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Hiking in Norway: Hit the Trail Well Prepared<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Norway has everything a hiker could wish for: endless fjords, rugged mountain peaks, green valleys and pearl-white beaches. With rapidly changing weather conditions and challenging routes, it is important to set off well prepared. In this guide, you will find everything you need to know about hiking in Norway: from the best season and the right gear to our favourite walks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When Is the Best Time to Go Hiking in Norway?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The best period for hiking in Norway is roughly from late May to September. Mountain trails are often snow-free by then, and the weather is more stable and warmer. Bear in mind that it can get very busy from mid-June to the end of August, particularly on popular routes such as Preikestolen. Travelling in the shoulder seasons helps you avoid the crowds. Are you visiting in summer nonetheless? Set off before 9 in the morning or later in the evening. In the far north, the midnight sun gives you the freedom to hike well into the late evening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Which Routes Are Right for You?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Many hikes in Norway are long and challenging. It is therefore important to choose a route that suits your fitness level and experience. Many routes are marked with a colour code indicating the level of difficulty:<\/p>\n\n\n\n