Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 7, 2025

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Hallingskarvet nasjonalpark

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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219 m

Prestholtseter

Highlight • Mountain Hut

After cold and wet hikes, this is a good, inexpensive place to stop for a bite to eat. A friendly host! A mountain hut with delicious cinnamon rolls.

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1.56 km

These impressive stone steps, built by Nepalese sherpas, make the steep ascent towards Skarvsenden (1,705 m) more accessible. Winding through the rugged landscape of Hallingskarvet National Park, the stairs offer breathtaking views over the valley and Hardangervidda.

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2.35 km

Prestholtskaret Summit

Highlight • Summit

At 1,856 meters, Prestholtskaret offers a breathtaking view over Hallingskarvet National Park, with Hardangervidda and Hardangerjøkulen visible in the distance. The ascent follows the famous Sherpa Stairs, leading through dramatic landscapes to this high-mountain plateau.

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6.86 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.78 km

1.26 km

405 m

342 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.78 km

1.26 km

470 m

342 m

Elevation

Highest point (1,680 m)

Lowest point (1,240 m)

Weather

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