Skarvan and Roltdalen National Park
Spruce forest, peatland and the Skarvan mountains in Trøndelag, central Norway
Roltdalen is the largest roadless mountain valley in southern Trøndelag county, with spruce forest and peatlands covering over 40 % of the park. The Skarvan mountains, stretching from Ruten to Fongen, rise to alpine heath above 1 000 m.
Things to do
- On footWalk the raised boardwalk route from Vekta to Prestøyan across the wetlands
- On footFollow the Trondhjems Turistforening touring trails from Roltdalen towards the Sylan area
- On footHike the Skarvan mountains between Ruten and Fongen
- WildlifeWatch for sea ducks around the high-altitude tarns and lakes of the eastern alpine belt, keeping to the trails
Signature sights
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Roltdalen
The largest roadless mountain valley in southern Trøndelag county, covered in spruce forest. - 2
Skarvan
The region's most notable mountain area, stretching from Ruten to Fongen. - 3
Vekta to Prestøyan boardwalk
A wetland route with raised boardwalks over mires and lichen heaths.