{"id":14194,"date":"2023-04-03T17:10:54","date_gmt":"2023-04-03T17:10:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/?p=14194"},"modified":"2024-08-19T11:01:22","modified_gmt":"2024-08-19T10:01:22","slug":"austerdalsbreen-glacier-viewpoint-hike","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/austerdalsbreen-glacier-viewpoint-hike\/","title":{"rendered":"Guide To Hiking To Austerdalsbreen Glacier Viewpoint In Norway"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/austerdalsbreen-glacier-viewpoint-hike\/#10_Things_to_Know_About_Hiking_to_Austerdalsbreen_Glacier_Viewpoint\" >10 Things to Know About Hiking to Austerdalsbreen Glacier Viewpoint<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/austerdalsbreen-glacier-viewpoint-hike\/#Austerdalsbreen_Day_hike_the_stats\" >Austerdalsbreen Day hike: the stats<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/austerdalsbreen-glacier-viewpoint-hike\/#Where_is_the_Austerdalsbreen_day_hike\" >Where is the Austerdalsbreen day hike?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/austerdalsbreen-glacier-viewpoint-hike\/#The_map_of_the_Austerdalsbreen_hike\" >The map of the Austerdalsbreen hike<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/austerdalsbreen-glacier-viewpoint-hike\/#How_challenging_is_the_hike_to_Austerdalsbreen\" >How challenging is the hike to Austerdalsbreen?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/austerdalsbreen-glacier-viewpoint-hike\/#The_best_time_of_year_to_hike_to_Austerdalsbreen\" >The best time of year to hike to Austerdalsbreen<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/austerdalsbreen-glacier-viewpoint-hike\/#How_to_get_to_the_trailhead_of_the_Austerdalsbreen_day_hike\" >How to get to the trailhead of the Austerdalsbreen day hike?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/austerdalsbreen-glacier-viewpoint-hike\/#The_highlights_of_the_Austerdalsbreen_hike\" >The highlights of the Austerdalsbreen hike<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/austerdalsbreen-glacier-viewpoint-hike\/#Facilities_along_the_Austerdalsbreen_trail\" >Facilities along the Austerdalsbreen trail<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/austerdalsbreen-glacier-viewpoint-hike\/#Austerdalsbreen_trail_description\" >Austerdalsbreen trail description<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/austerdalsbreen-glacier-viewpoint-hike\/#What_to_bring_and_wear_on_the_Austerdalsbreen_day_hike\" >What to bring and wear on the Austerdalsbreen day hike<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/austerdalsbreen-glacier-viewpoint-hike\/#Where_to_stay_nearby\" >Where to stay nearby&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/austerdalsbreen-glacier-viewpoint-hike\/#Other_hikes_and_activities_to_experience_nearby\" >Other hikes and activities to experience nearby<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/austerdalsbreen-glacier-viewpoint-hike\/#Support_my_website\" >Support my website!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p style=\"font-size:26px\">At the meeting point of two valleys, Langendal and Austerdal, on the outskirts of Jostedalsbreen National Park lies the trailhead to one of <a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/best-day-hikes-in-norway\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"14200\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">my favourite hiking trails in Norway<\/a> &#8211; the hike to the Austerdalsbreen Glacier Viewpoint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Things_to_Know_About_Hiking_to_Austerdalsbreen_Glacier_Viewpoint\"><\/span>10 Things to Know About Hiking to Austerdalsbreen Glacier Viewpoint<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This hike was one of the best finds on my road trip across Norway. It was easy and offered the most amazing mountain and glacier views I have experienced in this country. This trail should be your first choice if you want a great half-day hike that won&#8217;t leave you breathless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#24ad9936\"><strong>TIP:<\/strong> Are you interested in incorporating this hike into your holiday in Norway? It features on my <a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/oslo-to-oslo-road-trip-across-the-fjords\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"18878\">Oslo to Oslo 14-day itinerary<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/norway-road-trip-itinerary-for-adventure-lovers\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"18870\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00c5lesund to \u00c5lesund 7-10 day road trip.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Austerdalsbreen_Day_hike_the_stats\"><\/span><strong>Austerdalsbreen<\/strong> Day<strong> hike: the stats<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-8-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15214\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-8-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-8-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-8-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-8.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance roundtrip<\/strong>: 11 km \/ 6.8 mi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Time required<\/strong>: &nbsp;3.5 &#8211; 4 hours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Total Ascent<\/strong>: 300 m \/ 990 ft<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Type of hike<\/strong>: Out and back<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>When to go<\/strong>: May &#8211; October<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Parking<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/ZksM3b7KpmgBtQBx5\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/ZksM3b7KpmgBtQBx5\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">61.54469, 6.97781<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_is_the_Austerdalsbreen_day_hike\"><\/span><strong>Where is the Austerdalsbreen<\/strong> day <strong>hike?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-26-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15216\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-26-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-26-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-26-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-26.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Austerdalsbreen is one of the dozens of glacier tongues from Norway&#8217;s largest glacier field &#8211; Jostedalsbreen. It is located at the northern tip of Austerdal Valley, which you must cross to get to the viewpoint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Austerdal Valley is located in the Southern part of the Josterdalsbreen National Park, around a 1-hour drive from Gaupne, a 1-hour drive from Sognalsfj\u00f8ra, and 40 minutes away from Hafslo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_map_of_the_Austerdalsbreen_hike\"><\/span><strong>The map<\/strong> of the Austerdalsbreen hike<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/embed?mid=1u_xjU58s9J5MCy06PGydX8mNDaJr938&amp;ehbc=2E312F\" width=\"960\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p>Above, you can see my path from the car park across the Austerdal Valley to the glacier viewpoint. I measured the distance, elevation gain, and route with my Garmin Fenix watch, which I wore on this hike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_challenging_is_the_hike_to_Austerdalsbreen\"><\/span><strong>How challenging is the hike to Austerdalsbreen?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-29-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15217\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-29-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-29-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-29-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-29.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I don&#8217;t think there is a hike in Norway that offers so many views and requires so little effort to complete. The hike across the valley and back only amounts to 300 meters of elevation gain over 11 kilometres. There are no sharp ascents, only a few gentle hills to climb.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Navigation is pretty easy, as there is only one path in and out of the valley that is very well-boot-beaten and easy to follow. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_best_time_of_year_to_hike_to_Austerdalsbreen\"><\/span>The best time of year to hike to Austerdalsbreen<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-14-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15218\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-14-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-14-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-14-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-14.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I hiked to the Austerdalsbreen Glacier viewpoint around the middle of July, and the conditions were excellent. However, as with many other day hikes in Norway, you can expect a lot of mud on the trail early in the season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because it&#8217;s a walk through the valley, it can be done in May and remain open through October. Austerdal is also a popular ski touring and snowshoeing trail during winter months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_the_trailhead_of_the_Austerdalsbreen_day_hike\"><\/span><strong>How to get to the trailhead<\/strong> of the Austerdalsbreen day hike?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-31-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15219\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-31-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-31-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-31-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-31.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Austerdal Valley is located in a remote setting. Five kilometres from the trailhead, there is a tiny settlement, Veitastrong, with only around 100 inhabitants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#48bda336\"><strong>TIP: <\/strong>To get the driving directions to the trailhead, type the Tungest\u00f8len parking into your GPS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The only way to the trailhead is to drive along local road no. 337 from Hafslo. It&#8217;s a beautiful drive that mostly follows the shoreline of Veitastrondavatnet Lake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The lake is a beautiful turquoise colour, and it is fed by the Storelvi River, which originates in the Austerdal and the Jostedalsbreen glaciers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s a narrow and windy road, so take it slow. Campervans can drive on it, but you must watch for traffic from the opposite direction. There are plenty of passing bays to pull over and let the oncoming traffic pass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The last 5 kilometres follow a private gravel road. Before entry, there is a cattle gate and a toll booth. At the time of writing, the toll was 70 NOK. It was possible to pay by card, but I would still recommend bringing cash, just in case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_highlights_of_the_Austerdalsbreen_hike\"><\/span><strong>The highlights of the Austerdalsbreen hike<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" data-id=\"15220\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-2-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15220\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-2-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-2-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" data-id=\"15221\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-30-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15221\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-30-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-30-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-30-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-30.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" data-id=\"15222\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-12-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15222\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-12-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-12-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-12-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-12.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When hiking to the Austerdalsbreen Glacier viewpoint, I was in awe from start to finish. First and foremost, I was stunned by how few other people we met on the trail. I am afraid this hidden gem won&#8217;t stay that way for long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We were the only people there when we arrived at the glacier viewpoint. Only 30 minutes later, another couple arrived, and on the way back, we met no more than two dozen other hikers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I couldn&#8217;t help but laugh as all the other tourists were probably waiting hours to take a photo of the Troll&#8217;s tongue\u2014the (in)famous Norwegian hike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another highlight was the coffee break and a cake we had at the Tungest\u00f8len backcountry hut right after we completed the hike. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Facilities_along_the_Austerdalsbreen_trail\"><\/span><strong>Facilities along the Austerdalsbreen trail<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" data-id=\"15229\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Tungestolen-Backcountry-Hut-2-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15229\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Tungestolen-Backcountry-Hut-2-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Tungestolen-Backcountry-Hut-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Tungestolen-Backcountry-Hut-2-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Tungestolen-Backcountry-Hut-2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" data-id=\"15230\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Tungestolen-Backcountry-Hut-3-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15230\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Tungestolen-Backcountry-Hut-3-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Tungestolen-Backcountry-Hut-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Tungestolen-Backcountry-Hut-3-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Tungestolen-Backcountry-Hut-3.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" data-id=\"15231\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Tungestolen-Backcountry-Hut-4-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15231\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Tungestolen-Backcountry-Hut-4-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Tungestolen-Backcountry-Hut-4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Tungestolen-Backcountry-Hut-4-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Tungestolen-Backcountry-Hut-4.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Visiting the Tungest\u00f8len cabin was very high on my Norwegian bucket list. I came across an article about it in a travel magazine a while back and was in awe of its design and location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Architecture studio Sn\u00f8hetta, which designed the cabin, has won numerous awards, and I can safely say that this is the most beautiful backcountry hut I have ever visited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The cabin belongs to the Norwegian Alpine Club (DNT), and overnight stays are possible. The hut is also open to day hikers who would like to dine there, so we made sure to pop in for a coffee and cake after our hike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We ate it in the lounge area, next to massive windows with stunning views of Langendal. We even witnessed an avalanche coming down from the Jostedalsbreen glacier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The hut is on a small hill 200 meters from the parking lot and the trailhead for the Austerdalsbreen hike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Apart from toilets at the hut, there are also (stinky) toilets circa 500 meters before you reach the car park. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Austerdalsbreen_trail_description\"><\/span>Austerdalsbreen <strong>trail description<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"681\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"15223\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-27-681x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15223\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-27-681x1024.jpg 681w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-27-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-27-768x1155.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-27.jpg 798w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 681px) 100vw, 681px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"681\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"15224\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-23-681x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15224\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-23-681x1024.jpg 681w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-23-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-23-768x1155.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-23.jpg 798w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 681px) 100vw, 681px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"681\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"15225\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-7-681x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15225\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-7-681x1024.jpg 681w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-7-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-7-768x1155.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-7.jpg 798w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 681px) 100vw, 681px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" data-id=\"15226\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-17-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15226\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-17-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-17-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-17-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-17.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The hike starts on the other side of the bridge from the Tungest\u00f8len parking area. The most challenging part (which isn&#8217;t bad) is at the start when you follow a rocky, muddy, undulating trail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A flock of sheep decided to follow us for a good 500 meters, and they weren&#8217;t making anything of the fact that my Australian shepherd dog Jasper was hiking with us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you reach a little wooden bridge, the trail flattens out. For the next 3.5 kilometres, you follow a flat path across the beautiful Austerdal Valley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The last part of the trail before you reach the viewpoint goes gently uphill. You will arrive at the viewpoint after about 5.5 kilometres or 3.4 miles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_bring_and_wear_on_the_Austerdalsbreen_day_hike\"><\/span><strong>What to bring and wear on the Austerdalsbreen<\/strong> day<strong> hike<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-16-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15227\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-16-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-16-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-16-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Austerdalsbreen-Day-Hike-16.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Since this is a Norwegian hike, I highly recommend coming prepared for all weather conditions. After spending two summer seasons in Norway, I concluded that the word &#8216;summer&#8217; should not be in the Norwegian dictionary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though it was a relatively warm day in July, the cold air from the glacier when we stood at the viewpoint quickly caused us to reach for our down jackets and beanies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/710T6PmcwQL._AC_SL1500_.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:217px;height:auto\" title=\"\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Black Diamond Trekking Poles<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>I never leave on a trail without a pair of my trusted Black Diamond Carbon Z Poles. At 300 grams a pair, they are hard to compete with. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shop on <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/44PMIuG\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/44PMIuG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Amazon<\/strong><\/a> (Worldwide) \/ <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/xkxPq3\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"backcountry.tnu8.net\/xkxPq3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Backcountry<\/a><\/strong> (US)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bfgcdn.com\/1500_1500_90\/119-0301\/hanwag-womens-alverstone-ii-gtx-walking-boots-detail-7.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:237px;height:auto\" title=\"\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hanwag Hiking Boots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>My longest-lasting pair of hiking boots (and I went through quite a few) is the Hanwag Alverstone. They were perfect for muddy Norwegian trails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shop on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3OkpGH7\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3OkpGH7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Amazon<\/a><\/strong> (Worldwide) <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51y975lX+wL._AC_SL1080_.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:178px;height:auto\" title=\"\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">HydraPak Hydration Bladder<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no better way to stay hydrated on the trails than to have constant and direct access to your water without taking your backpack off. Thanks to its slim design, the hose coming out of the side of the bladder, and a magnet clip that makes the hose attachment easy, I find the HydraPak the best water bladder on the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shop on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/42KM3La\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4bCHKpx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Amazon<\/a><\/strong> (Worldwide)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/71lTXFMwn-L._AC_UX679_.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:195px;height:auto\" title=\"\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Merino Wool Socks<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>I always carry two pairs of socks in my day pack and always have them on me during multiday backpacking trails. Merino wool fibres and their unique properties are resistant to odours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shop on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3rBdetK\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3rBdetK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Amazon<\/a><\/strong> (Worldwide) \/ <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/jrmRVM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Backcountry<\/a><\/strong> (US) <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:0px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bfgcdn.com\/600_600_90\/102-2745-0311\/patagonia-womens-granite-crest-jacket-waterproof-jacket.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:279px;height:auto\" title=\"\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hardshell Rain Jacket<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>You would be mad not to bring a rain jacket on a hiking holiday trip to Norway. Patagonia&#8217;s sustainability efforts make it my go-to outdoor clothing brand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shop on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/k0W4k0\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/k0W4k0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Backcountry<\/a><\/strong> (US) <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/91kfKZtkJnL._AC_SL1500_.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:161px;height:auto\" title=\"\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Osprey Hikelite 18 Liter Backpack<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Osprey backpacks have accompanied me since the humble beginnings of this website. I think they offer the perfect fit without sacrificing their usability.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shop on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3DiE0cP\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3DiE0cP\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Amazon<\/a><\/strong> (Worldwide) \/ <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/zN4z00\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/zN4z00\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Backcountry<\/a><\/strong> (US)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_stay_nearby\"><\/span><strong>Where to stay nearby&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Tungestolen-Backcountry-Hut-1-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15228\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Tungestolen-Backcountry-Hut-1-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Tungestolen-Backcountry-Hut-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Tungestolen-Backcountry-Hut-1-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Tungestolen-Backcountry-Hut-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, staying in the Tungest\u00f8len hut would be the best option, and I recommend you try to make a reservation here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, I recommend basing yourself in Gaupne or Sogndal, mainly if you follow one of <a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/category\/norway-road-trip-itineraries\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/category\/norway-road-trip-itineraries\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">my Norway itineraries<\/a>. It will be a great place to explore other nearby hikes, which I will describe in the next paragraph. After the hike, you can drive there to the Austerdalsbreen Glacier viewpoint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you travel around Norway in a campervan like me, consider spending the night at the Sandvik campsite in Gaupne. It&#8217;s in a lovely setting and has excellent facilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are travelling in a regular car, below are a few hotel choices nearby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-contrast-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-contrast-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Value<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/no\/gaupnetunet-hotell.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/no\/gaupnetunet-hotell.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Gaupnetunet Hotel &amp; Huts<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Great and central location in Gaupne with easy access to shops and restaurants<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-contrast-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-contrast-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top Rated<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/no\/marifja-ra-sja-buer.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/no\/marifja-ra-sja-buer.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Marifj\u00f8ra Sj\u00f8buer<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Seaside cottages with beautiful views over Lustrafjord<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For Luxury Fans<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/no\/sogndal-fjordpanorama-the-atmosphere.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/no\/sogndal-fjordpanorama-the-atmosphere.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Sogndal Fjordpanorama &#8216;The Atmosphere&#8221;<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3 Beautiful cabins with amazing views of the Sognefjord. You can also book <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/no\/sogndal-fjordpanorama-the-view.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/no\/sogndal-fjordpanorama-the-view.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">&#8216;The View&#8217; cabin<\/a> or the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/no\/sogndal-fjordpanorama-sogndal.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/no\/sogndal-fjordpanorama-sogndal.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">&#8216;Fjordpanorama&#8217; cabin<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_hikes_and_activities_to_experience_nearby\"><\/span><strong>Other hikes and activities to experience nearby<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Molden-1-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14220\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Molden-1-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Molden-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Molden-1-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Molden-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Nigardsbreen glacier hike<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nigardsbreen is the most famous and popular amongst visitors glacier arm of the Jostedalsbreen glacier field. You can join a guided tour and hike on the glacier or follow the trail to its viewpoint like me. I go into more detail in my <a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/nigardsbreen-hike\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"15443\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">visitor&#8217;s and hiker&#8217;s guide to Nigardsbreen Glacier.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Molden hike<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/molden-hike-guide\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"15337\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Molden<\/a> is a very popular day hike with the best views over Lusterfjord. Fed with water from glaciers of the Jostedalsbreen (including Nigardsbreen), Lusterfjord is a beautiful turquoise colour, particularly on a sunny day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#48bda324\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Support_my_website\"><\/span>Support my website!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hi Reader! If you found any of <a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/norway-travel-guide\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"14256\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">my articles about Norway<\/a> useful, please consider using the affiliate links in the article or below (at no extra cost) when booking your holiday. 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