Due to the ongoing flora preservation works by DNT, rocky terrain and the amount of loose rock along the trail we wouldnt recommend camping along Besseggen trail. The Strip, with the blue 1374 meter Bessvatn on the left and 984 meters emerald Gjende Lake on the right. The route and climb is longer than to the base. Did a loop around Bessvatnet lake instead. The high mountain offer great views of Gjende. Join us for some of the highlights in Jotunheimen. Gjendesheim ligger rett ved bilveien, og kan ns fra alle himmelretninger ogs med kollektivtilbudog elbil.Ladestasjon har vi ogs. Once you have descended the ridge, the trail takes you over Veslefjell Mountain towards Gjendesheim.
You can hike from Gjendesheim and return by boat from Memurubu. Take your timehere. The spectacular view with Gjende and Bessvatnet separated with just the small mountain ridge is breathtaking even for the most traveled hiker. During the high season, some departures may be full. Many visitors walk from Gjendeosen in the morning and take the boat back from Memurubu in the afternoon. If you make a purchase through one of those links, you wont pay a penny more, but we will get a small commission, which supports us in our travels. Just another proof that its always worth to explore the area, whatever it may be! Hike one direction and take the M/B Bitihorn boat the other way. We will send you an email to confirm your subscription, you will only be added to our mailing list once the subscription is confirmed! Absolutely stunning views throughout. Along the broad path at the top, you'll continue to have great views of Lake Gjende to your right and the mountains of Jotunheimen behindyou. In Norway, by law, ferry and boat operators are required to keep a certain percentage of boat-space/tickets for travellers who just turn up on the day, theyre not allowed to sell all tickets online. There are only 370 height meters from start to the peak, with a fairl Also, the ridge provides the most iconic view of Bessegen hike, the two lakes view with emerald Gjende on the left and blue Bessvatnet on the right (featured photo at the top of page)! The best times to visit this trail are April through September. My favorite hike of Norway.
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In addition, you will scramble up the steepest section of the route, which we believe is easier than descending it.
The route is a little longer but with less height meters to ascend. There are some specialised guides and tours in the winter. However - The views was absolutely stunning. Some 30-40 minutes later we disembarked, passed Memurubu hut without a second glance and headed to Bessegen Ridge! The ridge section was great fun but the lower loop was just a bit OK. Hardly even a pathway most of the time, some good scrambles, but not many good views at that level. Read more, Large parts of the route follow the beautiful lake Otrvann. Between Kyrkjestlen and Maristova, you will cross the actual Filefjell and reach Kongevegens highest point.
Se inspirerendevideo fra turen over Besseggen og btturen over fjellsjen Gjende. During the high season, there's a shuttle bus continuous, or latest 15 minutes before boat departure.
If you're planing to walk Besseggen and take the boat service, it's advisable to book your boat tickets online. The extra time you can spend at Bygdin Mountain Hotel and enjoin their famous waffles. We work hard to make this blog the best it can be. Read more, Enjoy hiking through the scenic mountain terrain with views of Jotunheimen and Langsua National Parks. Read more, Gjendetunga is the perfect hike for those who want to indulge in a nice, relaxing and shorter trek, but who doesnt want to go without a panoramic view experience. Ridderspranget is easy to get to, with a drivable road which turns off road 51, 5 km south of Randsverk. This is a day trip starting from Spiterstulen at 10:00 and we arrive at the edge of the glacier around 12:30 where we put on the gear needed for glacier travel: rope, harness and crampons. The tour is a great fit for hikers in good physical condition and with some previous hiking experience.
Respect the nature! Due to heavy traffic, there has been severe erosion and destroyed vegetation along the route.
Lake Bessvatnet is deep blue and is one of the clearest lakes in Norway. Also, as you descent, the terrain changes and soon youll leave the rock desert to walk thru grassy meadows. Besseggen can be found along the National Tourist Route Valdresflye, midway between Vg and Beitostlen.
Some parts are both steep and demanding, and the tour can be extra demanding in rain.
The ridge is both steep, demanding and windy, and the track becomes extremely difficult in rainy weather.
View over emerald waters of Gjende, to the glaciers, and to giant mountains in the heart of Jutunheimen National Park just sweetened the experience! Crossing fare was 160 NOK per person, to Memurubu one way (2019). Besseggen hike follows a ridge over the northern shores of lake Gjende, and is a 14 km linear route, therefore you have to consider how to tackle it. The first hour from Memurubu will be a steep incline. The service runs up to 4 times a day in the high season. The majority of people who walk Besseggen take the Gjende boat one way. The route does not offer luggage transportation and is tailored with the experienced hikers in mind. with a cruise on the Gjende lake with Gjendebten.
Read more, Ridderspranget (The Knights leap) is a narrow gorge through Sjodalen in the river Sjoa. All of the above means that the route is incredibly popular and tends to get busy, hence we recommend planning it in advance, for the best experience. Its about 410m height meters to ascend, but short and fits beginners well. But while you are at Vetti Grd this is a The payoff translates to amazing views of blue and turquoise alpine lakes, and you may even run across a herd of reindeer along theway. Read more, The popular hiking route from Torfinnsbu to Gjendebu takes you through Svartdalen, meaning The Black Valley, which is often referred to as the most beautiful valley in Jotunheimen. In order to make sure your trip is a good experience, you should be well prepared, and plan your trip according to the weather. Finn opplevelser og overnatting i Jotunheimen. Starting off from the birch forest by Gjendebu you follow the Vesldalen valley before heading down to Lake Bygdin and Eidsbugard. The trail is well marked and you can get running water on the tail. The hike will take you through a variety of beautiful trout-filled lakes a great place to catch your lunch. However, we were quite surprised that despite coming an hour early, and only 7 am we were not first in the queue!
The route takes you through the very heart of Jotunheimens wild and beautiful wilderness. There are some steep climbs but nothing too hard if you have experience hiking.
I would not recommend to do the full loop though - extremely tiring, especially for first time hikers - we were completely dead by the end.
There are fast-food options at the terminal while you're waiting for your turn to board the ferry. The route start at the doorstep of Bygdin hotel and takes you up to a fantastic panoramic view over Valdres. The ferry doesn't work until mid June, so we had to improvise. To ensure to get a parking space we recommend arriving to Gjendesheim early in the morning!
Check the timetable here. You will also be able to visit the world known attraction Borgund Stave Church. ), we thought that we had most chances to get ticket for the early crossing, most likely we wouldnt succeed later in the day. They often have knowledge of signs of rain and increased wind, even when the weather forecast has predicted calm and nice weather. (function(d, sc, u) { When you are one kilometer from Gjendesheim there will be a fork in the trail.
So check the weather forecast and talk to locals and other hikers before you set off. Besseggen hike, also known as Besseggen ridge hike is the most famous walk in Jotunheimen National Park in Norway. Uranostind, Besseggen and stre Torfinnstind! })(document, 'script', '//aff.bstatic.com/static/affiliate_base/js/flexiproduct.js'); Disclosure: please note that some of the links on this website are affiliate links. Lysten p en luftig fjelltur?
Read more, Utsikten is a short, easy tour with spectacular view over the great nature landscape of Jotunheimen. Facebook, Mer info om Besseggen, mat og overnatting i nromrdet.
P denne siden finner du all ndvendig info om turen over Nord-Europas mest beskte fjellrygg. 2683 Tessanden, Kontaktinformasjon Once on the high ground continue straight ahead and ignore all path forks going towards the mountains. My phone and computer home screen is a picture from the top of the ridge. Make sure you travel with a professionelle guide service! Read more, Bitihorn at 1607 meters above sea level is one of the classical and easier hikes suited well for beginners in the area. The green wild nature and the river along the hike creates a superb scenery all the way on to Vettisfossen. Besseggen Ridge hiking map, RED the route from Memurubu to Gjendesheim, BLUE -alternative route by-passing the steep scramble up Bessegen Ridge (additional 4 km walk). Please dont try to jump across the gorge. The trail is steep, long, and demanding! I To secure a place and avoid queuing at Gjendeosen, it's best to book in advance. p.parentNode.insertBefore(s,p); Sjekk ut denne ypperlige veilederen med all ndvendig info for deg som skal g overBesseggen. Most people hike to the base of the waterfall for a view of Vettisfossen. Read more, Vindhellavegen combined with Borgund Stave Church is the most spectacular and famous part of The Kings Road.
Just experiencing Valdresflye is a good enough reason to drive to Besseggen. Read more, Bukkelgret has a steady steep climb/descent on both sides of the route, with a longer flat plateau in the middle. The larger, deep blue Lake Bessvatn marks the half-way point of this hike. Norwegian Hiking Association are constantly repairing most affected sections of the trail, hence it is crucial that hikers stay on the trail and do not destroy fragile vegetation. At the peak you will find yourself at the gates of Jotunheimen's wilderness. First come, first served! s.src = u + '?v=' + (+new Date()); This is a very popular area for backpacking, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. But if you are looking for more of a high end accommodation, Herangtunet boutique hotel, is the place to be.
The boat has up to 7 departures every day in high season! On busy days, this alternative can be a good idea if you did not already get your boat tickets! If youre interested the nearest campsite or cabins (but do not fancy staying at Gjendesheim), there are some just a short drive away, Bessheim Fjellstue og Hytter. At Fagernes, the bus corresponds with The Valdres Express from Oslo and Bergen. Read more, Are you ready to walk to the most famous sections of the King's Road across Filefjell? As a day trip, the most popular way, and in our opinion, the least pressured way of conquering the Besseggen is taking the boat to Memurubu hut first, and then walking back to Gjendesheim.if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'stunningoutdoors_com-medrectangle-4','ezslot_3',127,'0','0'])};if(typeof __ez_fad_position != 'undefined'){__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-stunningoutdoors_com-medrectangle-4-0')}; Otherwise you can climb the ridge directly from Gjendesheim and finish the hike in Memurubu, however this means youll have to time it well to catch the boat you booked, or stay overnight at Memurubu and return by boat the next day. First things first: stay on the trail! Read more, The Torfinnsbu to Eidsbugarden route is also the last stage of the Historical Hiking Route in Jotunheimen. The rest of the hike is very scenic and beautiful on a nice day. The boat was already awaiting and walkers with online reservations were let onboard around 7.30am, while we were being constantly reminded that it was our own risk and we may not be able to cross that day. You can start your hike from any of these points, but if you choose to start at Gjendebu, be prepared to hike about 16 miles one-way. Left-hand side will take you to Glitterheim and Bessheim. There is bus change in Vg, but the buses correspond.
We are looking forward to coming back to Jotunheimen and discovering more hiking trails! So we guarantee that whichever hiking direction you pick, youll be satisfied! Eventually, you'll reach a small alpine lake, Bjornboltjonne, which is a great place torest.
Preferring to play it safe and take as much time as Iwanted to enjoy the scenery, Idecided to take. Even when sun and good weather are forecasted, the weather conditions can change quickly. You can start your Besseggen hike from the doorstep of Gjendesheim DNT or Memurubu. To be completely honest with you, we hiked Besseggen from Memurubu to Gjendesheim and cant complain about the views at all, as they were stunning and we enjoyed a short break every so often to look back and catch breath. There are two ways of hiking the Besseggen Norway, which well explain below, however both options will bring you to the car park at Gjendesheim cabin. The hike was renovated by the Kings Road project and is not a superb hiking route.