FJORDS OF NORWAY - ON THE EDGE OF THE WORLD

I fell in love to this feeling when you sit alone in silence and see that wonderful world. That is so unusual and breathtaking. In this picture, it is me sitting on the edge of that cliff. You can see the 700 meters drop below you, but it seems like infinity.

Trolltunga - On the edge of the world

Trolltunga - it means ‘The Troll’s Tongue‘, this massive horizontal cliff is situated about 1100 meters above sea level. Beneath this rock is nothing. It is hovering 700 meters above lake Ringedalsvatnet. Trolltunga is one of the most spectacular scenic cliffs in Norway.

As far as hikes go, this is one of the most epics I’ve ever done. Important point is that I was there in 2013 and 2014, today I would avoid this overcrowded destination and explore many other parts of Norwegian nature. Before 2009 Trolltunga was virtually unknown. In 2017 more than 100.000 visitors made this popular trek.

It is difficult, it is long, but it is spectacular.

Standing on the edge of the Troll’s Tongue, I can feel the breeze around me in every direction. Not surprisingly, it’s scary to be out on this small piece of a cliff with a 700 meters drop beneath me.

Your head is full of thoughts. I realized how small the person is in comparison with nature and the high mountains. Sometimes just a little inattention and an accident might happen. However, all adventure activities are based on your own risk but it is doing unique. It was by far the greatest view.

The hike goes through high mountains and is about 20km long, takes 9-10 hours in total (to Trolltunga and return) and the ascent is about 900 meters. Consider carefully whether you have quality equipment and you are in good enough shape before the hike. Plan carefully and start early morning. The hike starts at the beginning of the funicular (not in operation) in Skjeggedal. Starts on the right side of the funicular. The path is marked with painted red T’s in the terrain.

As photos from this place have spread over social media Trolltunga has become increasingly popular over the last couple of years. It is normal there is a long line of hikers weaving around the rocky terrain each morning, everyone wants to capture their version of the photo. Many tourists also have started underestimating the difficulty of the hike. The hike is actually one of the more demanding one-day hikes and I met a lot of people during the trek who were not prepared for this difficulty.

Be careful, travel mindfully, respect nature and follow the tips you have found on the internet and the hike will give you memories for a lifetime.

LOFOTEN ISLANDS - THE MOST SCENIC PLACE ON EARTH

Getting out and seeing what the world has to offer is at the top of my list. From beautiful fjords to massive waterfalls from the glaciers high above you. Norway is full of gorgeous, untouched nature waiting to be explored. I have been there three times and in my opinion, this place is one of the most incredible places I have ever seen.

FOGGY HIGHLANDS

A magical time, when the last leaf falls down the tree, mornings are quiet, the land is wet and cold, thick fog blankets meadowland... It is the time of autumn mist. All these foggy pictures come from my native region in the Czech Republic. Around the Křemešník hill, there are a lot of mixed forests and beautiful meadows with grazing horses.

Usually, when you look out the window and see a foggy, hazy day, you tell yourself it is not worth taking out the camera. It will definitely be worth the effort. It is always a stunning experience seeing the nature waking and wandering in the woods with the morning fog.

SENJA - WHERE THE SUN NEVER SETS

The country where the sun „never sets“ will always be in my mind and I will never forget these breathtaking memories. I will always come back with enthusiasm and expectation of new experiences.

It's a fabulously quiet island in the north of Norway. Its dramatic scenery offers views you have never dreamed of. The infinitely rugged coastline and dozens of peaks you can climb. Before you get used to life here, you feel like you're on another planet for a while.

The wild and untouched Senja lets you spend a trip in harmony with nature. You will realize that perhaps our planet is not so bad. There are no crowds of tourists and you will meet only a few other hikers during your journey. You will probably enjoy the views from the tops totally alone. You will be enchanted by the fjords that surround the island. It is interesting that it lies very close to the mainland and you can get there easily, just cross the bridge near the town of Finnsnes.

Continue on the main road number 86. Then just choose and turn to the side road that takes you to the coast. You should not miss Ånderdalen National Park, which offers beautiful long treks. Senja is the second largest island in Norway and if you visit it, be sure you will reach the north. Drive the entire coast by car and pick the peaks you want to climb.

The most famous and truly the most interesting hike on the island is to the summit of Segla. Its steep sharp peak rises from the sea to the height of 639 meters. If you have dizziness, do not even look over the edge. The hike to the top and down takes from 3 to 4 hours in total (5 km round trip).

Because this mountain is not known as much as other Norwegian cliffs (Preikestolen, Trolltunga), you will not meet too many tourists here.

Fjordgård

The trail begins in the small but beautiful village of Fjordgård, which is full of multicolored houses. Specifically, there are two hiking trails. The first begins from the edge of the village directly to the summit of Segla, the second leads from the middle part of the village.

The most beautiful and famous view to the Segla mountains is from the side mountain Hesten, which is even easier to climb than the Segla itself. The summit itself ends with an almost infinity cliff and the views to all sides are breathtaking.

Do not be afraid of discovering less known views and paths. There are many of them. Exploring is a very important part in the process of growing, not only as an artist but as a person as well. It’s where you discover yourself, who you are and what you want to be.

Enjoy the endless beauty of northern Norway, a country where the sun never sets.