Hiking to Geitgallien

Difficulty 5

Austvågøya

5 to 7 hrs

10 km

1116 m

1094 m

Vågan - 1:50 000

Until end of Jully

Type of hike :

Go back

Trail visibility :

Mauvaise, Inexistante

Departure/Arrival :

When coming from Svolvaer on the road E10, drive to the village of Laupstad and cross it, then take the direction of Liland. Near the place called "Skinvollen", you will find an abandoned store, on the right hand side of it, you will reach a red-painted barrier, the path starts on the other side.

GPS point(s) :

Start/finish : N68 20.944 E14 44.668 Rocky edge : N68 20.920 E14 47.747 Pass on the top of the last scree : N68 20.730 E14 48.777 Summit : N68 20.662 E14 48.786

Description

Geitgallien is the second highest peak in the Lofoten islands after Higravtindan which is only 61 m higher! But apart from this record altitude it is nevertheless one of the most beautiful peaks in the Lofoten archipelago. Combining an alpine landscape with fantastic views over one of the most rugged regions of the islands. Experience of mountain hiking and good weather conditions are indispensable if you are to reach the top safely.

More information about this hike...

You can read the detailed description of this hike (as well as 59 other hike descriptions), enjoy hundreds of photos, maps and practical information on the paper guidebook Hiking the LOFOTEN ISLANDS.
You'll find the guidebook on , as well as at the following bookstores, for 24,07£ (not including shipping).

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Slideshow

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