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Knutshøe - Besseggen's tough little brother

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Knutshøe - Besseggen's tough little brother

Hard

4.9

(149)

941

hikers

Knutshøe - Besseggen's tough little brother

04:59

12.5km

470m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 7, 2025

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 855 m for 515 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.11 km

Steep Climbing Section

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After the gentle start of the hike, a very steep climb awaits you. You should be sure-footed and not afraid of heights.

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3.75 km

Knutshøe is a fantastic objective for an adventurous trail run and you can expect the trails to be much quieter than on the neighbouring Besseggen Ridge. The summit offers magnificent views of the mountains and lakes.

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5.81 km

View of the Lakes in Jotunheimen National Park

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From here you can enjoy an amazing view of the lakes.

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12.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.5 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.5 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,460 m)

Lowest point (1,030 m)

Weather

Saturday 18 July

11°C

4°C

0 %

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Max wind speed: 10.0 km/h

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Comments

June 20, 2022,Knutshøe

Lovely hike up Knutshøe. Our "queen stage" in a great Norge-Womo hiking holiday. Directly from our nightspot with the camper, we were able to set out on a wonderful route over the Knutshøe - initially a bit of easy climbing (max. II) - then a great long ridge hike with super beautiful views of the peaks in Jotunheim NP, the …

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July 9, 2024,Knutshöhe im Jotunheimen

A nice alternative to the rather crowded Besseggengrat with great views of the lake and the river delta. Due to the length and scrambling over several bumps, it is quite strenuous. Shortly after the start, you have to climb about 15m with good footholds and there is also a steep passage at the summit. But also with good grip for …

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September 13, 2024,Vargebakkan -> Knutshøe -> Leirungsdalen

After a cold night near the starting point, we set off for the last hike up Knutshøe in -2 degrees and an icy wind.
This crossing is at least as beautiful as the nearby Besseggen and much quieter.
We went on many hikes, saw a lot and enjoyed the beautiful atmosphere 🇳🇴😍🤩
The hikes will of course gradually be made …

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