To stay safe in the Norwegian mountains, you should follow 9 rules of the Norwegian mountain safety code called “Fjellvettreglene”:

1.)   Plan your trip and inform others about the route you have selected. Obtain current/local information about the area and weather conditions. Be sure of your abilities and listen to the advice of the locals.

2.)   Adapt the planned routes according to ability and conditions. Don't forget to assess the conditions continuously. You should respect the weather and the difficulty of the route.

3.)   Pay attention to the weather and the avalanche warnings. You can check the weather conditions on yr.no or storm.no. For avalanche, flood and ice forecast you can go to varsom.no.

4.)   Be prepared for bad weather and frost, even on short trips. Don't forget that the weather changes quickly in the mountains. Rain and windproof outerwear is a must in every season. Also don't forget some warm clothes. Be aware of the possible snow presence, even in the summer months and at lower altitudes. Proper footwear is important as Norway can be really wet and slippery. In case of a nearby storm, you must proceed from peaks or ridges to a lower ground.

5.)   Bring the necessary equipment so you can help yourself and others. A bivy sack, a first aid kit and a headlamp are just some of the equipment that should always be in your pack. Take time and prepare everything you need. In winter conditions don't forget the avalanche-safety equipment. You should also have a fully charged phone in case of an emergency.

6.)   Choose safe routes. Recognize avalanche terrain and unsafe ice. You can check the Varsom app for avalanche forecast, topographic map, slope angle map and other useful information.

7.)   Use a map and a compass. Always know where you are. Using a GPS device/phone is also okay, just be aware of the battery level and possible bad reception situations. For your orientation look for cairns of rock and red »T« marks, which are found on marked trails.

8.)   Don't be ashamed to turn around. If the conditions become too difficult or there are some possible problems in your group, it is better to go back than to risk it all. Don't forget: the mountain will wait.

9.)   Conserve your energy and seek shelter if necessary. Remember to eat and especially drink frequently. Most running water in the mountains of Norway is clean enough to drink – just avoid water running through pastures. Also be aware of possible nearby shelters in case of an emergency.