4-day hike from Sognefjellet via Fannaråken down Utladalen
You can experience many scenic gems in a short space of time on this tour, varying from glacier crossing to the fertile green valleys and maginficent waterfalls.
Publisert: 05. mars 2024
Inspirasjon
Quick Facts
Area: Jotunheimen nationalpark, Utladalen Protected Area
This hut-to-hut hike includes a guided glacier crossing and unique lodging on Mt. Fannaråken, the fertile Utladalen valley and Skogadalsbøen lodge set in green landscape among high mountains, the open summer pasture area of Vettismorki with beautiful views of Stølsmaradalen valley, and Vettisfossen waterfall in all its glory.
Tour description Sognefjellet-Fannaråken-Utladalen
Day 1: Sognefjellshytta to Fannaråkhytta (10 km)
A guide accompanies you across the glacier and up to Fannaråkhytta lodge (2,069 metres above sea level). Estimated time approx. 5 hours. There are daily guided trips from Sognefjellshytta lodge during the summer season, and guided trips can be booked at Sognefjellshytta the evening before at the latest. You can enjoy unparalleled panoramic views from the top, of Galdhøpiggen and Glittertind in the distance, and the majestic Hurrungane mountains due south. You can also see the Breheimen mountains and Jostedalsbreen glacier to the north and west.
Day 2: Fannaråkhytta to Skogadalsbøen (10,9 km)
The hike down from Fannaråkhytta to Skogadalsbøen lodge may be one of the most beautiful hikes in the whole of Norway. We guarantee a fantastic hiking experience, with spectacular views, lush scenery and the beautiful Utladalen valley. Estimated time approx. 4 hours.
Day 3: Skogadalsbøen to Avdalen gård (12,6 km)
Across Friken and out towards the Fleskedalen valley to Vettismorki, and then a steep descent to Vetti Gard lodge. Then continue on a gravel road towards Hjelle and a steep ascent up to Avdalen Gård lodge. Estimated time approx. 7-8 hours. You can also spend the night at Vetti Gård (simple service, 1.5 hours shorter).
Day 4: Avdalen gård to Hjelle (2 km)
To Hjelle, approx. 1 hour walk. You can take a bus down to Øvre Årdal and transport onwards from there.
Ut.no is in Norwegian only, but is still useful for English language users. See the route in map, elevation profile, and find more tour facts in the tour description.
