Vesterålen, in northern Nordland, offers a wide variety of hiking opportunities, from coastal walks to mountain hikes. Find hiking tips and inspiration for the area here.
How to Show Consideration on Your Hike
Enjoying the outdoors is a shared experience. Following these simple guidelines ensures that we protect nature and respect our fellow hikers.
Respect the Environment
Leave No Trace: Always practice "traceless travel." Carry out everything you bring in and leave the area exactly as you found it.
Protect Nature and History: Avoid damaging vegetation and keep a respectful distance from sites of cultural-historical value, such as stone ruins or burial mounds.
Do Not Disturb Wildlife: Maintain a respectful distance from birds and animals, especially during nesting and breeding seasons.
Respect Others
Keep the Peace: Many people hike to enjoy the silence. Avoid loud music or unnecessary noise that may disturb the tranquility.
Share the Trail: Be courteous and make room for others, whether you are walking, running, or cycling.
Respect Private Property: While the Right of Public Access is broad, always respect the privacy of those living in houses or cabins near the trail.
Key Concepts for Hikers
"Leave No Trace" (Sporløs ferdsel): This is the golden rule of Norwegian hiking. If you brought it in, you take it out. This includes everything from food scraps and orange peels to hygiene products.
Fantastic view hike on two peaks that are not particularly challenging to get up on.
Storheia
The hike to Storheia is a nice mountain hike that ends 504 meters above sea level with a great view at the top.
Hallartinden
Furthest south on Langøya is Hallartindenen (530 meters above sea level). Despite its modest height, the summit offers good views.
Strandheia
Strandheia is a great hike for beginners in the mountains. There is a beautiful forest road far up in the mountains. There is a formidable view throughout the trip.
Måtind
There are several hikes to the top of Måtind, but this is the easiest. At the top, you have a view of beautiful Høyvika in the south and Bleiksøya in the north.
Hike up to Skårvågsfjellet. One of the nicest and easiest mountains in Bø! The best parking is at the driveway right after Krumsvågen.
Hikes for the experienced
Snytindhytta is beautifully located, and in 2014 the cabin was named Norway's coolest ski touring cabin by UT.no. Photo: Kenn Løkkegaard
Summit hike to Bjørnefelltinden
Super summit hike to one of the best viewpoints I've been. A bit of a hassle to get up. But the path is clear and good and at times steep. Recommended.
To Møysalen from Snytindhytta
Marked trail, but demanding terrain in places. If you are going to Møysalen and back to Snytindhytta, you must calculate at least 18 hours.
