Good advice for the mountain hike
ALWAYS
- Bring plenty of food and drink.
- Bring extra warm, windproof and waterproof clothing.
- Stay together with your fellow hikers – never leave them on their own.
- Help keep our mountain wilderness pristine!
- Keep your campsite and toilet visits downhill from trails and away from streams.
- Bring back all your garbage (including used toilet paper). Discard it in the rubbish bins in the parking lots.
- Small rubbish bags are available from your bus driver.
NEVER
- Don’t pollute our streams or lakes!
- Don’t light campfires between April 15th and September 15th.
- No camping at the trailhead.
- Never attach stickers onto signs or information boards.
This information is vital to all hikers!
Always check the weather forecast before starting
The weather in the high mountains can change quickly, and it is always colder on the mountain than down by the fjord. Always check the weather forecast before starting!
Do not walk in high winds, strong winds or fog. Every year there are rescues for tourists who are poorly equipped or who are not well enough prepared.
You must be in good physical shape!
The walk up to Trolltunga is long and arduous. If you have heart problems or other medical conditions, you should not take this trip!
If you're not used to taking long walks all day — especially in the high mountains — we recommend choosing other great and more accessible attractions. Or get in training! Start with shorter trips.
Take it easy and save your energy!
Spend plenty of time on the hike, especially in steep lots. Take frequent breaks, drink plenty of water, and eat some food to keep your energy levels up. When hiking in the mountains, it is advisable to eat about every two hours. Remember that you are more prone to accidents when you are tired and unconcentrated.
Do not take the little ones to the mountains!
We recommend that everyone joining the trip be at least 12 years old, in good physical shape, and accustomed to long walks.
The mountain is not a safe place for infants and toddlers! They are especially vulnerable to low temperatures and bad weather. Remember that it is always colder and more windy in the mountains than at the fjord.
If, against our warnings, you choose to bring young children, be prepared to carry them all the way. It requires you to be strong, persevering and have a good quality baby carrier. Stop often to check that the child is warm and comfortable, has good blood circulation and does not get muscle cramps.
Protect yourself from the sun
Cover the skin and apply high-factor sunscreen. Even if the wind is cool, you can get sunburned without noticing it until it's too late.
In acute situations
There are three rescue huts along the trail that can provide emergency shelter in bad weather. See map for location.
If you urgently need help, call ! 112. Give an accurate description of your situation and where you are located. Time is vital, and it is important that rescue crews can find you quickly. Be sure to make yourself clearly visible.
Emergency services in Norway cost nothing.
