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Storebjørn

One of Jotunheimen's most famous ski mountains

Ski Touring Moderate

Distance
14 km
Ascent
1.2 km
Descent
1.2 km
Duration
6-7 hrs
Low Point
1.3 km
High Point
2.2 km
Gradient
35˚
Storebjørn Map

From the back this peak looks like a sleeping bear and from the summit you have an amazing view!

Description

This description of Leirsvassbu is just a starting point. It is also common to start at Geitsætre further north in Leirdalen.

Start heading north-west in Leirdalen from Leirvassbu. This is a kind of traverse with some flats and is slightly downwards in the beginning. Cross the Storflye plateau and traverse to the west on the north side of a little spot height called "Steet" at 1448 meters above sea level. If you have good weather you should now see Storebjørn to the west.

Cross the river and gain height gradually on the south face of Geite while keeping a steady course to the west. Pass on the north side of a little spot height at 1644 meters above sea level. At approximately 1700 meters above sea level you will get onto the glacier. Continue to the west while slowly turning to the south and follow the easiest line.

Entering the last hill, go straight to the south. You should be aware of the conditions on the glacier. Depending on the amount of snow, there might be some crevasses in the steepest sections.

On the summit you will enjoy a great view where you can see big parts of Jotunheimen and the characteristic Hurrungane in the west.

Descend the same route as the ascent.

From Storebjørn you have easily access to some of the other summits in the Smørtabbtind massif. They are easiest available by entering Bjørneskaret.

Difficulty

Moderate

Slopes become slightly steeper at around 25-30 degrees.

Low Exposure (E1)

1 out of 4

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

3 out of 4

Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.

Best time to visit

between December and June

Features

  • Bowl
  • Face
  • Alpine
  • Single Descent

Equipment required

  • Skins
  • Glacier kit

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