A hiking adventure: Reinesaksla 308 masl
The summit of Reinesaksla in Leirfjord offers a stunning view of the Seven Sisters, Dønnamannen, Lovund, and the Helgeland Bridge.
Key info
Difficulty: Easy/Moderate. Most of the trail is easy to walk with pleasant terrain, though there are some steep sections near the summit.
Distance one way: About 2,3 kilometers
Elevation gain: 380 meters
Duration one way: 30 min – 1 hour
Season: May – November
Starting point: The hike begins at a parking lot on the right side of the road, just after passing a viewpoint at the top of Ulvangskleiva. From there, you follow a tractor road marked with a hiking trail.
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Reinesaksla is one of the most popular hiking destinations in Leirfjord, offering a breathtaking view of the Helgeland Bridge, the Seven Sisters, and Dønnamannen, with Lovund and Træna further out to sea. The hike is mostly easy, though the final stretch before the summit is steep.
Thea Markussen
Thea Markussen
Thea Markussen
Reinesaksla is located between the Helgeland Bridge and the village of Leland in Leirfjord, along the road leading to Fagervika. The hike begins at a parking area along a gravel road. From there, you follow a tractor road marked with a hiking trail, which crosses a field and continues into the forest. The trail is well-marked all the way to the summit, and along the way, you’ll pass several great picnic spots and a picturesque pond, perfect for a quick swim on your way up or down. The last 50 meters of elevation before the summit involves a steeper section with a rocky scree in a ravine. It’s advisable to take it slow here, but with some patience and good hiking shoes, it’s manageable.
At the summit, you can enjoy views eastward over Leirfjord, westward towards the Helgeland Bridge and the Seven Sisters, and across large parts of the Helgeland coast in between. In the middle of summer, this is a perfect spot to witness the midnight sun.
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