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How hard is the hike to Trolltunga?
The hiking trail spans about 14km one way and on average it takes 10 – 12 hours to walk from the starting point to Trolltunga and back. What is this? The journey to Trolltunga is tough, even tougher for non-experienced hikers but you will be accompanied by many breathtaking scenes along the way.
How do I prepare for Trolltunga?
Getting Prepared for Trolltunga Hiking
- Keep yourself in a good shape.
- Someone in your group must have the First Aid Kit.
- You should get warm clothes.
- Start early.
- Think about the food you will eat during your hike.
- Additional equipment.
How long is the hike up to Trolltunga?
From the main trailhead in Skjeggedal, the round-trip hike is 28 kilometres with an ascent of almost 800 metres, so you have to be prepared for a hike of 10–12 hours including breaks.
Do you need a guide to hike Trolltunga?
We strongly recommend hiking the Trolltunga Trail with a guide, especially for people with limited mountain hiking experience. Your guide will keep you safe and really enrich your Trolltunga experience!
Where is Odda 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.
Has anyone died at Trolltunga?
On 5 September 2015, a 24-year-old Australian woman fell to her death off Trolltunga. It is believed to be the first recorded death from a fall there.
Where does the Trolltunga hike start?
Skjeggedal
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.
When can you hike in Norway?
Best time of the year for hiking in Norway is May to September, as it is the warmest time and there is the least snow. If you are tough enough, you may also go hiking during winter in Norway.
How do I get to Odda Norway?
Train from Oslo City Center The train departures Oslo City Center (Oslo S) relatively often, and the travel duration is between 5 to 6 hours. Train from Oslo to Voss. The 2 hour bus from Voss Station will take you directly to Odda. Plan you travel here.
How do you get to troll tongue in Norway?
The Trolltunga-Preikestolen Express bus connects the Trolltunga hike with Pulpit Rock during the summer months. From Stavanger, take the Nor-Way bus. From Oslo, take the Haukliekspressen bus. From Bergen, take bus 930….Distances to Trolltunga:
- From Bergen: 3 hours.
- From Oslo: 5 to 6 hours.
- From Stavanger: 3.5 hours.
What language do they speak in Odda Norway?
Koiné language
The town of Odda grew up around this smelter in the early-twentieth century, drawing migrants from different parts of Norway. As a result, there developed a new dialect, a mixture of that spoken in the home regions of the migrants—a phenomenon termed by linguists “a Koiné language”.
What does ODDA mean?
Acronym. Definition. ODDA. Oregon Death with Dignity Act.