours. The route covers a distance of 99 miles (159km) and passes by the North Sea and the Hardangerfjord. There are toll roads and a ferry crossing near the end of the journey.
Can you drive to trolltunga?
Can you hike trolltunga a day?
That is possible to do, but it will be a very long, tiring day, and I don’t recommend it. The hike to Trolltunga can take 12 hours (although if you take the shuttle to and from the upper parking lot you can save about 3 hours). Add in 6 hours of driving for the day and that’s a very long day.
What mountain is trolltunga on?
At the western edge of the Hardangervidda mountain plateau and near the town of Odda, Trolltunga (the troll’s tongue) and the valley below were carved out by an icecap that covered most of Scandinavia during a series of ice ages.
What mountain is Trolltunga on?
How much is parking at trolltunga?
Parking fee: NOK 600 per day. Road toll: Vehicles that park at P3 Mågelitopp must also pay the road toll for the Skjeggedalsvegen road (from P1 Tysssedal to P2 Skjeggedal). Pay NOK 200 at P2 Skjeggedal. If weather permits, and it is not snow up to P3 Mågelitopp, parking will open at P3 Mågelitopp early in June.
Can I camp in trolltunga?
Trolltunga Adventures also has a prepared campsite situated on the high mountain. Their Trolltunga Classic adventure includes all camping gear, and hearty meals are provided, so you don’t have to haul any of this yourself. There are many advantages to joining a guided hike and adventure.
How much does it cost to hike Trolltunga?
There is no fee to hike Trolltunga. However, if you have a car, you will have to pay for parking. Use the bathroom in the car park before starting the hike. This is your only chance to use a toilet until you get back to the parking lot. Between June 15 and September 15 you do not need a guide to do this hike.
Why is Trolltunga so popular in Norway?
Trolltunga is one of Norway’s most popular hikes for good reason. It is an incredibly scenic hike, ending at the Troll’s tongue, a thin sliver of rock perfect for creative photographs. This is definitely a hike to add to your bucket list. For us, the hike to Trolltunga was our third of four hikes in Norway.
Can I day trip from Bergen to Trolltunga?
Trolltunga is located in southern Norway near Hardangerfjord. Most people stay in Odda or Tyssedal to hike Trolltunga. Lately, we have been getting a lot of questions from people who want to day trip from Bergen, hike Trolltunga, and then drive back to Bergen the same day.