Bre og fjell

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Ice Climbing Hemsedal, Gol and Lærdal

Experience spectacular ice climbing in the Hemsedal area with Breogfjell’s IFMGA certified guides. From Hemsedal, it’s just a short drive to some of Norway’s best ice climbing spots, offering world-class routes when conditions are right. One major advantage of Hemsedal is its proximity to various climate zones, allowing you to often find optimal conditions.

Ice CLimbing Hemsedal

Among Hemsedal’s most famous ice climbing locations is the iconic Hydnefossen, but the area also offers plenty of other options suitable for both beginners and experienced climbers. Southeast of Hemsedal, you’ll find Gol and Golsjuvet, known for their excellent ice climbing routes, while northwest in Lærdal and Aurland, there are numerous impressive waterfalls that offer challenging and scenic ice climbing experiences.

Ice climbing Hemsedal

Stable and cold climate, very often great conditions for ice climbing
Challenging classic: Hydnefossen
Moderate classic: Flagetfossen

Ice climbing Lærdal

Stable cold weather and little snow, deep valleys with steep waterfalls and longer routes with varying difficulty levels
Challenging classic: Seltunfossen
Moderate classic: Stigagjeli

Ice climbing Aurland

Lots of variety in short distances, easy to adapt based on conditions, from waterfalls near the fjord to mountain trips
Challenging classic: Smørkoven
Moderate classic: Turlidfossen

Highly qualified guides

Breogfjell imposes strict requirements for certification, experience, and local knowledge. We use internationally certified Mountain Guides (UIAGM/IFMGA).

Tailored Offers

We will make a tailored offer for you and your group.  Contact us for packages included food, accommodation and transport.  For both longer and shorter stays. We have cooperation with a range of accommodation. We will tailor this to your preferences and needs.

Equipment needed

  • Climbing harness
  • Crampon compatible mountaineering boots
  • Crampons
  • 1-2 ice screws
  • 2 ice climbing axes
  • Belay/Rappel device
  • 2-3 locking carabiners
  • 4 regular carabiners
  • 2 Prusik slings (6mm)
  • 1-2 tied/sewn slings of approximately

 

  • Climbing helmet
  • Climbing backpack
  • Waterproof gloves
  • Weatherproof jacket, hard shell, rain jacket
  • Waterproof pants
  • Thermal underwear/ base layers
  • Fleece
  • Sling, station sling, accessory cord
  • Water bottle
  • Hydration system
  • Energy Bars
  • Climbing guide
  • Warm socks
  • Sunglasses

 

Ice Climbing Hemsedal Ice Climbing Lærdal