Galten from Mjeltebakkane
Volda
Galten is Sunnmøre’s answer to Trolltunga and a popular hiking destination. It offers a great view especially over Dalsfjorden. You can also follow a nice route further to Mount Kornbergveten if you want to extend your hike.
Start by following the forest road for about 1 km. Just after a sharp turn, walk onto a path and follow it uphill until you reach a well defined path that goes from Folkestadsætra. Follow this path further west until you reach Galten. Galten is a rock ledge that has become a popular photo spot.
You will get a great view of Volda, Austefjorden, and Dalsfjorden.
Just after the ferry terminal in Folkestad, turn off onto Dalsfjordvegen Road in the direction of Lauvstad. Take an almost 180-degree left turn (at the sign for “Råsa”) near the Coop shop. Continue following the road, without taking any side roads, in the direction of Folkestadsætra where a toll road begins (NOK 40 for a private car in 2019, Vipps is possible). Drive for about 1 km after you pass the toll station. There is cultivated land on the left side of the road. The trail starts on the right-hand side. You can park at the starting point of the trail, but please do not block in other cars when parking.
Distance
4,11 km both ways
Duration
1 t. 50 min.
Sesong
Spring, Summer, Autumn
| Surface type |
Distance |
| Grus |
2 |
| Sti |
2,17 |
Many people choose to walk from the ferry terminal. The distance to the starting point is about 2 km.
Another option is to drive to Folkestadsætra and start walking from there. Please see the trail description for Kornbergvetent. It involves slightly less climbing.
Driving directions
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