Jutulhogget

The steep walls of Jutulhogget extend for 2.4 kilometers, reaching heights between 100 and 240 meters in the Norwegian wilderness.

The canyon formed approximately 10,400 years ago when a proglacial lake burst through an earthen dam, releasing 180,000 cubic meters of water per second.

Norwegian folklore attributes the formation of this natural phenomenon to mythical beings, which influenced its name and local storytelling traditions.

Visitors can access marked hiking trails throughout the nature reserve, which has been under protection since 1959 to preserve its geological features.

The entire canyon structure was carved within days due to the massive water pressure that eroded the bedrock during the end of the last Ice Age.

Location: Alvdal Municipality

Location: Rendalen Municipality

GPS coordinates: 61.99861,10.90389

Latest update: May 26, 2025 04:02