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Prestholt rund

Prestholt rund

Daniel Wendler planned a hike

March 12, 2026

Prestholt rund

Hard

03:17

6.86km

2.1km/h

450m

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Overview

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.

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 599 m for 4.79 km

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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219 m

Shelter at Prestholtseter

Highlight • Rest Area

After a cold and wet hike, this is a great, affordable place to stop for a bite to eat. Friendly landlady! A mountain hut serving delicious cinnamon rolls.

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Tip by

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

4.88 km

1.26 km

343 m

288 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.88 km

1.26 km

359 m

343 m

Route Details

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Highest point (1,680 m)

Lowest point (1,240 m)

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Prestholt rund

Shelter at Prestholtseter

Sherpa Steps to Skarvsenden

Prestholtskaret Summit

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