Norway Ice Climbing Overview
Norway offers some of the finest ice climbing in Europe, set amongst frozen valleys, deep forests and spectacular winter landscapes. From accessible single-pitch waterfalls to long, committing multi-pitch routes, it is an extraordinary place to climb.
The Rjukan Valley is at the heart of our Norway programme, with hundreds of frozen waterfalls and an exceptional concentration of routes across the grades. Having returned with clients over several winters, we know the climbing, conditions and logistics well and can make the most of each day.
Beyond Rjukan, bespoke trips to other parts of Norway can also be arranged, opening up quieter venues and more remote objectives. Wherever we climb, the landscape is an important part of the experience. Norway in winter has a genuinely wild character, with snow-covered forests, frozen rivers and the possibility of encountering wildlife such as moose, reindeer and, with considerably more luck, the elusive Eurasian lynx.
Trips typically run from mid-January to mid-March and can be tailored from an introduction to ice climbing through to multi-pitch climbing and more ambitious objectives. No previous ice climbing experience is necessary, although some rock climbing and/or mountaineering experience is required.
Technical climbing equipment can be provided, with prices covering guiding and instruction. Get in touch to discuss dates, experience and the kind of Norwegian winter adventure you have in mind.
When can I go ice climbing in Norway?
We offer ice climbing guiding and instruction in Rjukan from mid-January through to mid-March. The prices indicated below are for these services only, and do not include flights or accommodation. Each trip that we run is bespoke, so please get in touch if you would like a quote for a complete package or would simply like some advice about places to stay.
Do I need any previous experience?
Although you don’t need to have done any ice climbing before, some previous rock climbing and/or mountaineering experience is essential.
How many can participate?
Norway ice climbing works well on a 1:1 or 1:2 basis (instructor to participant) and can be booked from three days to one week in duration.
How much will it cost?
Our standard rates are for private one-to-one guiding or instruction. Additional participants can join for £50 per person, per day, subject to suitable ratios for the activity.
For longer adventures, bookings of five or more consecutive guiding days receive a 10% reduction on our standard guiding fees.
How to book
Let us know which course you’d like to book, along with your preferred date/s a brief outline of your experience. We require a 30% deposit to secure all bookings with full payment due prior to the start date of your course.
