GUIDET TOPPTUR I GAUSTAOMRÅDET

About

Guided Ski Touring Trips in the Gausta Area

These guided ski touring trips are for those who want a safe, social, and educational ski experience in the Gausta area. The tours are conducted in small groups of up to six participants, allowing for both great skiing experiences and valuable learning along the way.

The trips are arranged every Friday throughout the winter season and are always adapted to weather conditions, snow conditions, and the participants’ experience level. During the tour, there will be a strong focus on safe route choices, assessment of snow and avalanche conditions, and basic companion rescue skills.

Possible destinations include Gaustatoppen, Toreskyrkja, or areas in Heddersfjell, depending on the conditions on the given day and the group’s preferences.

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About the Trips

The tours are conducted in small groups and combine great skiing experiences with a focus on safe travel and learning along the way.

Small groups
Maximum 6 participants per trip

Weekly scheduled trips
Every Friday throughout the winter season

For those who want to learn more
Safe route choices, snow understanding, and companion rescue

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Time and Skill Requirements

Duration: Approx. 5–7 hours

When: Fridays during the winter season

Group size: Maximum 6 participants

Level: Good general physical fitness required. Participants should be comfortable skiing down a black slope in a ski resort.

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Equipment and Practical Information

Ski touring equipment (skis, boots, bindings, skins) – can be rented at Gausta

Avalanche safety equipment (transceiver, shovel, probe) – can be rented from us

Meeting point: 09:30 at the ski rental at Gausta

Price: NOK 1000 per person

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About the Guide

The tours are guided by Sturla Mysen, a local mountain expert with over 25 years of experience in the mountains around Gausta.

Sturla Mysen is a certified avalanche instructor and trained observer through the Norwegian Water Resources and Energy Directorate (NVE). For many years, he has worked with safe travel in winter mountain terrain through both guiding and avalanche courses. With extensive local knowledge, the tours are always planned with a focus on safe route choices, great skiing experiences, and learning along the way.

The goal is not only to give participants a great ski touring experience, but also to increase their understanding of snow, terrain, and companion rescue — knowledge that leads to safer and better experiences on future trips.

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