357 m away
Kvænan on Senja Islands
The highest mountain on Senja guarded by its petrified trolls
Difficult Ski Touring
- Distance
- 6.5 km
- Ascent
- 938 m
- Descent
- 938 m
Senja - Kvaenan glorious tour
Kvaenan Peak is a prominent mountain summit located on the island of Senja in Norway. Rising to an elevation of 964 meters (3,163 feet)
Ski Touring Difficult
- Distance
- 6.6 km
- Ascent
- 909 m
- Descent
- 892 m
- Duration
- 3-4 hrs
- Low Point
- 46 m
- High Point
- 893 m
- Gradient
- 41˚
Kvaenan Peak, standing at 964 meters (3,163 feet) on the island of Senja in Norway, offers an exhilarating experience for skitouring enthusiasts. With its rugged terrain and captivating vistas, it provides a thrilling ascent for backcountry skiers. The route to the summit presents a challenging yet rewarding journey, characterized by steep slopes and breathtaking panoramas of the surrounding fjords and mountains. Skitouring on Kvaenan Peak offers an unforgettable adventure in the pristine wilderness of Senja, making it a sought-after destination for those seeking adrenaline-fueled winter escapades.
Difficulty
Difficult
Serious gradient of 30-38 degrees where a real risk of slipping exists.
Medium Exposure (E2)
As well as the slope itself, there are some obstacles (such as rock outcrops) which could aggravate injury.
Remoteness
Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.
Best time to visit
Features
- Bowl
- Tree Skiing
- Single Descent
- Ski Mountaineering
Equipment required
- Rope
- Skins
- Ice axe
- Crampons
Similar routes nearby
9.5 km away
Høgstakktinden - Breitinden traverse
A spectacular Senja mini adventure accessed by boat
Difficult Ski Touring
- Distance
- 7 km
- Ascent
- 968 m
- Descent
- 969 m
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