Ascent to Grøtet and back

Hiking trails & Routes

Norway

Møre og Romsdal

Norddal

Ascent to Grøtet and back

Hard

4.5

(2)

hikers

Ascent to Grøtet and back

05:23

12.2km

1,070m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 4, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

Geiranger-Herdalen landskapsvernområde

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.02 km

Kilstivatnet

Highlight • Lake

Kilstivatnet is a long, narrow lake. In the background, you can see Grøtet rising above the water. This makes the landscape all the more beautiful.

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4.36 km

View of the surrounding mountains

Highlight • Viewpoint

Right in the middle of the climb up to Grøtet, you’ll find this superb viewpoint. On the other side of the Eidsdalselva valley, you can see impressive peaks rising up, such as Middagshesten and Skorene. A tiny body of water adds to the beauty of the scene.

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5.97 km

Grøtet

Highlight • Summit

Grøtet rises to 1,519 metres. The surrounding mountains are interspersed with the fjord and lakes. This creates a stunning panorama blending water, sky and rock.

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12.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.4 km

938 m

571 m

344 m

Surfaces

6.09 km