Hamarøyskaftet is a mountain in Hamarøy Municipality in Nordland county, Norway. The 612-metre (2,008 ft) mountain is a characteristic landmark of the region.

Is not the highest mountain in the area, but it is certanly the most eye-catching and spectacular. The road to the mountain goes through an untouched rural area. The approach takes you through a thick forest wich gives way to sheep pastures and further on the rocky flancs of Hamarøyskaftet, wich stand in sharp contrast to the green and fértiles landscape surrounding it.

The normal route to the peak is described as technically easy, with some exposed parts.

This makes Hamarøyskaftet a climb that isn´t exclusively reserved for climbers, anyone in decent shape can climb to the top, preferebly in the company of a cualificated mountainguide.

From the top of the mountain you have spectacular views, especially over the Lofoten islands on the other side of Vestfjorden.

Gear


  • Bring your own hiking/ trekking shoes.

  • Personal clothing: be prepared for wind and rain.

  • Gloves and a warm cap.

  • Day pack (mmax 30 l).

  • Trekking sticks / poles.

  • Snacks for a long day.

  • Camera.

  • We will provide you the harnes and Helmet if you don´t have. and the climbing gear.

Getting There


The closest large towns are Narvik to the North, and Bodø to the south.
From Narvik drive South on E6 until reaching Skarberget, there take a ferry to Bognes, follow the E6 towards Presteid/ Oppeid. 12km southwest of Oppeid on road 81 you will come to a junction with the sign Hamarøyskaftet, turn right there and continue another kilometre to a car park and an information sign for the mountain.

(20 NOK for the car parking).

From Bodø, access E6 and drive north to Ulsvåg there take the road 81 towards Presteid/ Oppeid, 12km southwest of Oppeid on road 81 you will come to a junction with the sign Hamarøyskaftet, turn right there and continue another kilometre to a car park and an information sign for the mountain.

(20 NOK for the car parking).

When To Climb


  • July-August.

  • Price 2.500 NOK per person.

  • Min 2 people, max 4 people.


To buy or other cuestion, contact us

  • Activity hours

    6 h

  • When

    July/August

  • Certified mountainguide

    Included

  • Price

    2.500 NOK per person

  • Customized Trip

    Avalaible



Medium

Level

Be used to do some hikes

Country

Norway

Where

Hamarøy

When

July/August

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