The Trolltunga Via Ferrata

Are you yearning for a challenging and exciting adventure? Then Trolltunga Via Ferrata is perfect for you! We climb the 250–metre Via Ferrata route, before walking the final 3 km to Trolltunga. Our return is a hike down the Trolltunga Trail.

On this excursion you will experience mountain scenery that is breathtakingly magnificent. And you are sure to experience an adrenaline rush and a sense of accomplishment as you scale the 250 metre high rock wall to reach the mountain plateau near Trolltunga. The view from this outcrop itself, suspended 700 metres above Ringedalsvatnet lake is unforgettable.

Via ferrata is an Italian term that means “iron path”. In short, it is a protected climbing route built with a steel cable fixed to the rock, metal steps and ladders, and sometimes also suspension bridges and zip wires. The term defines both the route and the mountain activity, which consists of safely climbing the via ferrata while a harness attaches you to the steel cable. Halfway between scrambling and rock climbing, via ferratas allow non-expert climbers to safely reach a high destination, using a minimum of equipment.

After our 250-metre Via Ferrata climb, we hike 3 km along the Trolltunga Trail to reach Trolltunga – Norway’s most spectacular rock formation!
Get your camera ready and enjoy the great view! Our return hike is along the Trolltunga Trail.
Approximately 8–12 hours. 24–28 km return hike. 800m ascent.

Please note
This is a challenging and advanced excursion that includes steep hiking and climbing. However, no prior climbing experience is necessary. You should be able to join our excursion if you are in good physical shape and are at least 15 years of age. Please inform us of any medical conditions such as asthma, prior heart trouble or epilepsy. People with knee trouble or a strong fear of heights should not join our Trolltunga Via Ferrata excursion.

The return trip from Trolltunga is done along the normal Trolltunga trail.

The weather at Trolltunga can change quickly, so it is vital that you are fully prepared and bring everything on the equipment list.

Requirements
• Good physical condition
• Please inform us of any medical conditions such as asthma, prior heart trouble or epilepsy.
• People with knee trouble should avoid this excursion.
• If you have a strong fear of heights, you should not join our Trolltunga Via Ferrata excursion.
• Minimum age: 15 years
• Maximum weight: 120 kg
• Minimum weight: 40 kg

Practical information
• An experienced guide will accompany you on the entire excursion
• Climbing gear and helmet will be provided
• Minimum: 2 people

Evening information meeting
At 21:00 the evening before your Via Ferrata excursion, an information meeting will be held at the Trolltunga Hotel in Odda. (See map.) Your guide will provide detailed information about the upcoming adventure, review the list of equipment needed, go over the weather forecast and preparedness, and answer any questions you might have.

Where to meet in the morning
On the day of the excursion, we meet up at 7:30 at the Trolltunga Active Base in Skjeggedal, which is 15-km drive from the town centre of Odda. (See map.)

Booking
You can book this excursion online at Trolltunga Active’s website. The Via Ferrata adventure can be combined with Trolltunga Sunset/Sunrise. Please visit the website for further information.

Price: from NOK 1800.

What is included
• Professional guide who carries navigation, safety equipment and first-aid kit
• Climbing harness and helmet
• Taste of Hardanger-Surprise snack. (This snack does not replace your meals. Please bring enough for the whole day.)

Parking and transport
For detailed information about shuttle buses schedules and taxis from Odda, and parking at P2 Skjeggedal, please click here.