Gvepseborg to Kalhovd Turisthytte

Gausta

This trail starts with a spectacular ride with Krossobanen, the cable car that transports you from the valley of Rjukan and up to the foot of Hardangervidda in 5 minutes

Hiking Difficult

Distance: 38 km
Ascent: 1.1 km
Descent: 885 m
Duration: 1 day +

Low Point: 887 m
High Point: 1.2 km
Gradient: 8˚

This trail starts with a spectacular ride with Krossobanen, the cable car that transports you from the valley of Rjukan and up to the foot of Hardangervidda in 5 minutes. This fairly tough hike then takes you from Gvepseborg, Krossobanen’s top station, to Kalhovd Turisthytte in a varied terrain. The first 2 km is a steep climb. After about 14 km you will reach the highest point of the hike tour, 1178 meters above sea level.

Description

The hike tour is 35 km long and takes about 7,5 hours to walk. Make sure to bring enough water and food – you won’t be able to buy anything until you reach Kalhovd Turisthytte. For the more athletic person, this counts as a normal hike. But for a family this can be a more demanding tour.

We suggest you make this a two-day-adventure. Spend the night at the idyllic Kalhovd Turisthytte and walk back the day after.

Difficulty

Difficult

Hiking trails where obstacles such as rocks or roots are prevalent. Some obstacles can require care to step over or around. At times, the trail can be worn and eroded. The grade of the trail is generally quite steep, and can often lead to strenuous hiking.

Medium Exposure

The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.

Remoteness

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