Hullet gjennom Torghatten i tidlig morgensol Kristoffer Møllevik / Visit Helgeland

Torghatten is a famous mountain with a distinctive hole going right through it. Standing in the 35-meter high opening is a powerful experience that is a must to be witnessed.

Hike through Torghatten

Difficulty: Easy. It is a short hike to the opening in the mountain, and the trail is well-maintained.
Distance one way: About 2.8 kilometers
Elevation gain: About 100-meter elevation
Duration one way: 1 – 2 hours
Season: April to October
Trailhead: Parking lot on the southeast side of the mountain.
Find trailhead on Google Maps

Special Considerations: Due to the risk of ice and rock falls, it is not recommended to walk through the Torghatten hole from November to March.

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People become small as they wander through the 160 meters long, 35 meters high, and 15-20 meters wide hole in Torghatten, which the sea carved out thousands of years ago. The trail up and through the mountain is well-maintained, with stone stairs both inside and on each side of the mountain. This is a hike suitable for both well-experienced preschoolers and active grandparents.

Det nye besøkssenteret ved Torghatten
Turstien og trappene opp til fjellet Torghatten Kristoffer Møllevik / Visit Helgeland
Hullet gjennom Torghatten en ettermiddag på sommeren Kristoffer Møllevik / Visit Helgeland

If you don’t want to go all the way around, it’s nice to just walk up to the hole on the east side and look through it from there. There, you’ll find a small plateau where you get a nice view of the islands and islets in the southwest. Even though the hike is well-maintained, we recommend hiking shoes.

Trailhead on Google Maps
Hike description on UT.no

Hike to the top of Torghatten

Utsikt fra toppen av Torghatten mot Brønnøy og Brønnøysund en tidlig sommermorgen Kristoffer Møllevik / Visit Helgeland

Difficulty: Challenging. The hike to the summit is short but challenging with steep ascents and exposed sections.
Distance one way: About 1,5 kilometers
Elevation gain: About 250-meter elevation
Duration one way: 45 – 90 minutes
Trailhead: Same parking lot as for the hike going through the mountain, on the southeast side of the mountain.
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The hike to the top is short but relatively steep and somewhat airy, so it’s recommended to have sturdy hiking or mountain shoes. The journey to the summit begins gently on the beach flat at the base of the mountain. You start the ascent by a shallow chalk sand beach on the east side of the mountain.

As you progress higher, the surrounding coastal landscape unfolds. The final steep ascent might feel a bit airy, but if you’re being cautious of your surroundings, you can look forward to the magnificent panoramic view from the top.

Find accommadation, food and activities close by

Corner Hotel

Corner Hotel – Hotel in the center of Brønnøysund, a coastal town in the middle of Norway! Corner Hotel offers affordable accommodation in close proximity to Norway’s perhaps most beautiful coastal stretch. Vega world herritage area is only a 25 minute boat ride away. The motel is perfect for those who want adventure and activity when visiting Helgeland.

Hildurs Urterarium – Culinary adventures

Hildurs Urterarium is far more than a restaurant. It is a lush oasis imbued with life and personality, offering guests a respite from their busy lives and a unique dining experience shared with friends or family. Restaurant Sagastuen and the old parlour have an ambience that gives visitors a taste of bygone times.

Hildurs Urterarium – Accommodation

Stay in newly renovated and cozy rooms at Hildurs Urterarium outside Brønnøysund. Here you are met by pleasant hosts in homely and good surroundings.

Torgarhaugen Gjestegård (Guesthouse)

Torgarhaugen Gjestegård is beautifully situated at the foot of Torghatten, the legendary mountain with a hole through it. It offers rooms that are comfortable, bright and cheerful, letting in sunlight from every directions. Here you can relax and just enjoy, taking time to enjoy the tranquillity, the sight and sounds of your natural surrounding, a good cup of coffee and home-baked cake.

Stupbratt Klatreklubb – Climbing hall in Brønnøysund

Test your climbing skills, challenge yourself and each other, and reach new heights at Stupbratt Klatreklubb’s climbing hall. With over 60 routes in all difficulty levels, auto belay, a bouldering wall, and a Kilter Board, there’s something for everyone—regardless of age or experience.

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