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Odda Tourist Offi ceTel: (+47) 48 07 07 77

turistkontor@odda.kommune.nowww.visitodda.com

INFORMATION

SEASONDepending on snow and weather conditions, the season will vary from year to year. 15.06-15.09 Recommended season (average year). 16.09-15.10 Recommended with guide. 16.10-03.03 NOT recommended, highly dangerous. 04.03-14.06 Recommended with guide (snowshoes/skis).

ABOUT HIKING TO TROLLTUNGA• The trail starts in Skjeggedal, 7 km from Tyssedal.• This is a demanding hike. 23 km in total, minimum 10-12 hours.

Ascent about 1200 meters.• The start is a steep 400 meter ascent.• Start early in the morning. After 1 September, start before 8:00 AM.• The weather in the high mountains may change fast. Check the weather

forecast before starting. Do not hike to Trolltunga in heavy rain or in foggy weather.

• It is always colder in the mountains than down by the fjord.• Intermittent mobile phone coverage along the trail (Telenor).• The nature is vulnerable, and camping is not recommended. Bring an

emergency bivvy in case of bad weather or injuries.• The hike to Trolltunga is long and demanding and unforeseen situations may

arise. Because of this, it is recommended to hike with a local guide.

TAKE WITH YOU ON THE HIKE• Sturdy mountain boots, warm clothing and rainwear, emergency bivvy, plenty to

eat and drink, headlamp and a simple fi rst aid kit.• Bring back all garbage.

BY PUBLIC TRANSPORT TO ODDAThere are several good daily connections to/from Odda and Voss, Bergen, Stavanger and Oslo. National route planner on www.tidr.no Preikestolen: Trolltunga – Preikestolen express bus, see p.90 www.tide.no TO SKJEGGEDALBy car:Parking in Skjeggedal (NOK 300/day) and at Tyssohallen (NOK 150/day).The Trolltunga Shuttle:Odda – Skjeggedal NOK 150, Tyssedal – Skjeggedal NOK 100, see p.91By Taxi:Odda Taxi, tel 53 64 14 44

EVERY YEAR THERE ARE SEARCH AND RESCUE OPERATIONS FOR HIKERS IN SERIOUS TROUBLE.PREPARE WELL, AND BE A RESPONSIBLE AND SAFE HIKER! CONSIDER JOINING A GUIDED GROUP.

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Expert

Odda kommuneTourist information:Odda tourist information: +47 48 07 07 77, turistkontor@odda.kommune.no

Trolltunga – a hard 10-12 hours hike. ©Scott Sporleder Matador Network/FjordNorway

On the way back from Trolltunga. © Sverre Hjørnevik/Fjord Norway.

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