Underrated & Unforgettable - Bouldering in Gjerdalen’s Magic Valley

Our Arctic Circle Trip 2024 continues and we hear rumours of a stunning "Magic Valley" from a local boulderer. Instantly impressed we head to Gjerdalen. This lovely spot in the Norwegian mountains did not let us down. Staying in Gjerdalen is super relaxing without cellphone reception or tourist crowds. You can swim on crystal clear warm water and explore these rocky mountains.

Bouldering here is stunning for sure. Rock quality differs from great to rubbish but the amount of developed + undeveloped climbing here makes up for the partly bad stone quality. Amount of boulders here is huge with good chance of finding something new. Access & locating boulders can be hard so make sure you are not in a rush while visiting. We got also totally shut down by some easier routes so be aware of partly STIFF Norvegian grading.

Please tell what you thought of this video. Would be really nice to chat with some locals, so if you are local or know the place / history, be sure to leave a comment!

Timestamps for routes:
0:00 - Intro
0:37 - Hypotenus, 6C+
2:00 - Arabicaeggen, 6B (meltdown) & Gjerdalen camping
4:39 - Gyllenbrun, 6C
6:40 - Lynn in the sky with diamonds, 6A
7:35 - Pinnehundeggen, 7A
10:21 - Square Cut Arete, 6C