Trolltunga – Being on the edge
You had to see them, while researching travel ideas in Norway. Those amazing photos of people standing close to the edge of the Troll Tongue. Probably the most popular hike in Norway, which is marked as extreme one by most travel guides. Is it, though? Trolltunga hike itself is doable for most people who have some experience with walking in the mountains. You should get back to the parking lot in 8-12 hours.
What might be extreme, at least for budget travellers, is the parking price. Be prepared to pay at least 30 eur for P1 parking in Tyssedal, from where the return hike is 40 km, partly on the narrow public road – not making the best first impressions here. The P2 parking means 28 km round trip for 50 eur per day and a bit of road walking, although this road is private and not that busy, you will possibly meet just a few cars on your way and the road itself is wide enough. There is also a limited P3 parking just at the beginning of the trail, for which you would pay 60 eur per day and skip the road walking.
You might be asking, if there is a way to find a free parking near Trolltunga. You might find some cars parked in the guardrail holes, however this is not the most convenient and safe way to leave your car. A parking ticket is expected even if you did not notice a traffic sign.
