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Hardangervidda National Park Geographic Profile, Boundary Map, and Terrain Data Analysis

Review the geographic framework of Hardangervidda National Park, spanning 3422 square kilometers across Buskerud, Telemark, and Vestland. This profile details the highland terrain, including significant peaks like Sandfloegga and Hårteigen, alongside complex wetland and alpine meadow systems within the boreal climate zone.

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Norway's largest mountain plateau and Arctic wildlife sanctuary

Hardangervidda National Park

Hardangervidda National Park is Norway's largest national park, encompassing a vast mountain plateau that spans three counties in southern Norway. Covering 3,422 square kilometres, the park protects the Hardangervidda, the largest peneplain in Europe, characterized by barren, treeless moorland, countless lakes, rivers, and pools, and dramatic mountain scenery. The plateau sits at an average elevation of 1,100 metres above sea level and supports one of the most significant Arctic ecosystems on the continent, hosting the southernmost populations of several Arctic animal and plant species. The park is internationally significant for its wild reindeer herds, which are among the largest in the world, and for the hundreds of Stone Age archaeological sites that document millennia of human presence tied to reindeer migration patterns. Established in 1981, the park remains a vital corridor for biodiversity and a beloved destination for hikers, skiers, and nature enthusiasts.

Location
Norway
Park type
National park
Established
1981
Area
3,422 km²
Highest point
1,863 m
Hardangervidda National Park Atlas
Location overview

Regional distribution within Buskerud, Vestland, and Telemark

Geographic Location of Hardangervidda National Park in Norway

Hardangervidda National Park spans the Norwegian regions of Buskerud, Vestland, and Telemark. As a fully domestic reserve, the inland protected area does not cross international borders or contain marine territory.
Countries
Norway
Regions
Buskerud, Telemark, Vestland
Primary location
Vestland
Boundary and coordinates

Analyzing the geographic footprint and spatial extent of the protected area

Mapping Hardangervidda National Park Boundaries and Spatial Limits

Mapped boundary polygons offer essential spatial context for the 3422 square kilometers of protected terrain. Georeferenced coordinates provide the estimated spatial center, geographic spans, and perimeter limits of the park.
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Boundary area
3,432.7 km²
Boundary perimeter
313.8 km
Northernmost point
60.409° N
Southernmost point
59.8562° N
Easternmost point
8.2984° E
Westernmost point
6.6839° E
Geographic centre
60.1518° N, 7.454° E
North–south span
61.6 km
East–west span
89.7 km
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Elevation and terrain

Highland relief profiles, peaks, valleys, and river networks

Hardangervidda National Park Terrain and Elevation Summary

Recorded elevation ranges span a mean of 1100 meters up to a high point of 1863 meters across highland terrain. Individual feature cards detail named peaks, hills, bays, and rivers located within protected boundaries.
Mean elevation
1,100 m
Maximum elevation
1,863 m
Highest point
1,863 m

Selected named natural features

Peaks

Festningsnutan

1,368 m

Hills

Tormodfloti

Hills

Sletteidnibba

1,454 m

Bays

Langevatnet

Hills

Blikhalsen

1,338 m

Rivers

Olavsdalselva

Environmental setting

Boreal climate zones, highland relief, and plateau habitats across recorded terrain

Hardangervidda National Park Environmental Classifications and Physical Settings

Stored landscape features, habitat types, and relief metrics combine to outline the physical setting of Hardangervidda National Park. Recorded categories link directly to related environmental classifications within the broader atlas database.
Relief
Highland
Climate
Boreal
Water
Major water bodies
Forest cover
No forest cover
Seasonality
Year-round

Landscape features

Plateau · Hills · Valleys · Grassland · Wetland · Lakes · Rivers · Glacier · Cliffs

Habitat types

Alpine meadow · Grassland · Wetland · Peatland · Riverine habitat · Lacustrine habitat · Tundra habitat

Park atlas

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Find Nearby National Parks and Protected Areas Beyond Hardangervidda National Park, Vestland

After exploring Hardangervidda National Park, browse additional national parks and protected areas across Norway's Vestland region and connected mountain landscapes. Compare diverse wilderness areas and trace their geographic spread to understand the regional conservation landscape of Western Norway.
Watercolor illustration of a mountain landscape with green vegetation and pastel-colored peaks
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Mapped glacial terrain and park boundaries in Vestland.

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Area
545.2 km²
Established
2005
IUCN
II
Relief
Mountain
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Mapping glacial terrain, alpine environments, and wild reindeer habitat.

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Area
450 km²
Established
2006
IUCN
II
Relief
Mountain
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Vikerfjell naturreservat: Geographic Atlas of Protected Forests in Ringerike, Norway

Mapped terrain of high-lying plateaus, ancient coniferous forests, and wetland mosaic.

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Area
80.335 km²
Established
2016
Relief
Mountain
Climate
Boreal
Watercolor illustration of a mountain range with green hills and a lake in the foreground
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North

Jotunheimen National Park: Norway's Iconic Alpine Protected Landscape and Geographic Core

Explore mapped glacial terrain and alpine geography.

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Area
1,151 km²
Established
1980
IUCN
II
Relief
Mountain
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North

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Mapped terrain and protected area discovery in Vestland, Norway.

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Area
1,310 km²
Established
1991
IUCN
II
Relief
Mountain
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Langsua National Park: Protected Mountain Forests and Inland Wilderness in Innlandet, Norway

Discover mapped boundaries and regional geographic context.

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Area
537.1 km²
Established
2011
IUCN
II
Relief
Mixed relief
National parkInnlandet
About 148 km away#7 closest

North

Breheimen National Park: Protected Glacial Landscapes and Mountain Terrain in Innlandet

Norway's prominent national park featuring active glaciers and alpine geography.

Breheimen National Park represents a significant protected landscape within Norway's Innlandet region, dedicated to conserving its unique glacial formations and dramatic alpine terrain. The park's vast area encompasses active glaciers, soaring peaks, and a notable diversity of natural environments, from lush valleys to barren plateaus. MoriAtlas facilitates a detailed exploration of Breheimen National Park, highlighting its mapped protected boundaries and its integral role in the regional geography and protected areas atlas.

Area
1,671 km²
Established
2009
IUCN
II
Relief
Mountain
National parkTelemark
About 153 km away#8 closest

Southeast

Jomfruland National Park: Coastal Archipelago and Skagerrak Marine Atlas

Norway's unique marine-focused national park landscape.

Jomfruland National Park is a significant protected landscape in Telemark, Norway, renowned for its coastal island geography and a landscape predominantly composed of marine waters. Covering 117 square kilometers, this national park emphasizes the conservation of both terrestrial island habitats and the surrounding Skagerrak coastal ecosystem. Explore the park's mapped boundaries and discover its regional geographic context, offering a unique perspective on Norway's protected areas and maritime natural heritage through MoriAtlas.

Area
117 km²
Established
2016
IUCN
II
Scope
Mixed
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Understanding Hardangervidda National Park is a key step in exploring Norway's protected areas and broader regional geography. Use this atlas entry to grasp the unique mapped context of its arctic plateau, its distinctive treeless terrain, and its ecological significance. Continue your discovery of the Vestland region's natural landscapes and protected lands through MoriAtlas's structured approach to geographic exploration.

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