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Mountain Climbing in Norway

Explore the rugged and remote arctic mountains of Norway.

Norway is tucked away in northern Europe and home to a large chunk of the Scandinavian mountains and stunning scenery the Lyngen Alps. With half of the country lying beyond the arctic circle, it’s a great remote location for mountain climbing.
 
 
 
 
 

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There are many reasons for choosing Mountain Climbing in Norway

Hunting down and seeing the aurora borealis is the experience of a lifetime. Northern Norway, particularly Tromsø, is one of the best places on earth to see this beautiful phenomenon.

 

Good to know:

Country Code

+47

Currency

Norwegian krone

Best time to visit

May through September

Language

Norwegian but English is largely spoken

How to get there

Fly to Oslo then move around the country with domestic flights, trains, buses or car

Weather

The weather in Norway depends on where you are. Oslo has milder weather with warm summers and cold winters. Further North in areas like Tromso you can expect summer averages of around 12°C and winter averages of around -4°C

More info about Mountain Climbing in Norway:

A must-do climb in Norway is the Stetind ascent. The Stetind mountain, which is located in Nordland sits at 1391 meters. It’s actually the national mountain of Norway. The climb is exposed so it’s not for the faint-hearted. You’ll also need ropes and a certified guide to help you climb. Close to Tromsø, you’ll find a number of fjords. One of them is a particularly good location for climbing. The Ersfjord fiord is surrounded by tall mountains which you can traverse. Mount Otertind is another classic Norwegian climbing spot. This is a steep but straightforward climb that even beginners can handle

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