Out and back to Møysalen

Routes

Hiking trails & Routes

Norway

Nordland

Hadsel

Out and back to Møysalen

Hard

5.0

(3)

hikers

Out and back to Møysalen

11:38

24.3km

1,380m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 22, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 5.65 km for 1.50 km

After 7.34 km for 481 m

After 8.26 km for 200 m

After 8.63 km for 7.13 km

After 15.9 km for 200 m

After 16.6 km for 481 m

After 17.2 km for 1.50 km

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.18 km

View of the Fjord

Highlight • Viewpoint

The way there is arduous, but the view rewards you for it.

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5.43 km

Small jetty near Gammelgården

Highlight • Structure

A lovely, peaceful spot on the Lonkanfjorden. Perfect for a short break.

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10.8 km

Møysalen Glacier

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Here you have a superb vantage point from which to admire the Møysalen glacier and Lake Øvre Møysalvatnet. The view is spectacular, as is the terrain, so enjoy it while remaining cautious.

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12.0 km

Møysalen

Highlight • Summit

Møysalen is the highest point in the Lofoten and Vesterålen islands. It rises to an altitude of 1,262 meters. This location and its natural setting led to the creation of …

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24.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.4 km

10.4 km

2.42 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.4 km