Who made it to Trolltunga once, will understand why one can find trolls in almost every norwegian myth. The landscape of Norway diffuses something mystical, almost magical. Trolltunga, that stands for troll tongue, is a piece of rock jutting horizontally out of a mountain about 700 metres. It belongs to one of the most impressive and gigantic rock formations of the country.  

The troll tongue that is situated on a height of 1.100 metres, about 700 metres above the north side of the green turquoise shimmering lake Ringedalsvatnet. If you want to reach Trolltunga, it is best to travel to Skjeggedal there by car,a region near the municipality of Odda. From there you will have to start a 10 to 12 hours hike. It is highly recommended to do this sometime between June and September, as it can get quite cold during the other months. The hike is long and quite energy-sapping, why one should make sure to bring enough provisions, a torch and a first-aid kit. Furthermore, you need to bring excellent hiking boots, warm and functional clothing and a second set of clothes for changing purposes.

JOURNEY

If you have a car, the journey to Skjeggedal is quite uncomplicated. If you depend on public transportation, make sure to inform yourself about possible connections beforehand.

ACCOMMODATION

The region surrounding Skjeggedal offers a wide selection of accommodations. To ensure a true outdoor experience we recommend you to stay at one of the nearby camping sites.

ALTERNATIVES

Not far away from Skjeggedal you will find the Hardangerfjord, one of the biggest fjords in Norway. For this reason, it makes sense to drive to the Hardangerfjord and have a relaxed SUP session at one of the beautiful spots there.

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