Veslesmeden, Mountain summit in Dovre, Norway
Veslesmeden is a summit in Rondane National Park reaching 2015 meters with a prominence of 215 meters above surrounding terrain. The peak sits within a high mountain landscape featuring rocky slopes and ridges connecting to neighboring summits.
The name translates to 'the little blacksmith,' belonging to a group of peaks named after metalworking professions in the Rondane range. This naming pattern reveals how historical occupations were woven into the region's geographic identity.
The mountain is part of a group of peaks whose names reference metalworking traditions, reflecting how local communities once understood and named their landscape. Visitors following the ridge routes through this area encounter these names repeatedly, learning how language connects to the region's past.
Access to the peak is best arranged through Rondvassbu cabin, which serves as a base camp and is maintained by the Norwegian Trekking Association. Climbers should prepare for harsh mountain weather and steep terrain, especially along the ridges near the summit.
The peak connects to neighboring Storsmeden through a technically demanding scramble route that attracts experienced mountaineers. Those attempting this traverse experience one of the more challenging ridge connections in the Rondane area.
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