Jotunheimen National Park

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Jotunheimen National Park is characterized by high mountains, glaciers and deep lakes. There are more than 200 mountain peaks rising above 2000 m (6560 ft) in Jotunheimen.

The three highest peaks

* Galdhøpiggen (2469 moh)
* Glittertind (ca. 2465 moh)
* Store Skagastølstind (2405 moh)

The most alpine landscape is found in the western part of the national park, in the Luster and Årdal area. If you drive the scenic national tourist route over the Sognefjell Mountains between Luster and Lom, you will see Store Skagastølstind and many other impressive peaks at close range.

Jotunheimen is one of Norway’s most popular hiking areas, and the amazing Hurrungane range, which includes the Store Skagastølstind peak, is a paradise for mountaineers.

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Dirk l
Brussels, Belgium
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Amazing. must Do!
Monday, 5th August 2019
The trailer is not radiostation one but a must do! Be aware that the long term parking at 2km when leaving from Gjendesheim is 150 NOK in the tiuristic season Read full review
OnMeHolsGr8
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Couples
Great place to hike
Saturday, 31st August 2019
We had a great time hiking through the land of the giants, although we did not see any, we saw many large rocks. Amazing scenery and DNT huts on routes for accommodation and food. All perfect! Even... Read full review
rubenmyrvang
Must do in Norway
Wednesday, 2nd October 2019
Jotunheimen has a lot of great places to visit. In this area you have plenty of hikes to do and nice views to experience. I would recommend doing the walk over Besseggen from Memrubu (7-10 hours). Or... Read full review

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