Suleskarvegen opened in 1990, finally connecting Sirdal to Setesdal across the mountain plateau. At 1,050 metres above sea level, it is the highest road in southwestern Norway. The 114-kilometre route from Dalen in Telemark to Suleskard in Sirdal cut the summer driving distance between Oslo and Stavanger by 110 kilometres.
The road crosses three counties and four municipalities, climbing above the treeline into a landscape shaped by glaciers. Small mountain lakes line the roadside, and the terrain is part of Norway's wild reindeer habitat. In summer, free-roaming sheep are a constant presence on the asphalt. Bike Magazine has named it one of Norway's best motorcycle routes.
The road is narrow, often single-lane with passing places. It is typically open from late May to November, depending on snow conditions. There are no services along the highest stretch.
The road crosses three counties and four municipalities, climbing above the treeline into a landscape shaped by glaciers. Small mountain lakes line the roadside, and the terrain is part of Norway's wild reindeer habitat. In summer, free-roaming sheep are a constant presence on the asphalt. Bike Magazine has named it one of Norway's best motorcycle routes.
The road is narrow, often single-lane with passing places. It is typically open from late May to November, depending on snow conditions. There are no services along the highest stretch.
