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Hardangervidda Plateau — Norway

Hardangervidda Plateau

Europe's largest mountain plateau — 3,400 sq mi of tundra with hut network.

Where on earth

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Region
Norway
Country
Worldwide
Biome
Sub-arctic tundra (1,000–1,800 m)
Best season
July – September
Difficulty
moderate
Known for
  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
  • Mountaineering
  • Winter Camping
  • Wildlife Viewing

Key takeaways

  • Biome: Sub-arctic tundra (1,000–1,800 m)
  • Best season: July – September
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary

Europe's largest mountain plateau — 3,400 sq mi of tundra with hut network.

Key takeaways

  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Best season: July – September

Intended uses

backpacking

Climate suitability

Sub-arctic tundra (1,000–1,800 m)

Verification notes

Last verified January 1, 1970.

Region
Worldwide
Biome
Sub-arctic tundra (1,000–1,800 m)
Difficulty
moderate
backpacking

Wildlife found around Hardangervidda Plateau

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Last verified: 1970-01-01