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Glomtinden

Lofoten

Easy hike with views to Vågakallen and kabelvåg

Hiking Easy

Distance
7 km
Ascent
439 m
Descent
440 m
Duration
2-3 hrs
Low Point
6 m
High Point
343 m
Gradient
13˚
Glomtinden Map

This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be easy. It's not remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done between April and September. From a low point of 6 m to the maximum altitude of 343 m, the route covers 7 km, 439 vertical metres of ascent and 440 vertical metres of descent.

Description

Very easy hike with visible track until the top, last 20 m are quite steep but easy too and not really exposed. Everybody with a regular physical condition could do it.

Difficulty

Easy

Walking along a well-kept trail that’s mostly flat. No obstacles are present.

Medium Exposure

2 out of 4

The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.

Remoteness

1 out of 4

Close to help in case of emergency.

Best time to visit

between April and September

Features

  • Picturesque
  • Summit Hike
  • Dog friendly
  • Wild flowers
  • Family friendly
  • Forestry or heavy vegetation