Flisetjørnskaret

Perched in a rugged high-alpine pass in Telemark, this remote location gives you sweeping views of Gaustatoppen, the region's most iconic peak, rising sharply above the surrounding plateau. The small lake in the foreground is your most valuable compositional tool, offering clean reflections of the mountain when the wind is calm, so arrive early before the air picks up. A wide-angle lens works well here to capture the full scope of the landscape, and you can also work the river for foreground interest with slower shutter speeds. Morning light hits Gaustatoppen directly and rewards the early riser, while the location's elevation and distance from light pollution make it exceptional for Milky Way and star trail photography on clear nights. Access requires a solid walk over uneven terrain, so wear sturdy footwear and come prepared for rapidly changing mountain weather. (Telemark County, Norway)