Åndalsnes: Troll Road & Troll Wall Day Tour with Guide
Norway’s wild valley roads, waterfalls and the towering Trollveggen
You’ll travel Norway’s wildest roads on this day trip from Åndalsnes: feel mist from Stigfossen waterfall, watch climbers’ tales at Norsk Tindesenter, wind up the legendary Troll Road with a local guide (when open), and stand beneath Europe’s tallest cliff face. Expect both quiet awe and good stories along the way.
Step-by-step itinerary
Troll Road and Troll Wall excursion
- Visit Norwegian Mountaineering Centre
- Watch movie Trollfolk
- Photo stop at Stigfossen waterfall
- Drive up Troll Road
- Pause at Troll Road viewpoint
- Visit Europe's tallest vertical rock face
- Drive down Troll Road to Åndalsnes
What’s included
Your day covers entry to Norsk Tindesenter in Åndalsnes for a short film about local mountaineers before heading out by bus with your guide toward Stigfossen waterfall for photos. You’ll wind past Romsdalshorn peak and pause beneath Europe’s tallest vertical cliff at Trollveggen before returning to town, all transport included.
Times
Next departure: 23 May 2027
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Operated by Norway Excursions AS
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The experience
What is it about Norwegian place names? I kept tripping over “Trollstigen” in my head as we left Åndalsnes, half-distracted by the way the clouds hung low over the mountains. Our guide, Erik, had this easy laugh. He said you could always tell who was local by how they pronounced “Romsdalshorn.” I tried it once and got a sympathetic smile. We started at the Norwegian Mountaineering Centre (Norsk Tindesenter), which is sort of a shrine to people braver than me. There’s this film called “Trollfolk”: honestly, I expected something kitschy but it was weirdly moving, watching old black-and-white clips of climbers on those impossible rock faces.
The bus climbed slowly toward the base of Stigfossen waterfall. You hear it before you see it, this low roar that cuts through any conversation. The air tasted cold and sharp, even in June. There was a photo stop where everyone shuffled out and just stood there for a minute, not really talking. I guess sometimes you don’t need words when you’re staring at something that big. Then came the famous Troll Road: 11 hairpin turns up a mountain that looks like it was drawn by someone who hates straight lines. Erik told us stories about the King, Queen, and Bishop peaks watching over us. I liked that idea, even if I couldn’t tell which was which from down below.
I wish I could say I wasn’t nervous on those bends, but yeah, my palms were sweaty. At the top there’s usually a platform to look back down at the valley and see where you’ve come from (though this season we couldn’t get up there because of rockfall risk, safety first). Still, just being near those cliffs felt huge somehow. On the way back we stopped at Trollveggen: Europe’s tallest vertical rock wall. It’s hard to describe how small you feel standing under something like that. Even Erik seemed quieter than usual.
I still think about that moment when everyone fell silent by the waterfall. Just cold spray on your face and this sense of being somewhere ancient. If you’re looking for a day trip from Åndalsnes with real stories (and not just scenery), this one sticks with you longer than you’d expect.
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Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English, Spanish, German, Italian and Dutch.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 17 years); Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3): free.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
Is pickup included for this Åndalsnes day trip?
No hotel pickup is mentioned. Tours start from a central meeting point in Åndalsnes or cruise port.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
All terrain is wheelchair accessible. Vehicles support foldable wheelchairs. Contact ahead if ramp needed.
Will we visit the Trollstigen viewing platform?
No, for 2024 season Trollstigen road and viewing platforms are closed due to falling rock risk.
How long does it take to drive up Troll Road?
The drive up Trollstigen includes 11 hairpin bends. Actual ascent takes around 15-20 minutes depending on traffic.
What attractions are included in this tour?
The tour includes Norsk Tindesenter (Norwegian Mountaineering Centre), Stigfossen waterfall stop, Romsdalshorn view, drive past/stop at Trollveggen (Troll Wall).
Is public transportation available nearby?
Yes, public transportation options are available close to meeting points in Åndalsnes.
Are multilingual guides available?
Tours may be operated by multilingual guides in English due to mixed groups.
Åndalsnes: Troll Road & Troll Wall Day Tour with Guide
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