Tag: hiking
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Mountain Rule 8: No Shame in Turning Around
7-toppturen in Jørpelandsheiene When we told friends about our ambition to climb Norway’s seven highest peaks, they told us about a hike in the Jorpeland area that goes through seven peaks (there are actually two 7-top tours). This seemed like a good little side quest for our 7 Summits project. And a welcome one, since the…
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Seven Summits of Norway, Peak 3: Skardstinden – Norway’s Fifth-Highest Peak
After a failed attempt on Surtningssue the weekend before, we headed back to Jotunheimen to tick off the next mountain on our list: Skardstinden. At 2,373 m, it is Norway’s fifth-highest peak. The route is mostly a long, demanding hike, but it finishes with four roped scrambles in a row along an exposed ridge. The…
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Seven Summits of Norway, Peak 2: Surtningssue – First Attempt
Surtningssue is the seventh and lowest of the seven highest peaks in Norway, and the one we had marked as an early-season objective. At 2,368 metres, and without glacier or rope climbing, it is the least technical of the seven. Yet this doesn’t mean it is a walk in the park. Gjendesheim Gjendesheim sits at…
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Packing for Surtningssue: What I Bring on a Norwegian Mountain Hike
This week I’ve been planning our upcoming trip to Surtningssue, peak number two in our Seven Summits of Norway project. Getting into packing mode got me thinking about what I actually bring on a hike here in Norway, and it seemed like a good moment to write it down. There’s no one-size-fits-all answer to this.…
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Climbing the 7 Highest Peaks on Norway in 2026: Costs, Planning and Preparations
For many, January is the month when summer holiday planning begins. The same applies to us. We started looking into when and how we can best climb the seven highest peaks of Norway in 2026, and what equipment we need to do so.
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A Weekend at the DNT Cabin Grautheller: The Last Snow of the Season in Sirdal
Our cabin trip to Grautheller last week was a perfect early spring getaway in the mountains. After navigating the tricky parking situation in the village of Suleskard, we made our way along the private road that leads to the cabin. Though supposedly reserved for kraftstasjon workers, there were quite a few cars on the road.…
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Hiking the Randaberg Coastline: A Rainy but Rewarding 20km Hike
Last weekend, we kicked off our first proper training for the Four Day Marches with a 20km coastal hike around Randaberg. As expected, the weather was far from ideal—rain, wind, and the classic Stavanger grey sky. Despite that, it was a great hike. With a mix of farmland, rugged coastline, historical sites, and beaches, this…
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Besseggen and Jotunheimen: A 5-Day No-Car Hiking and Camping Guide
This summer, my friend and I wanted to go camping and hiking to escape the busy city life and enjoy nature. Without a car, we wanted to go somewhere easily accessible with public transport. We found a beginner-friendly 3-day route around Russvatnet in Jotunheimen on nepaltur.no. The hike is mostly flat, so since we love…
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Preikestolen in Wintertime
Yes, October might seem a bit early to discuss winter trips, but this one is worth planning far ahead. Preikestolen is always a beautiful hike, but in wintertime, it might even be better than in summertime. The view looks even more magical with the snow-covered mountains, and you will likely be on the plateau all…
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Resources for Planning a Hike on Svalbard
Introduction The landscape on Svalbard is as stunning as it is hostile. Planning a hike here is different from planning a hike on the mainland. Knowledge is your most important tool. The Arctic is constantly changing, with unpredictable weather, unstable terrain, and the presence of polar bears. It’s therefore essential to have accurate, up-to-date information…
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Heat Acclimatisation Training
Now that I live in Norway, I don’t have to worry so much about the summer heatwaves anymore. But I am planning on walking the four-day marches next year. That got me thinking, how am I going to prepare for the heat? My group commander used to say ”You’re not hindered by the heat if…
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The biggest hiking event in the world: The Four Day Marches
Introduction The Four Day Marches, known as “Vierdaagse” in Dutch, is the largest hiking event in the world. It attracts tens of thousands of participants from all over the globe, who come together to challenge their endurance and celebrate at the parties (a.k.a ‘De vierdaagse feesten’ ) surrounding the event. My Personal Experience I have…