Route Description and map
National cycle route no. 3
Start: Kristiansand
Finish: Haukeligrend
Distance: 254,9 km
Ascent: 917 m
The route:
The section from Kristiansand to Bykli is relatively flat and easy to cycle. From there you have to climb the steep hills to Bykle. Now you will cycle in mountain terrain, 700 – 800 meters above sea level. At Sæsvatn, the routs highest above sea level is, 917 meters. From there you will experience the steepest and toughest hills on the route. The difference in level is approximately 400 meters.
Family route:
The section from Røykenes to Valle is flat and suitable for children. The route goes along old railways, old railway tunnels, river and lakes. Small sections are along Rv. 9.
Signposting:
The trail is signposted with special red ”National cycle route no. 3”-signposts.
Information:
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