Ice climbing in Hemsedal
guiding & courses
Hemsedal – the birthplace of ice climbing in Norway
Ice climbing has a long history in Hemsedal – this is where it all started in Norway. The countless frozen waterfalls and stable winter climate attract climbers from near and far. It’s not unusual to meet teams from Spain, France or the UK on the ice here.
Hemsedal offers everything from:
Short and easy waterfalls for beginners
Classics such as Hydnefossen and Grøtenutbekken
Some of Norway’s most demanding mixed routes
Spectacular alpine winter climbs
In short: Hemsedal has everything an ice climber could wish for – plus that special sense of adventure.
Guiding and courses
Want to try ice climbing for the first time or take your skills further? With a guide or on a course you’ll learn safety techniques, gain confidence and pick up expert tips along the way. Our instructors focus on both safety and the joy of climbing.
Equipment and providers
On this page you’ll find an overview of:
Course and guiding providers offering ice climbing in Hemsedal
Where to rent or buy ice climbing equipment
