With the opportunity to hike amongst the landscapes lit up by the midnight sun and nature reserves with views of the northern lights, Norway introduces a whole new level of euphoria when it comes to hiking. Capture the true essence of the Earth’s natural wonders and follow our Norweigen hiking itinerary to travel amongst some of the most jaw-dropping and awe-inspiring views you will ever see.
Mount Rønvikfjellet
See the natural phenomenon that is the midnight sun with your very own eyes! North of the Arctic Circle, where the sun doesn’t set during the summer months, you can visit a range of places to experience a sighting for yourself. On a clear day, a reliable option is to hike up Mount Rønvikfjellet in the Norweigen town of Bodø, which offers views of the midnight sun, Landegode island, and the Lofoten islands. Reap the rewards as you reach the top of this easily-accessible, paved-out hike on a peninsula surrounded by mountainous lands and rough seas.
Known as the town on the world’s most beautiful coast, Bodø itself is also worth visiting. Its vibrant and colourful aesthetic flows through the town’s shops, restaurants, and cafes, and it’s breakwater picnic spots make it the ultimate chill zone. Not to mention the buzz of energy amongst the welcoming locals!
- Best time: June 4 – July 8 (for Midnight Sun)
- Duration: 2 hours round trip
- Difficulty: Easy
The untouched, wild and beautiful nature that exists in Norway is what draws thousands of tourists from all over the world every year. A particular nature feature that is symbolic to a typical Norweigen landscape is a fjord which is formed when a glacier retreats and carves a deep inlet between mountains, making for incredibly breathtaking scenery. Since Norway is widely recognised for its abundance of cascading rock faces that encompass a fjord, your Norweigen travel itinerary would not be complete without hiking amongst some of the most astounding fjords in the world.
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Trolltunga Fjord Hike
Trolltunga is an extremely famous hike in Norway, which takes up to 12 hours return. Its challenging ascent is met by exquisite views at the hike’s peak, where you are invited to step out onto a sliver of rock that overhangs an 1180-metre (3871-foot) drop and resembles a troll’s tongue (hence the name). The magnificent drop bellows over the fjord’s waters and elevating mountain scenery, making for perfect photo opportunities.
- Best time: June 15 – September 15
- Duration: 8 – 12 hours
- Difficulty: Advanced
Preikestolen/Pulpit Rock Fjord Hike
The Pulpit Rock is a famous walk in Norway that involves hiking to a jaw-droppingly sheer rock face. The walk passes through pine forests and involves some boulder scrambling, so hikers should be at least moderately experienced. Existing amongst another of Norway’s idyllic fjord settings, this hike attracts a huge amount of tourists each summer and so it’s best to hike early in the day or on weekdays to beat the crowds.
- Best time: May – October
- Duration: 4 hours
- Difficulty: Moderate
Bring a lightweight camera to capture your special moments.
Kjerag Fjord Hike
Another mind-blowing rock formation and stunning fjord combo is the Kjerag hike. The peak of this hike stands at 1084 metres (3556 feet) above sea level, and features Kjeragbolten boulder, a huge round rock wedged in a mountain crevice. In recent years, having your photograph taken while standing on this ‘floating’ bolder has become a common climax of this hike, while others simply enjoy the serenity of the mountain plateau as they stand upon the tallest peak along the Lysefjord.
- Best time: May – October
- Duration: 6 hours
- Difficulty: Advanced
Reinebringen
The hike up Reinebringen is like no other. In summer you will be rewarded with clear views of the Lofoten Islands that dot the Northern sea and the sharp landscape that moulds the Reinefjorden. In winter months, you are presented with a chance to see the spellbinding cosmic ballet that is the Aurora Borealis, also known as the northern lights. People travel from all over the world for a chance to view this natural phenomenon that lights the sky with hues of vibrant greens, pinks, and purples, however only the lucky will encounter this incredibly special experience as it is unpredictable when it will appear.
Reinebringen is the ideal location to hike, with exquisite scenery and even the option to camp at the panoramic viewpoint; the northern lights are just the cherry on top of an already very delicious cake.
- Best time: Year-round
- Duration: 2 hours
- Difficulty: Moderate
Pack a lightweight fleece jacket to stay warm during cold summer nights.
Now you’ve ticked off hiking alongside insane rock formations, meandering fjords, and the cosmicity of the northern lights and the midnight sun, you can now safely say you have immersed yourself in Norway’s raw nature scene and experienced a whole new level of hiking with something a bit extra. If you’re now feeling hiked-out, but still have some extra time in Norway, other must-do activities include:
- Husky dog sledding in winter
- A day out at the Viking Ship Museum
- Fishing in summer/ice fishing in winter
- Whale watching
- Staying in an ice hotel
- Visiting the Arctic Circle
- Skiing in the Lyngen Alps
- Embracing innovative Norwegian architecture at the Arctic Cathedral
- Riding the Fjellheisen Cable Car
- Discovering Norway’s street art scene
