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Østre Torfinnstind
Østre Torfinnstind or “Eastern Torfinnstind” is the highest one of the mountain Torfinnstindane’s three peaks. At 2119 meters above sea level, it rises majestically in the sky behind Torfinnsbu, and can be seen from most mountains in the southern area of Jotunheimen.
Highlights
- Østre Torfinnstind – the highest of the three Torfinnpeaks
Inkluding
- Bus transport: Beitostølen – Bygdin – Beitostølen
- Boat transport: M / B Bitihorn, Gjendebåten
- Detailed tour description
Season
June – september
Majestetiske Østre Torfinnstind
Østre Torfinnstind or “Eastern Torfinnstind” is the highest one of the mountain Torfinnstindane’s three peaks. At 2,119 meters above sea level, it rises majestically in the sky behind Torfinnsbu, and can be seen from most mountains in the southern area of Jotunheimen. The hike is of the more challenging sort, and requires you to be in good physical health. But once you reach the top, the trip is well worth the challenge. In addition to magnificent views of the spectacular surroundings; one can – on a clear day – see almost all the way to Oslo. Do not forget to bring your camera!
For an even bigger challenge we also offer tours across all three Torfinnstind peaks.
Eastern Torfinnstind is located in the southern part of Jotunheimen, by the shores of lake Bygdin in the municipality of Vang. You can access the area by catching the Bitihorn ferry from Bygdin (the place), and hopping off at Torfinnsbu.
The hike takes anywhere from 3 to 5 hours (breaks not included) and can easily be carried out as a daytrip. From the boat docks at Torfinnsbu at 09:50 am, you have just over 6.5 hours before you have to be back for the return to Bygdin.
Agenda for the day:
Bus: (Nor-Way) Beitostølen – Bygdin Høifieldshotel
Boat: (M / B Bitihorn) Bygdin → Torfinnsbu
Guided tour Østre Torfinnstind
Difficulty: Difficult
Time: 5-6 hour (s)
Distance: 6 kilometers
Height at the top: 2119 meters
Ascent: 1060 meters
Boat: (M / B Bitihorn) Eidsbugarden → Bygdin
Bus: (Nor-Way) Bygdin Hotel → Beitostølen
Practical information
Below you will find practical information about this trip.
Can not find what you are looking for? See our frequently asked questions page, or send us an email – we will help you!
Transportation
The trip includes transport from Beitostølen to Bygdin, from Bygdin to Torfinnsbu, from Eidsbugarden to Bygdin, and from Bygdin back to Beitostølen.
Meals
Ingen måltider inkludert i denne turen.
Packing list
Warm hat
Wool buff
Gloves
Mittens with mesh
Felt wool mittens + wind mittens *
Bra / top
Wool boxer
T-shirt, wool
Mesh sweater
Medium-thick wool sweater, preferably high neck with zipper
Interlayer, fleece or wool
Wool lengths and / or mesh lengths
Robust shell jacket – breathable, water-repellent, provides good freedom of movement, good ventilation, space for several layers underneath, good hood etc.
Robust shell trousers (for tough trips)
Mountain shoes: Medium stiff boot – Softer boot
Socks
Other equipment
Backpack (35-40 L)
Compeed
Sunglasses (strong sun on glaciers can make you snow blind)
Mobile phone
Food and drink
0.7 – 1 L thermos with hot drink
Drinking bottle 1 L – preferably with an energy drink
6-8 slices of bread
Nuts, chocolate, raisins, dried fruit, real beef snacks etc.
Energy bars / biscuits
This tour is guided – that is, you do not need gps / map / compass, but you can of course bring this if desired.
Other necessary safety equipment for glaciers and splitting is included in the price and you will receive this at the start of the tour by the guide.
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Day to day
Practical information
Below you will find practical information about this trip.
Can not find what you are looking for? See our frequently asked questions page, or send us an email – we will help you!
Departures from Oslo
Monday-Wednesday
8.30 am – 1.05 pm
Thursdays
8.30 am – 1.05 pm
3.05 pm – 7.05 pm
5.00 pm – 9.05 pm
5.20 pm – 9.03 pm (Directly from Oslo Airport)
Friday
8.30 am - 1.05 pm
1.05 pm – 5.45 pm
5.20 pm – 9.03 pm (Directly from Oslo Airport)
Saturday
8.30 am - 1.05 pm
10.20 am – 1.35 pm
Sunday
10.20 am – 1.35 pm
12.20 pm – 4.50 pm
5.20 pm – 9.03 pm (Directly from Oslo Airport)
Luggage transport
We will send your luggage from cabin to cabin, so you only need to bring a daypack.
Departures from Gjendesheim
Monday-Friday
2.00 pm – 6.35 pm
Saturday
10.00 am – 2.45 pm
2.00 pm – 6.35 pm
Sunday
10.00 am – 2.45 pm
10.00 am -2.21 pm (Directly to Oslo Airport)
4.00 pm – 8.20 pm
5.35 pm – 10.00 pm
Meals
All restaurants offer food based on local ingredients. For breakfast, there will be a buffet. Here you also need to make yourself a packed lunch that you bring to lunch for the day. Use your beewax food wrap. It is possible to fill a thermos, check with the accommodation. Dinner will be served in the afternoon/evening.
Accomodation
Gjendesheim Turisthytte DNT:
Gjendesheim Turisthytte has a history dating back to 1878. The hut is run by DNT and is located in the heart of the Norwegian mountains, with Besseggen Ridge as a neighbor.
Gjendebu Turisthytte DNT:
At 990 masl at the west end of Gjende Lake, you will find Gjendebu. The DNT cabin offers a traditional and historic atmosphere, with good local food – and is the oldest cabin of DNT, built in 1871.
Memurubu Turisthytte:
Memurubu is a tourist hut at the end or start of the famous Besseggen hiking trail. Memurubu is originally an old mountain pasture dating back to 1872, but has had tourists for just as long. Cows are still grazing around the tourist hut, which lies at the mouth of the river Muru in the valley Memurudalen.
Trails and weather
The conditions in the autumn are wonderful, but it can also give some challenges. You need to be prepared to walk in the snow in case of snowfall. We have also described alternative routes for the steepest parts if the exposure or conditions makes it uncountable. In September, normal temperature is between 0-10 degrees.
All the paths are well-marked. The terrain varies from flat and easy to rocky and hilly. All the hikes as a short steep, exposed crux where you will have to use both legs and arms. Thou these sections can be avoided by walking an alternative route around.
Equipment list
We will send you equipment-list when ordering.
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