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Utsikten

Utsikten

This easy family walk offers views of the village of Hamn on the island of Senja in Norway. Utsikten, which means "the view," is a promontory that offers spectacular panoramic sights of the hamlet below, the Bergsfjorden, and the countless small islands of Bergsøyan.

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Remarks

Best time to go: May to October on average. See the Norway FAQ for more details.

Possible extension: Those who wish to continue can check out the hike to the summit of Sukkertoppen, which offers even more spectacular views.

Difficulties of the hike

The well-maintained and clearly marked trail presents no difficulty. After a short, 15-minute climb through the forest, a sign will invite you to turn left toward the Utsikten viewpoint.

What you'll love

  • A splendid view of the Hamn hamlet and the numerous small islets scattered around the fjord.
  • A family-friendly walk accessible to walkers of all levels.
MY RATING :
Activity: Hiking
Difficulty: Very easyiDifficulty levels explained here:
➡️ Hiking parameters
Average duration: 1 hiFind out how we calculate the duration here:
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Length: 1.4 km
Type of route: Out and back
Elevation gain: 150 m
Maximum altitude: 120 m
Vertiginous: NoiVertiginous levels explained here:
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Marked: Yes
Popularity: Low
Region: Senja
Start point: 69.41263, 17.15366

REMARKS

Best time to go: May to October on average. See the Norway FAQ for more details.

Possible extension: Those who wish to continue can check out the hike to the summit of Sukkertoppen, which offers even more spectacular views.

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GPX
Trajet voiture

DIRECTIONS

Difficulties of the hike

The well-maintained and clearly marked trail presents no difficulty. After a short, 15-minute climb through the forest, a sign will invite you to turn left toward the Utsikten viewpoint.

What you'll love

  • A splendid view of the Hamn hamlet and the numerous small islets scattered around the fjord.
  • A family-friendly walk accessible to walkers of all levels.
Utsikten

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