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Hiking the Jotunheimen
5 ThehighcountryofcentralNorwayranksamongEurope'sprem-iersummerdestinations.
Although there are numerous national parks criss-crossed by well-maintained hiking trails,
it's Jotunheimen National Park ( Click here ), whose name translates as 'Home of the Gi-
ants', that rises above all others. With 60 glaciers and 275 summits over 2000m, Jotunhei-
menisexceptionally beautiful andhometoiconic trails suchasBesseggen, Hurrunganeand
those in the shadow of Galdhøpiggen, Norway's highest peak. Jotunheimen's proximity to
the fjords further enhances its appeal.
ANDERS BLOMQVIST
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