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Hornelen is a mountain on Bremangerlandet in Vestland County, western Norway, where the eastern face rises steeply above the Frøysjøen. The summit reaches about 860 metres above sea level, and the upper wall includes near-vertical sections. Hornelen is formed from hard Devonian sandstone and conglomerate over older crystalline schists, and the mountain is used by hikers and climbers seeking exposed coastal terrain.
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Where is Hornelen?
Hornelen is a mountain on Bremangerlandet in Vestland County, western Norway. Its eastern face rises steeply above the Frøysjøen.
How high is Hornelen?
The summit reaches about 860 metres above sea level. The upper wall contains near-vertical sections formed from hard Devonian sandstone.
Why is Hornelen famous among climbers?
Its enormous steep wall and exposed position above the fjord make it a major Norwegian climbing landmark. Routes require serious preparation for weather, approach conditions, and long exposure.
What rock is found at Hornelen?
Hornelen is formed from hard Devonian sandstone. The rock's steep, layered wall is a defining feature of the mountain above Frøysjøen.
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