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Saksa (1,073m) is one of the most rewarding hikes in the Sunnmøre Alps, starting from the village of Urke on the Hjørundfjord. 1,026 metres of climbing over 3.6 km one way, with sherpa-built stone stairs on the steepest sections and views across both the Hjørundfjord and Norangsfjorden from the summit.
Hassan, Julia and Auri attempt the hike after a tough day in the mountains. One of them turns back at 800 metres. The other two make it to the top, celebrate, and only find out months later that they stopped at the wrong summit.
This video covers everything you need to know: parking, route options, trail conditions, timing, and what to expect at each stage of the climb.
⏱️ CHAPTERS
0:00 Saksa summit views
0:09 Introduction
0:30 Getting to Urke and parking
0:55 Route options and stats
1:40 Trail conditions and weather
1:57 Sherpa stairs and trail markings
2:23 Bentebu shelter (375m)
2:47 Climbing above the treeline
3:18 Above 600m
3:29 Auri turns back at 800m
3:45 The summit
4:40 The 360° view from the top
5:10 The wrong summit
5:36 Hassan’s reaction
5:47 Descent
6:04 Stats, difficulty and season
6:45 Hassan finds out the truth
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📌 KEY FACTS
Mountain: Saksa (Nordre Saksa), 1,073m
Location: Urke, Hjørundfjord, Sunnmøre Alps
Distance: 7.2 km round trip
Elevation gain: 1,026m
Time: 7-9 hours (depending on fitness)
Difficulty: Red (Difficult)
Parking: 50 NOK (Vipps or cash)
Season: Mid-June to end of September
Trail markings: Red paint on rocks, well-marked
Special features: Sherpa-built stone stairs, Bentebu shelter with fireplace
⚠️ IMPORTANT
Saksa has three peaks. The northern peak (Nordre Saksa) is the true summit.
Many hikers stop at the southern peak (Søndre Saksa) by mistake.
There is no trail marking that clearly tells you to continue north.
Always check yr.no for weather before heading up.
Not suitable for children or inexperienced hikers.
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That 1,000 meters of climbing looks brutal but absolutely worth it for those stunning views of Hjørundfjorden! The contrast between the sharp ridges and the deep water is incredible. It’s a great reminder to always check the map at the top so you don’t accidentally stop at the southern peak. Thanks for sharing the detailed tips on the parking, sherpa stairs, and weather safety!