Branntuva
This hike takes you through a rather wild part of Moskenesøya island. Along the way, you'll enjoy lovely views of Selfjorden, lake Fageråvatnet and the impressive cliffs all around. Once at the top, you'll be rewarded with a magnificent view of Horseid beach and the surrounding peaks.
The first part of the hike follows a good path. On the other hand, the second part (a good third of the hike) is completely off-piste, but not really difficult if you avoid the scree slopes. However, don't underestimate the length of the hike, as the trail can be demanding. You'll have to go up and down a lot, over big rocks and through bushes, and the ground can be slippery.
More details on the hike
Park at the end of the road along Selfjorden fjord. The first two kilometers of the trail are almost flat. You skirt around Stormarkpollen Bay, passing through a very swampy area (it gets more pleasant later!). Then it's uphill to lake Fageråvatnet, through a birch forest, with great views all around. The path runs along the lake through lush vegetation. The slope then becomes quite steep until you reach the pass. From here, there is no further path to the summit. Head northwest up the mountainside and plan your route to pass just below the large scree slopes at the foot of Branntuva. The final climb is quite steep, so avoid the scree as much as possible. It is possible to bypass almost all of them to limit the effort. From the summit, admire the magnificent views over this wild part of the island, including Horseid beach.
Return by the same route.
MY RATING :
➡️ Hiking parameters
➡️ Hiking parameters
➡️ Hiking parameters
REMARKS
There are several great places to pitch a tent along the way if necessary, especially at the pass just before the off-trail section or on the north shore of Lake Fageråvatnet. There is plenty of water everywhere, so don't worry about that.
You can also combine this hike with the Tverrfjellet hike, as a good part of the route is already covered.
REMARKS
There are several great places to pitch a tent along the way if necessary, especially at the pass just before the off-trail section or on the north shore of Lake Fageråvatnet. There is plenty of water everywhere, so don't worry about that.
You can also combine this hike with the Tverrfjellet hike, as a good part of the route is already covered.
Branntuva
More details on the hike
Park at the end of the road along Selfjorden fjord. The first two kilometers of the trail are almost flat. You skirt around Stormarkpollen Bay, passing through a very swampy area (it gets more pleasant later!). Then it's uphill to lake Fageråvatnet, through a birch forest, with great views all around. The path runs along the lake through lush vegetation. The slope then becomes quite steep until you reach the pass. From here, there is no further path to the summit. Head northwest up the mountainside and plan your route to pass just below the large scree slopes at the foot of Branntuva. The final climb is quite steep, so avoid the scree as much as possible. It is possible to bypass almost all of them to limit the effort. From the summit, admire the magnificent views over this wild part of the island, including Horseid beach.
Return by the same route.
Slideshow
Stormarkpollen bay and Tverfjellet summit (490 m)
Branntuva summit, center left
Waterfall and Fageråvatnet lake
Branntuva (701 m) and Brasråstindan (857 m)
Wild camping on the pass between Markan and Nonstinden
Fageråvatnet lake from the pass
Branntuva under the clouds
Ulstinden and Kitinden peaks, Fageråvatnet lake
Clouds dissipate shortly after sunset
Kråkhammartinden summit (713 m) at dawn
Lake Solbjørnvatnet
Towards Branntuva
Branntuva, Brasråstindan, Ulstinden and Kitinden peaks
Lake Fageråvatnet
Horseid beach from Branntuva summit
Summit of Brasråstindan
Brasråstindan cliffs
Horseid beach
Horseid beach
Stormarkpollen Bay and Selfjorden
Fageråvatnet lake from the summit
Fageråvatnet lake on the way down
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