The number of visitors to Trolltunga has increased rapidly, from 800 visitors in 2010 to 87,000 in 2018. In 2024, 86 percent of our visitors were foreign travellers. Previously, many tourists were poorly prepared for the long hike. Some were inadequately dressed, carried too little food and water, and became completely exhausted.
Mountain Rangers and Emergency Shelters
In 2016, there were 42 rescue operations. To make the hike safer, two emergency shelters were built in 2016, and the mountain patrol system was introduced in 2017. In 2023, a new emergency shelter was opened near Trolltunga itself. Since our introduction of the Mountain Rangers, the number of rescue operations has dropped drastically. The most common injury is a sprained ankle.
The Mountain Ranger cabin is staffed around the clock from approximately May 17th to mid-October. A Mountain Ranger also hikes to Trolltunga itself around midday to organize the queue, unless they are needed for rescue missions.
Trolltunga’s parking attendants and Mountain Rangers ensure that all hikers are properly dressed and equipped with enough food and water. This helps prevent many injuries.
The three emergency shelters, the Mountain Ranger cabin that is staffed around the clock, parking attendants, improved mobile coverage, upgraded trails, better pre-hike information, and signs and information boards along the trail have made the Trolltunga hike much safer.
The Emergency Shelter at Floren
Here, you can seek shelter in case of a storm or other emergency situations. The rescue cabin is equipped with sleeping bags, blankets, and provisions.
Photo: Åse Marie Evjen
Pay attention to the return hike!
Many accidents happen on the hike down when hikers are tired and exhausted. Make sure to eat enough along the hike to maintain your energy. Allow plenty of time for breaks and start your return hike early enough to reach the bottom before dark.
Download a map of the Trolltunga Trail. It will show you the nearest emergency shelter, recommended camping spots, and locations with running water.
Always stay on the trail and keep your group together. It is much easier for the Mountain Rangers to locate a group that stays together than individuals scattered across the mountain.
If you need help, call the Emergency number: 112!
