Buråsi
Buråsi sits along the Gaularfjellet byway at 1,867 feet, facing 300°. The terrain drops 1,568 feet within 600 meters of the overlook, giving an open view over the surrounding land. From this point, Munkeggi peak is visible to the west-southwest at 2.8 miles, rising to 4,274 feet, while Keipen viewpoint lies north-northwest at 3.7 miles and 4,616 feet. Bjornabreen peak is also in view to the northwest, 3.8 miles out and 4,744 feet in elevation. The 300° orientation puts the view roughly 30 degrees off a direct westward line, angling it toward the sunset side of the sky. Sunset times vary through the year, from 23:18 at the June solstice to 15:16 at the December solstice, with equinox sunsets falling near 18:48 in March and 19:37 in September. Klukkshaug is the previous lookout along the route before reaching Buråsi.

What you’re looking at
Named terrain inside the view from this overlook, nearest first.
- Munkeggi4,274 ftwest-southwest · 2.8 mi
- Keipen4,616 ftnorth-northwest · 3.7 mi
- Bjornabreen4,744 ftnorthwest · 3.8 mi
Light
This overlook faces sunset — 30° off square to it.
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Golden hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| March equinox | 06:37 | 18:48 | 17:51 |
| June solstice | 03:55 | 23:18 | 21:51 |
| September equinox | 07:18 | 19:37 | 18:40 |
| December solstice | 09:49 | 15:16 | — |
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Where it is
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How high is Buråsi?
Buråsi sits at about 1,867 feet (569 m).
What can you see from Buråsi?
From Buråsi: Munkeggi (WSW, 2.8 mi); Keipen (NNW, 3.7 mi); Bjornabreen (NW, 3.8 mi).
Is Buråsi better at sunrise or sunset?
Sunset. The land falls away from Buråsi toward the sunset, so at sunrise the light is behind you. Exact times shift through the year; the page shows the current window.
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