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The gravel track along Nedsta Storurevatnet is one of the most scenic stretches of the route. It hugs the shoreline closely, with shimmering water on one side and steep mountainsides on the other. The surface is generally good, though it can be loose and stony in places.

After rainy days, you have to be prepared for wet feet at the two “fish bridges” near the start and finish car park (personal experience).

The DNT Fjällstation Krækkja is a full-board hostel during the season, where you can sleep and enjoy breakfast and dinner, as well as various other items during the day, such as cakes/waffles and soup. It's also a great place to take a break. Krækkja is the oldest cabin on the Hardangervidda plateau, having opened in 1879. The cabin is beautifully situated by Lake Storkrækkja with a view of Hallingskarvet. Families with children, retirees, cabin hikers, and day trippers all come here.

At Easter, many people enjoy hiking from hut to hut on the Hardangervidda.

Don't hike in mid-June! There's massive amounts of snow, so you can't see the trail most of the way, and you have to check the Komoot app to make sure you're not walking over a frozen lake covered in snow. It was snowing everywhere, so we more than doubled our time! Additionally, there were some very dangerous sections where we were forced to hike over steep, avalanche-prone sections over several meters of snow.

Finsevatnet is a high-altitude lake located right next to the tiny village of Finse, at 1,214 meters above sea level in the heart of southern Norway. The Bergen Line railway skirts its edge, offering passengers stunning views of this glacial-fed lake framed by snow-dusted peaks and sweeping mountain plateaus.

Crossing was not passable on 29-6-2024, which will be the case more often (high water and strong current)

Finse is a remote mountain village in Norway, situated at an elevation of 1,222 meters (4,009 feet) above sea level. Known for its stunning glacial surroundings, it’s a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts. The village is a stop along the scenic Bergen Line railway, offering access to pristine wilderness and remarkable high-altitude landscapes.