The best months to visit Trolltunga are Jun – Sep. Trail open; long daylight hours.
Quick facts
Currency NOK (kr) 1 USD ≈ 10.5 NOK
Language Norwegian Excellent English everywhere
Timezone CET (UTC+1) CEST (UTC+2) in summer
Best Months Jun – Sep Trail open; long daylight hours
Daily Budget ~$50–80 USD Norway is expensive; camp to save
Visa Schengen Zone 90 days visa-free for many nationalities
When to go
A tongue of rock jutting 700 metres above a glacial lake: Norway's most iconic hike and one of Europe's great adventures.
Visa & Entry in Trolltunga
- Norway is part of the Schengen Area: 90-day visa-free entry for EU/UK/US/Canada/Australia and many other nationalities. Check Schengen requirements for your passport
- Bergen Airport (BGO) is the nearest international airport: 2.5 hours by car or 3 hours by bus to Odda. Oslo Airport (OSL) connects to Bergen by 1-hour flight or 7-hour train
- The Skyss bus from Bergen to Odda runs several times daily (kr 350, 3 hours). Rental cars from Bergen offer flexibility for the fjord region but Norwegian fuel and toll costs add up
For itineraries, costs and practical travel advice, see the full Trolltunga travel guide.
Timezone: CET (UTC+1) (CEST (UTC+2) in summer)
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Trolltunga?
The best months to visit Trolltunga are Jun – Sep (Trail open; long daylight hours), which makes for the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing and getting around. For what a trip costs day to day, see the Trolltunga budget breakdown.
