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Knutshøe (1517 m) from Valdresflye in Jotunheimen

Knutshøe (1517 moh) fra Valdresflye i Jotunheimen
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Access

From Bergen to Beitostølen it is approx. 5 hours drive. The shortest way is to drive E16 through the Lærdal Tunnel and over Filefjell. Do not drive all the way to Fagernes, but turn left at Ryfoss where there is a sign 'Beitostølen'.
From Beitostølen to Vargebakken parking it is about 30 minutes drive. Follow the mountain road over Valdresflya to Vargebakken parking.

Parking

If the Vargebakken parking lot (free) is full, you can just park along the road like we did. But be careful because the cars here come at full speed.

Description

Follow the path over the river Varga (bridge) and further towards Knutshøe. At the beginning there is an easy climb before you reach the ridge. Then just follow the ridge to the top. It is a steady climb all the way and sometimes you go down before you go up. The last part to the top you have to climb again. Those with a fear of heights will probably feel it here. It is not a particularly demanding climb and not exposed either.

The whole way there are great views on both sides. Gjendevannet and Besseggen on the right and the lush Leirungsdalen on the left. When you reach the top you can go back the same way. However, I would recommend following the ridge further northwest over the mountain and down to the river that flows into Gjendevannet. Then follow the path to the left through Leirungsdalen back.

This trip is suitable for most people who are used to mountains. If you are afraid of heights, I would not recommend it.

Have a good trip!

Information

Knutshøe (1517 m.)
Round trip length: approximately 15 km.
Round trip time 5-6 hours.
Season: Summer, autumn.
Grading: Demanding

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