Simon Fossheim / Visit Helgeland The Sherpa-built Vega Stairs take you from the shore to the top of Ravnfloget, and the view becomes more impressive with every stone step you climb. While the stairs make it easy to climb the mountainside, your thigh and calf muscles will… Read More
Kristoffer Møllevik / Visit Helgeland Even from a distance, Hatten (1128) is a sight to behold. The Sámi people call this solitary mountain Aarpije, “the one who stands alone”. It is situated east of the village of Hattfjelldal. Key info Degree of difficulty: Moderately demanding. Steep sections… Read More
Simon Fossheim It’s easy to see why the Seven Sisters (De syv søstre) is one of the favourite hiking destinations in Helgeland. These mountains are some of Norway’s most spectacular. While several of the summit hikes are very demanding, your whole family can enjoy the kinder… Read More
Emilie Solbakken / Visit Helgeland Open gallery… Read More
Kristoffer Møllevik / Visit Helgeland Torghatten is one of Helgeland’s most iconic mountains, with its striking hole right through the rock. The trail through the hole is a designated National Scenic Hike, carefully prepared with a Sherpa-built stone staircase and benches for a well-earned rest along the… Read More
Simon Fossheim / Visit Helgeland The DNT cabin Rabothytta is impressively situated at 1200 meters altitude, by the very edge of Okstindbreen glacier. The cabin enjoys a stunning view of the glacier, as well as the Okstindan mountain range and its highest peak Oksskolten (1916), the tallest… Read More
Thea Markussen Open gallery… Read More
Børgefjell / Byrkjie is among our least facilitated national parks, with few or no marked trails, bridges, or DNT cabins. Here, it's primarily about tents, maps, and compasses. And a fishing rod – don't forget the fishing rod! Fall-view from Simskardsround in Børgefjell Wild nature and wild animals Børgefjell is a highly undeveloped national park and is best suited for experienced hikers. Already in 1932, the Norwegian Trekking Association decided not to build cabins or create marked trails in the national park. You may find a few rental cabins, simple shelters, and huts, but for the most part, it's tents and sleeping bags that provide shelter for hikers overnight Read More
Experience the beautiful natural areas along the Wilderness Road starting from the mountain village of Hattfjelldal. At Fjellfolkets Hus, you’ll find accommodation, tourist information, a museum, and a handicraft shop, allowing you to be close to both nature and culture in this fantastic mountainous region. Simen Trælnes… Read More
Open gallery A family-friendly cultural trail to… Read More
