Last Updated on 27/02/2020 At 490 masl Tinsdtinden in Lofoten may be considered just a small hill, but it makes an incredibly awarding hike topped off with astonishing panoramic views to lake Agvatnet and villages: A, Sorvagen and Moskenes. Hike to Tindstinden is short and relatively straight forward, however the final approach to the summit may be perceived as airy…
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Last Updated on 27/02/2020 Hermannsdalstinden is the highest peak on Moskenesoya island in Lofoten, hence many visitors to the archipelago set their eyes on this majestic mountain, and so did we. A hiking trip to Hermannsdalstinden isn’t an easy day out thou, quite the opposite – conquering the summit involves a rather long approach, climbing an airy ridge and negotiating…
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Last Updated on 05/01/2020 Værøy is a small island located approximately 30 km from main ‘body’ of Lofoten archipelago. It’s accessible by ferry, however due to sailings schedule going for a day trip to Værøy can be tricky. We have long planned visiting this charming island and finally managed to set our feet on Værøy hiking trails only a couple…
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Last Updated on 28/12/2019 It was not ‘love at first sight’… –Ela reminded (and heartily laughed!) when I shared my plan to write a more personal article about our experience and impressions of early days in Finland… We arrived in Finnish Lapland after two months spent in Norway, surrounded by magnificent rocky mountains caressing our eyes every day. However, when…
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Last Updated on 28/12/2019 Nigardsbreen is one of the easiest accessible glaciers in Norway hence it makes a perfect first glacier experience. Its long tongue reaches almost to the shores of lake Nigardsbrevatnet, at 284 masl, and great news is – you can actually drive to the lake’s head and take a short hike (or take a boat) to see…
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Last Updated on 05/01/2020 Matmora is famed for being one of the most scenic mountains in eastern Lofoten. You won’t, however, meet mad crowds while conquering it, as the mountain is located a bit off the ‘main Lofoten way’, on the northern tip of Austvagoya island. The trail leads along a rugged ridge, with spectacular views in all directions that…
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Last Updated on 24/03/2020 Lyngen fjord and peninsula truly are hidden gems of Northern Norway. Being located only 2 hours drive from nearest city, Tromso, they’re a fantastic all-year adventure destination – in the summer they’re hikers’ paradise, whereas in winter they’re the capital of snow sports! Hence, if you’ve already visited iconic Norwegian archipelagos and mountains, and you think…
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