Molden

Hike to Molden in Luster

Starting point: Mollandsmarki road just where it levels out after rising steeply from the R55 junction. You turn off to the left just past the cattle grid and follow the forest track for some 300m. Then you bear right along a good path marked with red spots.

After about one kilometre you take a new forest track for about 600m. You are then on the path at the point where the track turns sharply to the right. From here the path rises steeply and after a little climb you reach Svarthiller with its spectacular view over the fjord towards Ornes on the other side.

Leaving Svarthiller the path turns through ninety degrees and winds its way past steep crags. The ground then levels out and the going is reasonably good to the cairn on the top of Molden, 1116 m above sea level. The best view is surely to the east, over the innermost parts of Lustrafjorden with Nes and Høyheimsvik in the foreground. On a clear summer night a trip to Molden can be an adventure.

Bring food and warm clothes and see the sun rise above the mountains in Jotunheimen at about 4.00 in the morning.

Important information

Parking: Parking at Krossen.

Distance: 8.6 km

Duration: 4 hours and 30 minutes

Difficulty: Moderately demanding tour

Season: June - October

Toilet: There is a public toilet at Krossen, use it before starting the tour.

Water: Fill your bottle with water before the tour as there may be limited access to water on the tour.

Leads are mandatory between April 1 and November 1. Your dog must not run loose.

Planning your hike

Before embarking on any hike, it’s essential to check current trail conditions, weather forecasts, and ensure you have the necessary equipment, especially for challenging hikes. The overview maps and information about the trip in this brochure is only for inspiration. Do not use this map for the hike. Buy a proper map or contact a guiding company in the Sognefjord.

Hiking Etiquette:

Respecting the environment and fellow hikers is paramount in maintaining the pristine beauty of the Sognefjord region. Abide by these guidelines to ensure a harmonious coexistence with nature and fellow explorers:

We're delighted to have you visiting - thanks for showing respect and care during your stay.

1. Use marked toilets and trash bins

2. Stick to marked trails and roads

3. Don't feed the animals

4. Respect private property

5. Keep left on roads and use sidewalk to give way to local farmes

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