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Besseggen Rapids – Sikkilsdalskardet loop from Gjendesheimkrysset

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Besseggen Rapids – Sikkilsdalskardet loop from Gjendesheimkrysset

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Besseggen Rapids – Sikkilsdalskardet loop from Gjendesheimkrysset

01:18

9.83km

180m

Running

Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 23, 2026

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Bus stop

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145 m

Besseggen Rapids

Highlight • River

From the wooden bridge that crosses the stream, you can admire both the crystal-clear color of the torrent's waters and its power. A stop like an entrance into the wild world.

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3.23 km

The high pass between Sikkilsdalen and Gjende – the gateway to Jotunheimen – Sikkilsdalskardet is an important path junction. It features on both the Omveien and Jotunheimstien long-distance trails and affords glorious views.

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9.83 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.81 km

1.59 km

1.46 km

580 m

224 m

142 m

Surfaces

4.12 km

3.76 km

1.38 km

357 m

200 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,130 m)

Lowest point (960 m)

Weather

Wednesday 20 May

6°C

1°C

76 %

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