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The Helgeland coast and the Seven Sisters

The Seven Sisters mountain range is a stunning chain of mountain peaks, set within the gorgeous Norwegian landscape of sculptural mountains and thousands of islands.
4 min readUpdated: Feb 27, 2026By: The Fjord Tours team
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If you find mountains, islands, lakes and beaches attractive chances are good you’ll fall for the charm of Helgeland. Read about what makes the hiking trails here so great.

Land of the Midnight Sun

By visiting in the summer months, you can have the benefit of being able to hike for as long as you want and not have to start the hike at five in the morning. This is because Helgeland is located just below the Arctic Circle, which allows it to have continuous sunlight for several weeks at a time in the summer. This means you have the time to hike at your own pace and admire the beautiful surroundings for as long as you want.
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Hiking Highlights

A visit to the island of Vega

Islands may not be the first thing to come to mind when planning a hiking trip. Vega, however, in addition to offering excursions to sandy beaches and lakes, you have the possibility to experience hiking to “Trollvasstind” - a mountain that rises 800 meters over sea level.

The Highest Mountain Top

Oksskolten (”the bull’s head”)
Standing at 1916 MAMSL, the “head of the bull” proudly rises above anything else in Northern Norway and poses a challenge for the experienced hiker ready to spend half a day hiking in tough terrain for the reward of some spectacular views!
Hikers ascending grassy, rocky hillside overlooking coastal landscape with islands and sandy beaches.

Unprecedented Beauty

While hiking throughout Helgeland, you will experience almost every kind of nature scenery possible. Not only do the various hiking trails go right beside shimmering lakes, but they also pass by fields of flowers, flowing streams and waterfalls, towering mountains, outstretching coastline, and more. So whatever scenery you like, chances are the Helgeland hiking trails have them. All of this and more is what makes the various hiking trails in Helgeland the perfect option for any traveler. See what else hiking in Norway offers!
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The Seven Sisters Mountain peaks

The Seven Sisters are a mountain range stretching over 10 km, and it’s one of Norway’s most popular hiking destinations – so if you’re visiting Norway hoping to explore the mountaineering and hiking the country is known for, you’re in luck!
Known in Norwegian as ‘De Syv Søstre’, the mountain range includes seven mountain peaks:
  • Botnkrona at 1,072 meters
  • Grytfoten at 1,019 meters
  • Skjæringen at 1,037 metres
  • Tvillingene (The Twins) at 945 and 980 meters
  • Kvasstinden at 1,010 metres
  • Breitinden at 910 meters
Botnkrona, the highest of the Seven Sisters, offers the most extensive panoramic view. From the top of the mountain peak, you’ll be treated to a stunning view of the Vega Archipelago, Mount Torghatten, and the hills of Trøndelag. To the east, you’ll see the Oksskolten mountain, which is the highest mountain peak in the north of Norway. On the northern side, the splendid Svartisen glacier will be visible, and on sunny days, you can also see the Lofoten mountains in the distance.
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Hiking the Seven Sisters

Hiking the Seven Sisters is suitable for reasonably experienced hikers. The Seven Sisters may not be the best option for families or people that are relatively new to hiking, as these are fairly challenging hikes best suited to fit adults. The entire hiking trip can take between 10-15 hours depending on your experience and fitness level. The climb to each mountaintop can be challenging, but when you’ve reached the peak, you’ll receive an instant reward in the stunning panoramic view of the fjord landscape surrounding you.
Completing the hike of all seven peaks of the Seven Sisters is a challenge taken on by both local hikers and travelers to Norway. You can get a detailed description of the hiking routes at the local tourist information office, and in fact, anyone who manages to complete the hike of all seven peaks is awarded a special certificate for their efforts.
Offering stunning views of the spectacular Helgeland Coast, the Seven Sisters are an unmissable attraction for those interested in nature or photography.
Hiking in the mountains in the Helgeland coast offers amazing view of the ocean and surrounding mountains.

The Helgeland coast and Helgeland

The Helgeland coastline is the longest stretch among the 18 national tourist roads in Norway. From mountain peaks and cascading glaciers to the archipelago and lush coasts. The Helgeland Coast is a journey of contrasts, where you will experience close contact with the coast, glaciers, and a beautiful cultural landscape with a lot of history. 
Helgeland has a wide range of natural attractions and activities. Here you´ll find Norway’s second-largest glacier Svartisen, which has 60 glacier tongues and covers a full 370 km2. At just 20 m above sea level, it is the lowest glacier in mainland Europe, making it easily accessible for hikes and nature-based experiences.
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All hiking activities

Getting amazing view over the UNESCO Nærøyfjord on the hike to Rimstigen
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UNESCO Nærøyfjord hike
Multiple locations • 7 hr
From 3350NOK
21 May - 31 October
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Postal road hike
Multiple locations • 6 hr
From 4450NOK
15 May - 25 September
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Snowshoe hike to Stegastein viewpoint
Flåm • 2 hr 30 min
From 950NOK
26 December - 31 March
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Classic Trolltunga hike
Multiple locations • 10 hr
From 1750NOK
1 May - 30 September
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Snowshoe hiking at Hanguren in Voss
Voss • 5 hr
From 3190NOK
12 December - 20 April
Aerial view of green island with marinas, red roofs, boats, and city across fjord under blue sky.
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Island hopping in Oslo
Oslo • 4 hr 30 min
From 660NOK
6 March - 31 December
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Nærøydalen Heritage Trail
Multiple locations • 5 hr
From 3350NOK
15 May - 31 October
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Waterfall walk and Norwegian Fjord Centre in Geiranger
Geiranger • 2 hr
From 690NOK
Available all year
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Guided viking trail hiking in Voss
Voss • 6 hr
From 3190NOK
15 May - 31 October
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Guided hiking trip to Kiellandbu from Voss
Voss • 7 hr
From 3190NOK
10 June - 31 October
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Kayak and hike in Ålesund
Ålesund • 6 hr
From 1649NOK
15 May - 13 September
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Hiking trip in Oslo - Discover the Magic of Norwegian Forest
Oslo • 3 hr 30 min
From 1022NOK
Available all year
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Romsdalseggen - Guided hike
Åndalsnes • 6 hr
From 1625NOK
1 July - 30 September
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Snowshoe hike and viking dinner in Flåm
Flåm • 2 hr 30 min
From 1550NOK
26 December - 31 March
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Trollstigen & hike to the Bispe lake
Åndalsnes • 4 hr
From 1200NOK
15 July - 30 September
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Dronningstien guided hike
Multiple locations • 8 hr
From 1800NOK
3 January - 1 November
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Winter tour to Trolltunga
Multiple locations • 10 hr
From 1850NOK
14 November - 30 April
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Glamping at Trolltunga
Multiple locations • 1 day 4 hr
From 4400NOK
1 May - 1 December
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Snowshoe hiking Raundalen in Voss
Voss • 7 hr
From 3190NOK
1 December - 20 April
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Lysefjord cruise and hike to Preikestolen
Stavanger • 12 hr
From 1520NOK
1 May - 30 September

Life in the arctic

Get to know the arctic region and be inspired to plan your next arctic adventure!
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Norway’s Arctic Climate
Norway’s Arctic is one of the most astounding places on the planet. From the vast untouched snowy landscape, to the breathtaking Aurora Borealis, to the unique wildlife, the Arctic is truly something incredible. Unfortunately, climate change is having a devastating impact on Arctic regions worldwide. If change doesn’t occur rapidly to repair the damage that has already been done, the results will be devastating for Arctic regions as well as the rest of the world.
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Animals in the arctic
It should come as no surprise that the Arctic region is one of the toughest places on earth for wildlife to live. Humans have been able to adapt fairly well to living in this part of the world due to the ability to wear clothing and reside in heated structures throughout the majority of the winter. However, for the animals that are forced to stay outside and venture through the Norwegian fjords and other areas of the Arctic, the climate is much more inhospitable.
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How to have the ultimate arctic adventure
When you book a trip to somewhere adventurous like the Arctic, you want to make sure that every second of the journey is packed with as much excitement as possible. But in order to do this, you need to know a variety of things about your destination such as where to sleep, what to do, and what to eat while you are there.
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The Arctic Circle
Sitting at Earth’s most northerly latitudes, you can think of the Arctic as the planet’s hat. The main focus of this area is, of course, the North Pole, however there is so much more to it than that. Surrounding the North Pole is the Arctic Circle which stretches out into different countries, forming a line around the top of the Earth. Let’s take a closer look at this fascinating part of the world.
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The Svalbard Global Seed Vault
Is Svalbard worth visiting? In a word, yes! Svalbard has fascinated travelers for a long time. The Norwegian archipelago lies just below the North Pole and is one of the world’s northernmost inhabited areas with almost 3,000 residents. In Svalbard you will also find a fascinating building; The Svalbard Global Seed Vault.
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Life in the Arctic
The majority of people who have not gone on a Norwegian cruise have likely never seen the Arctic in person. Therefore, when they picture locals living there, what might come to mind is the image of people wrapped in massive puffy winter jackets all year round and walking through roads that are covered in several feet of snow and ice.
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Land of the Midnight Sun
Imagine this: It's midnight, and the sun is still shining. No sunset. No darkness. Just endless golden light over Norwegian fjords and mountains. This is why Norway is called the "land of the midnight sun" – a natural phenomenon where the sun never sets for weeks or even months in the north. Here's everything you need to know to experience it yourself.
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Why does the sun not rise in the winter?
There are basically two different kinds of people in the world when it comes to sunlight. Some are classified as “morning people,” which means that they absolutely love to wake up early in the morning to the warm glow of sunlight. On the flip side of the coin, their counterparts are known as “night owls,” which means that they actually prefer the evening when the sun is on its way down.