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norway
Ski touring
in the Lofoten islands
300km north of the actic circle

Ski touring in norway

surrounded by great landscapes...

Located 300km north of the Arctic circle, this 500km² archipelago is a collection of mountainous islands. Imagine Chamonix's Aiguilles emerging from the ocean! Between blue and black seabeds with peaks peaking between 700m and 1085m, we go up the massifs from a camp based on the coast.
ski touring in norway
hennigsvær
your place of residence
From this fishing port brimming with boats and wooden houses, Henningsvaer is the resort for this quality trip. With its brightly-coloured houses on stilts, this haven of peace adds a special flavour to your trip!

There's no shortage of activities in the great outdoors: jagged peaks, fjords, Northern Lights and sea eagle spotting all add up to a unique and atypical setting where snow and ski slopes are one and the same.
ski touring in norway
what about the snow?
NIVOLOGICAL AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
It's in March and April that the days are long enough to enjoy day-long hikes.

The amount of snow is often substantial and the quality of the snow generally remains powdery, while the temperatures become pleasant.

But, because of the location, you need to be prepared for snowstorms, wind, sun and moments of fullness... The weather changes quickly, and that's no myth!
STAY IN NORWAY
cross-country skiing
8 days
in the Lofoten Islands
IN A SMALL GROUP
Head off to Norway and discover the wilderness on a variety of itineraries with an alpine ski instructor or mountain guide.
From level :
HIKE 2 / DESCENT 3
(see LEVEL page ).
Period:
From mid-March to April 2024
Group:
4 to 5 people
Price per person :
From €2,500 excluding airfare
Contact us
itinerary
Norwegian travel
1
Day 1:
Departure from your local airport / Oslo / Svolvaer Helle airports.
Transfer by minibus to Henningsvaer (30-minute journey).
Settle into a fisherman's cottage, followed by dinner.
2
DAY 2: pilan-sautind
Let's start with a short outing to check the weather conditions. First ascent of the Col du Pilan (700 metres altitude). 200 metres of descent before another ascent to Sautind, located between two inlets.
Duration: 3h30 to 4h30
Altitudegain: 1100 metres.
3
DAY 3: East-West Varden
This outing takes you between the two opposing valleys of the Varden. From Oldenfjorden, the climb on the west side leads to the pass (700 metres high), then the descent on the east side takes you to lake Stor-Kongsvatnet .On the way back, the other valley, called Stordind, offers another route to the fjord.
Duration: 4 to 5 hours.
Elevation gain: 1150 metres.
4
DAY 4: Rundjellet
The Rundjellet summit is 803 metres high. It offers a 360° vision on the valley and many different itineraries. From Storvassbotnen, you will ski to the top, where the view is breathtaking. After this first ascent, a second ascent will lead you to the col (400 meters high) where you can ski down on the Nothern side on fresh powder snow.
Timeframe: 4 hours to 4.30 hours
Total ascent: 1200 meters.
5
5th DAY: Himmeltindane
After an hour-long ride, we will get to the Western side of the Lofoten Islands. The contrast is striking with the Eastern side as the plains and farmers make the most of the scenery. The level of this outing is not difficult and will leave you time to admire the view on the ocean. This outing ends near a sand beach.
Timeframe: 3.30 to 4 hours
Total ascent: 931 meters.
6
6th DAY: Geitgaljetind
Geitgaljetind is one of the most famous summits of Lofoten (1085 metres high). It is the highest summit which combines a circular itinerary. This outing is more technical than the previous ones.
This outing will take you to a spectacular fjord. Minibus transportation back to the hotel after a walk through the forest skis off.
A different itinerary with a 400-meter ascent is possible before the ascent to the col.
Timeframe: 5.30 to 6 hours
Total ascent: 1000 meters.
7
7th DAY: Torksmanenn / Breitind
Those summits are in the middle of a circular itinerary.
This itinerary combines different landscapes and activities.
Timeframe: 4.30 to 5 hours
Total ascent: 1300 meters
8
8th DAY:
Flight back in the morning.
Included
  • Hotel: 7 nights in a dormitory or a private room in a lodge.
  • Full board (local cuisine): breakfast, lunch and dinner.
  • Transportation airport-lodge.
  • Minibus transportation all week-long.
  • A certified ski instructor or certified mountain guide (UIAGM).
  • Safety gear (airbag, DVA, probe, shovel).
Not-included
  • Plane tickets and luggage possible taxes.
  • Personal and travel insurances.
  • Snacks and beverages.
  • Personal gear.
  • The fare for single rooms in the hotel.
  • Tips
  • Police and sanitary fees.