Hardangervidda
Gausta
Ski-Kite crossing of Hardangervidda
Also in Telemark, Norway
Ski Touring Severe
- Distance
- 100 km
- Ascent
- 2.4 km
- Descent
- 2.5 km
- Duration
- 1 day +
- Low Point
- 903 m
- High Point
- 1.4 km
- Gradient
- 8˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be severe. It's extremely remote, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between December and April. From a low point of 903 m to the maximum altitude of 1.4 km, the route covers 100 km, 2439 vertical metres of ascent and 2523 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 2.3 and Labande grade 2. You'll need skins to complete it safely.
Description
This is a committing trip travelling over the high Arctic plateau of the Hardanger – famous for its links with the Heroes of Telemark and used as a training ground by Amundsen before his expedition to the South Pole.
Difficulty
Severe
Steep skiing at 38-45 degrees. This requires very good technique and the risk of falling has serious consequences.
Low Exposure (E1)
Exposure is limited to that of the slope itself. Getting hurt is still likely if the slope is steep and/or the snow is hard.
Remoteness
In the high mountains or remote conditions, all individuals must be completely autonomous in every situation.
Best time to visit
Features
- Ski Safari
Equipment required
- Skins