Vidden
- 4.5 mi
- round trip
- 1,557 ft
- climb
- 2,127 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
Vidden is an out-and-back trail, 4.5 miles each way (8.9 miles round trip) in Vestland, Norway. It runs between about 1,520 ft and 2,130 ft above sea level, with roughly 1,040 ft of climbing one way. It is a mountain path with steeper and uneven sections, so wear proper hiking shoes. Most of the way is dirt. The nearest town is Haukeland, about 2.3 miles northwest of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Ulriken, Storhaugen and Hauggjelsvarden. Bogstifossen is within about 3 miles. For camping, Grimen Motell & Camping A/S and Lone Camping are within about 6 miles. There are 10 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the route shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trails, access rules and conditions change, so check locally before you go.
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~2 min drive
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~9 min drive
Conditions and forecast
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