Via Ferrata - The Original Route

Climb on the top of the mountain using permanently installed rope, ladders and wires.

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Via Ferrata

Holdeskaret / Skarsnuten

Hemsedal Fjellsport AS

At the parking lot along Holdeskarsvegen (next to the Tinden skilift) just before you turn right towards Skarsnuten Hotel. It is a sign saying meetingpoint Via Ferrata.

The day before, 21:00

Description

Via Ferrata means iron road in Italian and is simply climbing routes that go on installations in steep and vertical terrain. Experienced guides take you safely up steep mountain slopes and along narrow mountain ledges. The climbing route takes you all the way to the top of the mountain called Little Røggjin. The route has a difficulty level of B, but some points with grade C. It is suitable for anyone who wants a steep and airy trip to the top of the mountain. No prior knowledge of climbing is required to join.


Age / weight restrictions

Suitable for everyone between 40 kg and 120 kg, and over 145 cm. Recommended age limit 12 years, but one must weigh a minimum of 40 kg due to the approval of the equipment we use.

 

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Price: NOK 890,- and includes guide and necessary climbing equipment.

Registration no later than: the day before

Start time: See confirmation

Meeting place: Parking along Holdeskarsvegen by Tindenheisen chair lift (not running).

Duration: approx. 3 - 4 hours

Bring: good shoes / mountain shoes, clothes according to weather conditions / windproof / insulating, some snacks along the way (food / drinks are not included) Thin gloves with a good grip can be nice to have, we also sell this at the meeting for NOK 30.



If it is not possible to book the day you want, it may be because the activity is fully booked. In that case, get in touch at info@hemsedalaktiv.no or 483 86 018 and we can see if it is possible to set up an extra trip.


This is a great experience, where you do not need any climbing experience. Just a bit of adventure spirit!

Via Ferrata, meaning "iron road" in Italian, is a permanently installed ladder in the mountain with ropes and wires. On this guided tour you will get safety instructions and be guided safely all the way to the top of the mountain "Røggjin", 1335 masl where you will be rewarded with a spectacular view! 


PRACTICAL INFORMATION

  • Price: 810NOK 
  • Included: guide and necessary safety equipment
  • Booking: one day in advance 
  • Meeting time: see your confirmation
  • Duration: about 3 - 4 hours 
  • What to bring: gode shoes (preferably solid hiking shoes), clothes according to the weather forecast - but a wind jacket and hiking pants are nice to have anyway. Snack / drinks. (it is no problem to hike with a backpack). 

Meeting place / Parking (NB: New summer 2022)

Parking and meeting along Holdeskarveien before entering Skarsnuten. Where Holdeskarveien goes along the downhill slope.

Link to Google maps


Is it not possible to book the day you want? Then the activity is most likely fully booked. Contact us at info@hemsedalaktiv.no or +47 483 86 018 and we can check if we have capacity for more or can have an extra guided tour.