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The World’s 100 Best Hikes

Trolltunga

Hardanger, Norway

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST HIKES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 12 2026

No. 1 in Norway

Trolltunga

A long day hike in Hardanger to a rock ledge jutting out high above Lake Ringedalsvatnet. A steep rocky climb near the start gives way to rolling plateau, and queues for the photo on the rock often reach 30 minutes.

Highlights

  • Trolltunga rock ledge
  • Views of Ringedalsvatnet
  • Steep boulder climb from P3

Good to know

  • About 20 km return from P3
  • Shuttle P2 to P3; last bus 7 PM
  • Book P3 parking well in advance

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