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Autumn in Oppland, Norway Photo: Terje Rakke/Nordic Life/IN
Hiking in the Jotunheimen National Park is like a national sport to Norwegians. Photo: Terje Rakke/Nordic Life/IN
Hardangervidda Mountain Plateau is located east of Bergen and the Hardangerfjord, and is one of Norway's most popular recreational mountain areas. Photo: Anders Gjengedal/Innovation Norway
There are many good spots for kiting at the Hardangervidda Mountain Plateau. Photo: Anders Gjengedal/Innovation Norway
Go for a snowmobile trip across Finnmarksvidda Mountain Plateau. Driving under the northern lights is a magic experience. Photo: C.H./Innovation Norway
Hardangervidda Mountain Plateau is known for excellent hiking and fishing possibilities. You can find organised hikes for groups. Photo: Anders Gjengedal/Innovasjon Norge
Eidsbugarden Mountain Lodge is a popular and good place to stay, and a perfect base camp for doing different walks in the Jotunheimen Mountains. Photo: Anders Gjengedal/Innovation Norway
The Rondane National Park offers hiking and skiing, and you can stay at different mountain lodges every night. Photo: Anders Gjengedal/Innovation Norway
Sunnmørsalpene are located north in Fjord Norway, close to Ålesund and Molde, and offer spectacular peaks and dramatic nature. Photo: Anders Gjengedal/Innovation Norway
The Dovrefjell mountain area is the home of the musk ox and the barrier between the southern and central regions of Norway. Photo: Anders Gjengedal/Innovation Norway
Enjoy the magical midnight sun during the summer months, or the northern lights during autumn and winter. Photo: CH/Innovation Norway
The Lyngensalpene Mountains are located northeast of Tromsø in Northern Norway. Photo: Sigrid de Vries/Destinasjon Tromsø

Mountain guide

Find detailed information on the main mountain regions in Norway. Galdhøpiggen in Jotunheimen is the tallest mountain at 2,469 metres above sea level. More...

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Autumn in Oppland, Norway - Photo: Terje Rakke/Nordic Life/IN

Mountain guide

Find detailed information on the main mountain regions in Norway. Galdhøpiggen in Jotunheimen is the tallest mountain at 2,469 metres above sea level.

Mountain guide

Source: Visitnorway

Mountains of Norway

    Norwegian mountain regions

    Jotunheimen

    Jotunheimen has the largest concentration of mountains higher than 2,000 metres in Northern Europe.

    Hardangervidda

    The vast mountain plateau of Hardangervidda is one of Europe's largest. It is also home to Northern Europe’s largest stock of reindeer.

    Dovrefjell

    The Dovrefjell mountain area is the home of the musk ox and the barrier between the southern and central regions of Norway.

    Finnmarksvidda

    Finnmarksvidda is one of Norway’s largest mountain plateaus and the home of the Sami people.

    Lyngsalpene (The Lyngen Alps)

    The impressive Lyngsalpene are located above the Arctic Circle, not far from the city of Tromsø.

    Rondane

    Norway’s oldest national park is home to wild reindeer and has several peaks over 2,000 metres.

    Sunnmørsalpene

    Majestic peaks and a rugged alpine massif distinguish Sunnmørsalpene from other mountain areas in Norway. Off-piste skiing is at its best here.

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    Hiking offers in Ål

    Follow a hiking trail or cattle path to the top of one of many mountains in the Ål region.

    Hiking offers in Ryfylke

    Ryfylke offers plenty of walking options, whether you are looking for challenging hikes or more gentle walks. The Lysefjord is a popular destination.

    Hiking offers in Geirangerfjord, Ålesund and Sunnmøre

    From Slogen in the Sunnmøre Alps to Skageflå in Geirangerfjord, stunning hikes abound in the Ålesund region. Coast, fjord or mountain? You choose.

    Hiking offers in Hammerfest

    Hammerfest offers hiking in arctic landscape, fjords, glaciers and white beaches. Or you can choose one of several peaks.

    Hiking at Stalheim

    Stalheim Hotel is a two-hour drive from Bergen, and is the starting point for several hikes exploring fjords and mountains.
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    Hiking offers along the pilgrims' routes

    Choose the pilgrim's route you want to walk, and plan your stay at the Nidaros Pilgrim Centre in Trondheim.

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    Fun activities in fjords and mountains

    Watch films and read articles from our summer tour in Fjord Norway. River rafting and glacier walking are two of many holiday activities.

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