What is Hardangervidda National Park?
What is Hardangervidda National Park?
It’s name in English is “Hardanger Plateau National Park”, but it is widely known as Hardangervidda. It is a plateau, with its highest point being the Hardangerjøkulen glacier. Because of its high altitude, it is home to a variety of arctic flora and fauna.
What to do in the Husedalen valley?
This scenic hike through the Husedalen valley is said to one of the most beautiful walks in this part of Norway. The route follows a path giving you views of four stunning waterfalls on the way from Kinsarvik to the Hardangervidda mountain plateau. The scenery and waterfall simply take your breath away.
How to prepare for a hike in Norway?
Whether you’re in the forests or the mountains, always follow to the mountain code when you’re hiking in Norwegian nature. 1. Plan your trip and inform others about the route you have selected. 2. Adapt the planned routes according to ability and conditions. 3. Pay attention to the weather and the avalanche warnings. 4.
This stunning mountain landscape is Norway’s largest mainland national park and home to herds of reindeer, as well as beaver, arctic fox, and elk. This winter we are offering you the chance to experience the solitude, tranquility and stunning beauty of the Hardangervidda.
What is the Hardangervidda plateau?
The majority of the ‘vidda’, or plateau, is protected as part of Hardangervidda National Park, which is also Norway’s largest national park at 3422 km 2 (2138 mi² ). The Hardangervidda is above the tree-line, so in winter it is a barren arctic tundra that experiences some extreme weather conditions.
Why cross the Hardangervidda?
Crossing the Hardangervidda is a tremendously rewarding experience and even in a group, in many ways these experiences are very individual. The Hardangervidda can be a place to be alone and experience wild remoteness whilst experimenting with your own mental and physical limits.
