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Himakånå

Hindereåvåg
5560 Nedstrand

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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
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
Trip Type:
Couples
Simple hike, great views!
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.
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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Distance

length in km - 2,1

Duration

2 hours

General facilities

Parking - Parking at Joker Hinderåvåg
suitable for children

Grading

medium

Nature and terrain

fjord
mountain

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