Lifjell

Sandnes, Norge

8.6 miles (13.8 km) · 2,631 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Lifjell is a 8.6-mile loop route in Sandnes, Norge, gaining 2,631 feet of elevation. The route follows a rolling elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 2.1 miles gaining 1,087 feet at an average 7.8% grade. About 42% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a climb and finishes with mixed terrain.

Route facts

Distance	8.6 mi (13.8 km)
Elevation gain	2,631 ft (802 m)
Average gain	306 ft per mile (58 m per km)
Longest climb	2.2 mi, 273 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	47.3%
Runnable	42% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Rolling
Difficulty score	13.1 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	23%
Mild uphill	6%
Moderate uphill	18%
Steep uphill	18%
Mild downhill	9%
Moderate downhill	4%
Steep downhill	22%

Questions about Lifjell

How much elevation gain does Lifjell have?

Lifjell has 2,631 ft (802 m) of elevation gain over 8.6 miles (13.8 km). That averages 306 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Lifjell?

The difficulty score for Lifjell is 13.1 of 100. That is harder than 79.2% of routes at a similar distance. About 42% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Lifjell?

The longest climb on Lifjell runs 2.2 miles (3.6 km) and gains 273 ft (83 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 47.3%.