Trollstigen & Troll Wall Highlights Tour

Overview

Explore the dramatic landscapes surrounding Åndalsnes on this scenic tour through the Rauma and Isterdal Valleys. Travel along the salmon-rich Rauma River and stop for photos at the famous Troll Wall, Europe’s highest vertical rock face. Continue into the beautiful Isterdal Valley and ascend the spectacular Trollstigen road, featuring 11 impressive hairpin bends. At the top, enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks and the cascading Stigfossen waterfall before returning to Åndalsnes. Along the way, your guide shares stories and history about Trollstigen, the region, and its remarkable nature. Please note: In case Trollstigen is closed, an alternative route will be operated to the Troll Wall, Slettafossen, and Isterdal Valley.

Itinerary

1. Andalsnes

   Åndalsnes is the Norwegian Hub of Mountain sports. Tindecenter near the cruise pier is a climbing center and museum, which was build in 2016 for climbing enthusiasts.

   · Non-stop passage

2. Andalsnes Train Chapel

   This chapel is located in an old, discarded railroad carriage, opened in 2003.

   · Non-stop passage

3. The special mountain formation Romsdalshorn is 1550 m high. You will get to know the special history of the first climbers and also what you can find inside the mountain.

   · Non-stop passage

4. The Troll Wall is Europe's highest vertical mountain wall. According to myth, it is actually a fossilized troll. But don't worry, in daylight you won't see the Trolls walking around. Otherwise they will be transformed to stone, what has happened here according the the myth. You will get to know this history on the tour and can admire the Troll Wall on a 15 minutes photo stop.

   · 15 min

5. - please note: Trollstigen-Road has been closed since June 2024. Re-opening unknown. The impressive Trollstigen Road with it's 11 bends will bring you up to the Top of Trollstigen plateau 800 m over sea level. Here you can admire the architecture of the Visitor Center with its water fountain and small bridges. Or If you need even more adrenaline, watch the traffic spectacle from the ramp towering 200m above the Trollstigen.

   · 45 min

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What to know before you go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Total tour duration includes travel time
• bring child/infant seats with you.
• please provide: are you coming with a cruise (name of the vessel) or are you already in town?!
• this tour is based on arrival and departure time of cruise ships. Modified departure times of the excursion will be communicated by email.
• Itinerary of this tour depends on weather and road conditions. In case of a road restriction , an alternative tour will be organized.
• not recommended for travelers with motion sickness

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled if there aren't enough participants.

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Activity offered by West Norway Travel via Viator.