SNOWSHOE HIKE TO MOUNT KEIPEN

Strap on a pair of snowshoes and make your way up the summit of Mt. Keipen - Known for its beautiful panoramic view.

SNOWSHOE HIKE TO MOUNT KEIPEN

Strap on a pair of snowshoes and make your way up the summit of Mt. Keipen - Known for its beautiful panoramic view.

DURATION

3 hours

LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY

Moderate

AGE

10+

PRIS

NOK 1490, -

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A trip through the untouched winter landscape, along snow-covered paths in the mountains. Put on a pair of snowshoes and climb to the top of Harstad's local favorite, known for its impressive panoramic view of the arctic landscape. Experience the real northern Norwegian feeling at Keipen.

Norwegians have their own word for snowshoes: "truger", which derives from the old word "þrjúgr". The large footprints spread the weight, so you can move elegantly over the snow. This is an important tool for anyone who wants to explore the Arctic landscape, and gives access to places that would otherwise be inaccessible. Snowshoes are easy to use, beginner-friendly and perfect for exploring untouched nature without disturbing the environment.

The stick

Norway is known for its mountains and the great hiking trails they offer. Some trails are known across the country, while others are hidden gems that locals love. If you ask people in Harstad, they will tell you that Keipen is their favourite.

It is not without reason that the locals love this tour. Mount Keipen is only a twenty-minute drive from Harstad, and the road up is narrow and winding. The path is easy to reach and offers beautiful, unspoiled nature. Take your time to walk slowly upwards, past frozen lakes and animal tracks from an arctic reef, surrounded by snow that glistens in the dim light of the arctic winter sun.

The top

The trip to the top is "just right" - neither too long nor too short. With the help of a local guide and reliable snowshoes, it takes about an hour to get to the top. The reward is fantastic: a sweeping panoramic view of the surrounding archipelago, with snow-capped peaks stretching towards Andøya.

No Norwegian trip is complete without a "niste" - a packed lunch. Hiking and a small snack at the top is an important part of Norwegian culture. Enjoy the magnificent view from the top the Norwegian way, with a cup of hot chocolate and a lefse – the traditional snack for the Norwegian outdoor lifestyle.