Troll Wall – Norway

The Troll Wall in Norway is part of a mountain within the Reinheimen National Park and is the tallest vertical rock face in Europe, making it very popular with climbers from all around the world who come here for the challenge that it offers.

How to Get there

The easiest way to get here is from Oslo by train on the Rauma Railway. It passes right under the Troll Wall itself, but you will want to get off at the stop before at the Romsdalsfjord so you can experience everything fully.

When is the Best Time to Visit

Depending on what you want to see there, if you want the best snowy peaks for views, then the usual Europe winter months are great, be prepared for possible rain though! Between May and September are the best times for more mild weather and especially if you want to be doing some climbing, you will definitely need a dry period. The best time for that is July and August.

What is there to do there

Climbing, lots of it! Whether you’re a professional or amateur it doesn’t really matter. There are climbing lessons on all the time for the beginner which will be a great adventure. Or if you don’t want to climb at all, there are plenty of views for you to take in and you will want to take them in! You may see people doing some base jumping, but keep in mind that it is illegal to do so from here. So we wouldn’t recommend it (even if it was legal we still wouldn’t recommend it!)

Sacred Uluru Rock – Australia

Uluru is one of Australia’s natural landmarks and is sacred to the Aborigine people. It is a sandstone formation with a height of 348m and a circumference of 9.4km. It is great to visit at dawn or sunset as it glows a far deeper red than during the day.

How to Get There?

You cant stay in the park as it is protected but surrounding the park there is an area called Yulara where you can stay. Admission to the park itself is $25.

When is the Best Time to Visit?

It is a hot desert climate there, so the best time to go is in the slightly cooler temperatures (even then it wont be cool). April is a good month and then from August to November, when in November temperatures reach up to around 35°C

What is there to do there?

For the more capable people you can climb to the top of the sandstone structure, although it is not recommended due to high winds, it is allowed. There are also walks led around the area by the native people to the area who will well inform you of its heritage.