The locals refer to it as “The National Mountain of the People of Rana.” This distinctive peak is visible from large parts of Rana and offers a fantastic view of the sea, island mountains, and the Svartisen Glacier.

Trail information

Difficulty level: Challenging

One-way distance: 10 km

Elevation gain one way: 1276 m

Estimated time one way: 5-6 hours

Starting point: View the starting point on Google Maps

Høgtuva is especially worth visiting on a clear weather day. If you drive into Rauvassdalen, towards Melfjordbotn, you will reach the base of the mountain Høgtuva. Here, you will be rewarded with an impressive view of the sea, island peaks, and the Svartisen Glacier. The hike up takes approximately 3-3.5 hours at a steady pace. Follow the ridge up and ski down the snow-filled, wide couloir for a fantastic descent.

Always check the weather forecast and avalanche forecast before embarking on a summit trip.

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