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Besseggen

The steepest scrambliest part of the hike, made all the trickier by a rather distracting view.
Besseggen

September 9th 2014
Besseggen: Norway’s best hike and “the most famous hike in Scandinavia” according to visitnorway.com, who may be slightly biased. Surprising then that I’d never heard of it. Because as well as getting around the world to wander among some very pretty places, I’m perhaps even better at reading about hikes that I would like to do. Especially while at work if I need a five-minute internet d ... read more
Europe » Norway » Western Norway » Jotunheimen National Park

Norwegian Flag Two centuries of Viking raids into Europe tapered off following the adoption of Christianity by King Olav TRYGGVASON in 994. Conversion of the Norwegian kingdom occurred over the next several decades. In 1397, Norway was absorbed into a union with De... ... read more
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10th September 2014

Water, water
Love the contrast in these two lakes. Expensive refuge, but what a great hike. How wonderful that all sorts of Norwegians are out hiking!

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