Have you ever hiked in Aurlandsdalen and wondered about the rock types and everything that grows in the valley?

Geologist Maiken from the World Heritage Park and botanist Jakub invite you to a guided tour through Aurlandsdalen on Sunday, August 23, where you will get the answer to just this!

On the tour you will get an introduction to the rock types, how the valley is shaped by ice and water, potholes, botany and how plant life changes in step with the bedrock. We also look at mass events that testify to a dynamic landscape, and at species that are unique to the valley.

There will be plenty of opportunity to ask questions, and you are guaranteed to gain new knowledge along the way. This is not a trip for those who want to set a speed record down the valley, but for those who are curious and want to take their time.

We hope you will join us!

Practical information:

Theme: The geology and botany of Aurlandsdalen

Bring: Plenty of lunch, good hiking shoes, a seat pad and clothing for the weather.

The tour is conducted in both Norwegian and English. We will help with translation along the way if anything is difficult to understand.

The hike is about 18 km long, with about 1100 meters of descent and 300 meters of ascent. This is a demanding hike that is suitable for mountain-savvy participants.

We expect to spend 9–10 hours, including many stops related to outreach and some longer breaks for lunch.

Number of seats: 15

The trip is free to attend, but each participant must pay for their own bus ticket to Østerbø.

Transportation:

We use bus route 850, departing from Flåm at 8:15 a.m., Aurland at 08.25 and Vassbygdi at 08.45. The bus takes us to Østerbø, where the tour starts.

The return bus leaves from Vassbygdi to Flåm at 7:00 PM for those who do not have their own car. If you wish to organize your own transport, please meet at Østerbø at 9:15 AM.

Register with your name to Maiken at maiken@verdsarvparken.no or SMS to 45060131.