The Best Backcountry Skiing Routes in Sogn og Fjordane
Explore Backcountry Skiing RoutesTop 4 backcountry skiing routes in Sogn og Fjordane
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Store Dyrhaugstinden
This is one of the absolute classics in Hurrungane. From the summit you have spectacular views over Skagastølstindane and Store Ringstind.
Start from Turtagrø Hotel, crossing the road and follow the west side of the river from Skagadalen....
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Store Ringstind
This is the "classic of classics" Jotunheimen ski tour and probably the entire country. It is extremely popular, especially during sunny days in the spring.
The normal route starts from the parking at the entrance of Ringsdalen....
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South-west couloir of Store Dyrhaugstind
A beautiful descent in Hurrungane, this route is perfect for linking Store Dyrhaugstind and Store Ringstind together to create a very long day out in the mountains.
Follow the route description to Store Dyrhaugstind and make sure to bring your skis from Nordre Dyrhaugstind....
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Styggedalstindane
This is a long day out in the most scenic and alpine area of Hurrungane. This route has everything, from surpassing crevasses in the icefall, exposed ridges and steep skiing. The whole experience is overwhelming!
Start from the Turtagrø Hotel, crossing the road and follow the west side of the river from Skagastølsdalen....