Besseggen Ridge (Gjendesheim to Memurubu)
~2 days · 9.1 mi · easy · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Besseggen Ridge (Gjendesheim to Memurubu) is known for
Norway's most famous ridge walk, climbing from Gjendesheim onto the Besseggen arête between the emerald Gjende and the deep-blue Bessvatnet, then dropping to the lodge at Memurubu.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 3,238 ft to 5,689 ft over 9.1 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 4.4 mi · 48%
- Downhill 4.2 mi · 47%
- Flat 0.5 mi · 5%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Besseggen Ridge (Gjendesheim to Memurubu)?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Besseggen Ridge (Gjendesheim to Memurubu) scores 36/100, a relative rating across the 569 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Besseggen Ridge (Gjendesheim to Memurubu) take?
Most backpackers hike the Besseggen Ridge (Gjendesheim to Memurubu) in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 9.1 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Besseggen Ridge (Gjendesheim to Memurubu)?
The Besseggen Ridge (Gjendesheim to Memurubu) climbs roughly 3,707 ft total — about 409 ft per mile, topping out near 5,712 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry and stats derived from OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL) — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.