Chalky white sand, iridescent green fields and turquoise seas beneath the wild mountains of the Lofoten Islands. Come on a hike, and enjoy the spectacular views.
Chalky white sand, iridescent green fields and turquoise seas beneath the wild mountains of the Lofoten Islands. Come on a hike, and enjoy the spectacular views.
This tour takes you to two of Lofoten’s best beaches: Hauklandstranda, which Lonely Planet has named the finest beach in Europe, and Uttakleiva, which many consider Norway’s most romantic beach with its combination of fine sand and large rocks.
The route is mostly along an old forest path and good gravel paths, although there are a few short sections on the way down that are slightly more challenging. Wear comfortable shoes and warm clothes, and bring something to drink.
At Hauklandstranda, there is a modern visitor center with a café and facilities for guests. Please note, however, that the visitor center will be closed during our visit. The beaches lie at the edge of the open sea in tiny villages with only a handful of inhabitants. The bus ride takes you through the beautiful Lofoten landscape before you continue on foot over a low mountain pass between the two beaches. The walk between the beaches follows a clear trail and takes about 30–40 minutes at a relaxed pace. Here you’ll enjoy iconic views in all directions and plenty of photo opportunities, ensuring pictures of some of Norway’s most photographed beaches.
The colors are Caribbean, with white sand and tempting turquoise water, but with the Arctic Ocean just around the corner, the water temperature means that only the bravest take a dip.
In the first half of April, it should be expected that it will be dark towards the end of the tour. We recommend dressing according to the weather and using sturdy hiking shoes with good grip. Weather in Lofoten can change rapidly, and the hike takes place in varying conditions such as wind, rain, fog, and colder temperatures. Even on days with sunshine in lower areas, it can be significantly colder and more exposed to wind at higher elevations, and conditions can also be the opposite, with more stable weather in the mountains than down by the coast. The terrain can be wet, muddy, rocky, and slippery, so we recommend practical and comfortable clothing suitable for mountain hiking. Windproof and waterproof outer layers are recommended for the best possible experience. As we say in Norway: “there is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing.”
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