Eleven peaks over 2,000 meters can be reached from Snøheim. Safety and climbing gear are required for some of these, particularly Store Langvasstind and Larstind.
Peak Hike to Snøhetta (Stortoppen)
Distance: 12 km round trip (11.8 km mapped) Duration: 6 hours Elevation Gain: 823 meters Difficulty: Demanding
Description: Snøhetta is Norway's highest peak outside the Jotunheimen range. The massif consists of four main summits: Vesttoppen (2,253 m.a.s.l.), Hettpiggen (2,261 m.a.s.l.), Midttoppen (2,278 m.a.s.l.), and Stortoppen (2,286 m.a.s.l.).
Show Consideration for Wild Reindeer
The natural habitats of Europe’s wild reindeer are facing unprecedented fragmentation. As a hiker, understanding how to minimize your impact is essential when traveling through these vulnerable alpine ecosystems.
Distance: 13 km round trip (13.6 km mapped) Duration: 5 hours Elevation Gain: 765 meters Difficulty: Demanding Area: Dovrefjell, Snøhetta Wild Reindeer Area Description: While the standard route to Snøhetta goes to the main eastern peak (Stortoppen), the hike to Vestoppen (2,249 m.a.s.l.) offers a distinct trail experience and what is widely considered the best view in Dovrefjell.
Peak Hike to Skredahøin
Distance: 21.5 km round trip Duration: 7 hours Elevation Gain: 870 meters Difficulty: Demanding Description: Situated west of Snøheim, Skredahøin (2,004 m.a.s.l.) is a long and strenuous hike that provides panoramic views from the summit.
