Besseggen Ridge Hike

Besseggen is one of Norway's most renowned mountain walks, with over 30,000 hikers enjoying the stunning view from the ridge each year. The ridge is generally covered in snow and ice throughout the winter, and it is often snow on the ridge until the middle of June. When the boats on Lake Gjende are running, the best time to hike Besseggen is from mid-June to mid-October.

The trek up Besseggen takes six to eight hours, including breaks, and is only suitable for experienced hikers. The ridge is both windy and steep, so if this is your first experience trekking in the Alps, you might want to select an easier route. It is critical to prepare oneself before beginning your mountain trek to have a positive experience. We recommend that you have at least two days available to enhance your chances of good weather.

We recommend that you attend a guided trek if you are unskilled or uncertain about undertaking the excursion. A skilled guide may transform a terrible day into a spectacular one. Every year, hikers activate rescue efforts. To avoid becoming one of them, prepare thoroughly for the trek and attend a guided trip if you are inexperienced. Even though sun and fine weather are forecast, the weather might change fast. Check the weather forecast before you go, and make sure you are prepared for changeable conditions. Hiking should be avoided if the forecast calls for high winds, heavy rain, or fog.

Location: Norway

Level of difficulty: very high
Duration of the trip: 7-9 hours