Husfjellet is one of the best viewpoints on Senja island in Northern Norway. It’s also a fantastic couple of hours hike, well rewarded with panoramic view to nearby fjords – Ersfjorden and Bergsfjorden. The latter is especially spectacular sight, as it’s dotted with dozens of small islands. Husfjellet doesn’t disappoint with mountain views either, from its top you can admire…
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Barden is probably the most underrated mountain on Senja, hikers tend to overlook it while visiting the island. The reason being its location – Barden ‘competes’ for attention with iconic neighbour – Segla. However, in our opinion you should definitely include Barden on your ‘to hike’ list while exploring Fjordgard area. In fact, we believe that Barden is a much…
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Keipen and Grytetippen are two majestic peaks on Senja island in Northern Norway. They’re located at two ends of a rocky ridge hence most often visited together, during one hike. There are two ascent paths to Keipen and Grytetippen, both graded as ‘challenging’. Hike to Keipen Senja is a fantastic day out, and the views along the way are simply…
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Segla is the most famous mountain on Senja island in Northern Norway. Looking at the photo above, you’ll instantly know why! It’s towering high above small village Fjordgard, at the edge of a narrow mountainous peninsula surrounded by two beautiful fjords: Mefjorden and Ørnfjorden. At 639 masl, Segla is a small but very steep mountain; you can only reach the…
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Giewont and Kasprowy Wierch are two most characteristic peaks of Tatra mountains in Poland, and can be hiked together on the same trip. This classic hike takes you through some of the Tatra’s most iconic scenery. During the walk you’ll enjoy a woodland trail, high rocky peaks, panoramic views to Polish and Slovak mountains and a bit of scrambling –…
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