Hiking is a wonderful physical activity – it can be done at different levels of difficulty and take you places only those who are patient and determined enough will go. With our Scotland road trip fast approaching, I felt like this was the perfect time to reflect on one of our best hikes so far which we conquered when we were in Norway.
Trolltunga (also known as Troll Tongue) is one of Norway’s most challenging hikes open to tourists, and it’s bloody magnificent. We walked over 28 km in 12 hours, and the views are both, worth the journey and will stay with us forever.
Sounds cheesy, I know. But hiking Trolltunga was one of our bucket list items, and if you are reading this blog, it’s quite possible that it’s a hike you want to complete in your life too.
While hiking to Trolltunga is a challenge, it can be done even if you are not quite fit enough. That was my biggest concern when I was thinking if we were “ready” for it.
Your desire to do this is key. Being well prepared (see below for tips) and in good company also helps.
I’ll skip the twists and bends of the trail as I would hate to spoil it for you when you see it with your own eyes. BUT – I’m going to share this handy list to prepare you for your hike.