Henningsvaer and Festvågtind Hike
Heia Henningsvaer and Festvågtind hike is a fascinating out of doors journey within the lovely area of Lofoten Islands, Norway. This picturesque hike provides breathtaking panoramic views, distinctive pure environment, and an unforgettable expertise for lovers of all ability ranges. Embark on this exhilarating journey as we delve into the highlights of this path, offering a complete glimpse into the wonders that await.
Should you’re trying to get an awesome view of Henningsvær in Lofoten and its quite a few islands interconnected by bridges, then mountaineering Heia or doing the Festvågtind hike close to Henningsvær ought to be in your Lofoten issues to do checklist!
Heia and Festvågtind begin from the identical place and each provide unimaginable views of Henningsvær. Festvågtind climbs fairly a bit increased than Heia, however with much less effort, you’ll nonetheless get unimaginable views from Heia.
There’s additionally a lake that you could stroll round for a little bit of selection too.
Tips on how to get to the Heia/Festvågtind trailhead
The Heia/Festvågtind trailhead is simply exterior of Henningsvæer in Lofoten.
The Festvagtind automobile park and Heia automobile park are on 816, Henningsværveien street and is marked as ‘Festvågtind car park‘ on Google.
You have to pay for this automobile park and there are indicators advising on the value. There are additionally tenting particulars right here too.
There’s additionally one other small and free parking area barely additional alongside the street here. Nevertheless, I’d anticipate it to be full shortly in summer season since this space is well-liked with each climbers and hikers.
Alternatively, there may be one other parking area proper earlier than Engøysundbrua (the primary bridge to Henningsvaer) which gave the impression to be free and barely bigger than the second automobile park.
For all automobile parks, you will want to stroll alongside the street for a number of hundred metres earlier than arriving on the trailhead which is simply between some timber. You’ll have the ability to see it’s the trailhead as the paths are well-worn.
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What to know earlier than mountaineering in Lofoten
AllTrails is my go-to mountaineering app for locating, planning and navigating whereas I’m out on the paths. With offline maps on AllTrails+, you may be assured you’re nonetheless heading in the right direction, even with out cellular sign.
Earlier than you go on a hike within the Lofoten Islands, ensure you take note of the next:
- At all times follow depart no hint ethics. Undecided what these are? Get a refresher here.
- Bear in mind to respect the terrain, setting, and different customers while you’re having fun with the paths.
- Comply with the three Ts—journey planning, coaching, and taking the necessities.
- Don’t depart dwelling with out your 10 necessities. They might save your life!
- Don’t stroll off the path – this damages the setting which may be very fragile and results in path closures being put in place.
- Learn up on the Lofoten Code of Conduct to minimise your impression.
Information to mountaineering Heia in Henningsvær
Heia is the best level to hike as much as and begins on the identical path as Festvågtind.
To start out you’ll must navigate your manner by way of, up and over some enormous boulders. There are faint arrows spray painted on the rocks that information you the proper manner and you may see on the bottom the place a path has been worn in.
Learn extra: What you must know earlier than your Lofoten journey.
General you simply need to head up straight by way of the center however you’ll must take a little bit of a roundabout manner to do this.
This is among the most difficult components of mountaineering Heia but additionally fairly enjoyable!
When you’ve put the boulders behind you, you’ll see a transparent path going up the bit gorge between the 2 mountains in your left and proper.
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Comply with this path because it climbs steeply uphill.
Personally, I feel this would be the subsequent Lofoten hike that will get Sherpa steps put in. You’ll be able to see the path is starting to put on away and I’m positive it’s tremendous well-liked in the summertime.
With sherpa steps, it’ll be similar to mountaineering Fløya and Reinebringen in addition to the Sherpatrappa in Tromsø!
You’ll quickly come to a cut up within the path with one path going left and the opposite going proper. Should you’re going to Heia first, take the path to the appropriate.
From right here, it’s a continued grind as much as the highest till you come out at a plateau.
At this plateau you may go proper instantly to go to the Heia viewpoint, or go straight on and luxuriate in views of Heiavatnet; the lake up right here that turns into a neighborhood’s swimming pool in the summertime!
If you’re studying to go to the perspective, observe the paths that lead over to the purpose protruding. From right here you get fairly related views to these from the highest of the Festvågtind hike solely you’ve needed to work quite a bit much less for them!
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If you’re completed at Heia, head again in the direction of the plateau with the lake.
Should you want to hike as much as Festvågtind observe the path that goes straight previous the lake (it’ll be the path forward of you for those who’re coming from Heia, or the path to your left for those who’ve simply arrived on the plateau, with the lake straight forward of you).
Comply with this path because it climbs up steeply after which take the lefthand path when it splits into two. It will be a part of you up (nearly on the high) with the Festvågtind hike detailed under.
The Festvågtind hike in Henningsvær
Should you needed to go straight to the height slightly than Heia first, take the path to the left while you get to the primary cut up within the path.
This path will take you nearer to the cliff and also you’ll proceed to climb up the mountain after which wraps across the bottom of the mountain.
It will get fairly steep right here at instances however it’s not as uncovered as a few of the different well-liked Lofoten hikes.
The path retains taking you upwards with no need to climb till you finally come out to a ridge.
From the ridge, you may take pleasure in a few of the sea views, then take a left to move in the direction of the Festvågtind summit and views of Henningsvær down under.
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There are a number of locations right here the place you must use your palms for steadiness and allow you to over some rocks.
On the summit you’ll be rewarded with these magical Henningsvær views as island after island appears to look.
It’s also possible to see over to the Norwegian mainland within the distance and Stamsund to your proper.
To return, come down the way in which you got here taking a whole lot of warning the entire manner down. The path is sort of gravelling and slippery and it’s tremendous straightforward to slide on gravel!
Stats for the Festvagtind Lofoten & Heia hike
Should you’re mountaineering as much as Heia, that is what to anticipate:
- Distance: Roughly 2.4km (somewhat longer for those who determine to hike across the lake as we did)
- Elevation: 238 m
- Length: 1 hour
- Problem: Average
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For these simply going to Festvågtind, listed below are the total particulars. Be aware that for those who’re going to Heia or Heiavatnet too then the hike will probably be longer than said under.
- Distance: 2.1 km
- Elevation: 424 m
- Length: 2 hours
- Problem: Strenuous
What to pack for mountaineering Heia and Festvågtind in Henningsvær
What to pack for this hike is dependent upon what season you’re mountaineering in.
- Take a look at my day hike packing checklist right here.
- Should you’re mountaineering in summer season you must pack sunscreen, sun shades, layers, water and bug spray in addition to every thing within the 10 necessities for mountaineering checklist.
- Right here is what to put on mountaineering in sizzling climate
- Take a look at this publish on the perfect leggings for mountaineering or what to put on mountaineering in summer season for extra particulars and my gear suggestions.
- Should you’re mountaineering in winter after the snow has began falling you’ll want microspikes on the very least. If there may be a whole lot of snow you’ll most likely want snowshoes.
- You also needs to take loads of layers together with a fleece layer, a puffy insulated jacket and a wind and waterproof outer layer. Hats and gloves are additionally vital in addition to a good backpack to maintain every thing in.
- You also needs to pack water and a few snacks too to maintain you going as they’re a part of the 10 necessities for mountaineering!
- Planning a mountaineering date? Take a look at what to put on on a mountaineering date however nonetheless look cool.
What to pack for this hike is dependent upon what season you’re mountaineering in.
- Take a look at my day hike packing checklist right here.
- Should you’re mountaineering in summer season you must pack sunscreen, sun shades, layers, water and bug spray in addition to every thing within the 10 necessities for mountaineering checklist.
- Right here is what to put on mountaineering in sizzling climate
- Take a look at this publish on the perfect leggings for mountaineering or what to put on mountaineering in summer season for extra particulars and my gear suggestions.
- Should you’re mountaineering in winter after the snow has began falling you’ll want microspikes on the very least. If there may be a whole lot of snow you’ll most likely want snowshoes.
- You also needs to take loads of layers together with a fleece layer, a puffy insulated jacket and a wind and waterproof outer layer. Hats and gloves are additionally vital in addition to a good backpack to maintain every thing in.
- You also needs to pack water and a few snacks too to maintain you going as they’re a part of the 10 necessities for mountaineering!
- Planning a mountaineering date? Take a look at what to put on on a mountaineering date however nonetheless look cool.
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Heia Henningsvaer and Festvågtind hike provides breathtaking views of the beautiful Lofoten Islands in Norway. The difficult trek rewards hikers with panoramic vistas of the encompassing mountains, fjords, and the picturesque fishing village of Henningsvaer. Not solely does this hike showcase the pure great thing about the area, however it additionally gives a real out of doors journey for lovers. Be ready for steep ascents and rocky terrain, however the unparalleled surroundings and sense of feat make this hike nicely well worth the effort.
