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Dørålseter in the Rondane National Park, Norway - Photo: CH/Innovation Norway
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Dørålseter in the Rondane National Park, Norway Photo: CH/Innovation Norway

Need to know about hiking in Norway

Find safety tips and practical information to help you make the most out of your hiking holiday in Norway.

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Døralseter in the Rondane National Park, Norway - Photo: CH/Innovation Norway

Need to know about hiking in Norway

Find safety tips and practical information to help you make the most out of your hiking holiday in Norway.

Need to know about hiking in Norway

Source: Visitnorway

Practical information

Seasons and climate in Norway

Because of the Gulf Stream, Norway has a friendlier climate than the latitude indicates.

Right of access

In Norway everyone has the unrestricted right of free access in the countryside - including the national parks.

Mountain guide

Here is a guide to all the main mountain regions in Norway. Galdhøpiggen is the tallest mountain at 2,469 metres. Find out more.

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Hiking in the Sognefjord area

The Sognefjord area is a paradise for hiking enthusiasts with a great variety of routes for both experienced and inexperienced adventurers.

Hiking in Troms

Troms boasts three national parks with good hiking. Exploring Senja Island, Reisa National Park and Lauklines are among the highlights.

Hiking in Finnmark

With its fjords and the unique Finnmarksvidda mountain plateau, the vast county of Finnmark is well-suited for hiking holidays for the whole family.

Hiking in Ålesund and Sunnmøre

The stunning fjord landscape of Western Norway is an eldorado for hikers, and superb walks await within easy distance of both Ålesund and Geiranger.

Hike Fjord Norway

Fjord Norway is home to the most stunning nature in Europe. Hike along scenic paths through majestic mountains by the coast or fjords and glaciers.

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