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Epic Mountain Adventures in Helgeland

Discover some of Norway’s Most Breathtaking Hikes – Just a Flight Away

✈️ Fly & Hike – Mountain Magic Starts at the Airport

Helgeland offers top-tier mountain hikes that are easier to reach than you might think. With Widerøe flying into Brønnøysund, Sandnessjøen, Mosjøen, and Mo i Rana, you can step off the plane and hit the trail within minutes.

Whether it’s a weekend getaway or a few days off, you can conquer iconic peaks and experience views you'll never forget.

View over the 7 sisters from Dønnamannen.

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Terje Rakke

View of the Seven Sisters in Helgeland after hiking Dønnamannen.

🏔️ Torghatten – The Mountain with a Hole

This legendary mountain near Brønnøysund is famous for the massive hole right through its center – 160 meters long, 20 meters wide, and 35 meters high.

  • Distance from Brønnøysund Airport: 14 km
  • Transport: Taxi, rental car, or bicycle
  • Hiking Difficulty: Easy to moderate; trail to summit is more demanding

👉 Don’t miss the view from inside the iconic hole!

🛖 Rabothytta – Norway’s Most Scenic Mountain Lodge?

Perched at 1,200 m.a.s.l. and designed by award-winning architects Jarmund & Vigsnæs, Rabothytta is more than just a place to sleep – it’s a destination.

  • Beds: 30 (Book online)
  • Architectural gem + stunning panoramic views
  • Hike Duration: 1.5–2 hours up, slightly shorter down
Rabothytta is one of Turistforeningens cabins 1200 meters above sealevel.

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Fabrice Milichau / Helgeland Reiseliv

Rabothytta is the Norwegian Trekking Association’s 500th cabin, located 1,200 meters above sea level.

🏞️ The Seven Sisters – Take 1, 2, or all 7!

Each of the Seven Sisters offers jaw-dropping 360° views. Choose one, two, or challenge yourself with all seven (record time: 3h 43m!).

  • Start Point: Søvik, just minutes from Sandnessjøen Airport
  • Recommended Easy Hike: Vettfjellet (235 m)
  • Pro Tip: After hiking, view the Sisters from afar – from Dønna or Herøy by bike or boat

📸 Don’t forget to charge your phone – the views are Insta-worthy!

Basecamp Spitsbergen

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Kirsti Puro

Hiker overlooking the Seven Sisters mountain range.

🧗 Via Ferrata Mosjøen – Norway’s Northernmost Climbing Trail

Experience a thrill like no other on Øyfjellet’s Via Ferrata, a 400-meter steel cable route climbing 600 meters up with ladders, bridges, and epic views.

• Age Limit: 12+

• Fitness Level: Moderate

• Safety Gear: Provided by guides

• Bonus: Take a Zipline straight into Mosjøen town center!

✈️ Just 5,7 km from Mosjøen Airport to the trailhead – quick and easy access.

Via Ferrata in Mosjøen

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Cato Ravassbakk

Climber on Via Ferrata Helgeland.

🌄 Why Helgeland?

  • Direct flights to scenic nature
  • World-class hikes  
  • Spectacular scenary