Hiking in Sirdal

Whether you're into impressive and challenging climbs or flatter walks through idyllic valleys, you'll find plenty of great hiking experiences in Sirdal. Follow one of the many signposted routes or go your own way as you explore the beautiful countryside – along the way you can see everything from large wardens and wrecks from World War Two to spectacular scenery and wildlife such as grouse, elk and reindeer.

Here we suggest two beautiful walks – click on https://sirdalsloyper.no for even more inspiration for your next walking holiday.



Blåfjellenden



The tour starts at around 20 minutes by car from Sirdal, namely at Hunnedalen.
 There are plenty of parking spaces and the starting point of the route is well marked. Lace up your hiking shoes, make sure your packed lunch and water bottle are in your bag – and set off into the stunning Norwegian mountain landscape!



The first part of the hike to Blåfjellenden Tourist Cabin goes uphill until you reach the top of the mountain. Then you'll head over the mountain, past small waterfalls, streams and wetlands – and lots of berry bushes and other mountain plants that give the landscape its unique character. Remember to look up as you make your way over the mountain – and enjoy the views of cliffs and lakes as the landscape spreads out around you under the blue sky.



After around three hours you arrive at the tourist cabin, where you can rest your legs while eating the packed lunch and enjoying the view of the impressive mountains around you and the small lake next to the cabin.



Then it's back to the Hunnedalen and the short drive back to your accommodation in Sirdal after a beautiful day in the mountains.



Hilleknuten



Hilleknuten is one of Sirdal's many mountain peaks. At 1,209 metres above sea level, the mountain summit offers spectacular 360–degree views of the mountain, valley and lake as a reward for your efforts.



The tour starts at the Fijeland ski lift in Upper Sirdal, and if you take the tour as a round trip, it is a total of about 12 km. It's a steep walk – you climb around 600 metres of altitude in a relatively short time, so make sure you've trained your legs a bit before setting off.



Along the way you will pass Lake Svartopstjødna, which is used in Sirdal's production of artificial snow for the ski slopes. When you reach the top, you can give your legs a well–deserved rest while enjoying your packed lunch overlooking the high mountains and Lake Valevatn. If you're lucky, you might even catch a glimpse of the area's wild reindeer, elk or birds.



On the way back, you can either go back the same way or head east through Jogledalen – this walk is a little longer but not as steep.