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Himakånå

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Locals have always known about the Himakånå rock formation, sometimes called ‘Little Trolltunga.’ Even though it’s a relatively modest 357 meters above sea level, all doubts about its impressiveness vanish when you reach it. Tucked away in a corner of Tysvær township, is a special landscape. Oak, beech and birch all flourish in favorable microclimate and rich soil of the mountain. The name, Himakånå, brings to mind a love left at home and taken for granted. The rock formation was always there, but for generations no one gave Himakånå a second thought. Fortunately, the story didn’t end there. 

Himakånå is much more modest than Trolltunga, which can be an advantage. The trek is faster, more accessible, and family friendly. The hike to the top takes about 1 hour, and here you will be rewarded with panoramic views of Lysevatnet lake, Nedstrandsfjord and the farms surrounded by lush forests.

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    • lars_400
      Haugesund, Norway
      Trip Type:
      Friends getaway
      Wonderfull view
      5 of 5 stars
      Friday, 17th August 2018
      1 hour walking, great view, rain and sun on the trip so got a bit wet, but worth it. The trail up is clearly marked. Read full review
    • ChrisandTami
      Colorado Springs, Colorado
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      Couples
      Simple hike, great views!
      5 of 5 stars
      Saturday, 20th July 2019
      This hike was an easy one; 65 minutes up and 45 down. And the views were nice with a lunch we carried up. More people came up which shortened our visit. It is a family-friendly hike, which children... Read full review
    • bjartef2016
      Nedstrand, Norway
      Short trip with great view.
      4 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 9th October 2019
      You need one hour to get to the top. track is marked with red spots. From this point you can see westwards out to the ocean. Read full review
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