Norway is one of the most beautiful places in Europe with incredible landscapes that can be appreciated through hiking. With famous Fjords and mountains to Majestic waterfalls, Norway features some premium hiking trails.
There are thousands of scenic hikes to choose from, but here we have gathered ten iconic routes that will make you fall in love with the beauty of Norway.
Pulpit Rock
Pulpit Rock also is known as Preikestolen, is an 8-km long easy hike and is best suited for families traveling with kids. It is near Jørpeland, Rogaland, Norway, and takes 4-5 hours to complete. Standing at the top of Pulpit Rock, you will feel like you are standing on the top of the world.
Reinebringen
Reinebringen Trial is 1-km long and is located at Lofoten Islands. The hike is not strenuous and takes only 2-3 hours for both climb and descent. This hike starts from the Reine and takes you to enjoy the breathtaking views of Reinefjorden, and Kjerkfjorden, and Lofoten Wall.
Trolltunga
It is located near Tyssedal, Hordaland, and is a 24.5-km long round-trip trail. It starts from the parking of Skjeggedal and takes you to the deep mountain caverns. It takes about 10-14 hours to complete the whole hike and to sit on the tip of the tongue of Trolltunga.
Besseggen Ridge
One of the most popular day hikes in Norway, Besseggen Ridge is located in Jotunheimen National Park. It is a 14.5-km long point to point strenuous hike between Memurubu and Gjendesheim. It takes 6-7 hours to complete this trail. On the way, you will enjoy the beauty of stunning emerald lakes and alpine trees.
Kjeragbolten
It is a 12-km long strenuous hike in Southern Norway. It takes 6 to 8 hours to complete this hike. This hike will take you to the giant boulder wedge standing between two cliffs giving you a chance to do something crazy by stepping on this boulder.
Ryten and Kvalvika Beach Hike
Ryten and Kvalvika beach hike are in the iconic Lofoten Islands. It is an 8.7-km long round trip and is easy to moderate one. It takes almost 3-5 hours to complete. It takes you to the beautiful mountain peak to enjoy the breathtaking views of white sandy beaches.
Aurlandsdalen Hike
Aurlandsdalen is a beautiful area for a hike and is a 20 km long trail that spans from Osterbo to Vassbygdi. It is a moderate one and takes six hours to complete. This hike will take you to the magical waterfalls, glaciers, and the clear blue sky.
Segla
Segla is a 5-km strenuous hike in northern Norway on the Island of Senja. It takes about 4-5 hours to complete this scenic hike. It will take you to the breathtaking panoramic views of Mefjord and nearby mountains.
Keipane
Keipane is a 1.4-km hike and takes 9-10 hours for a round trip around Homlong. It is a challenging hike but is worth the effort. The trail will take you to the breathtaking panoramic views of mountains and Fjord below.
Dovrefjell
Dovrefjell is in central Norway. This hiking trail has so much to offer if you are interested in wildlife. It will take you to the open landscapes with expansive hills and mountains with a beautiful view of valleys. Here you can have a once in a lifetime chance to see musk oxen.
