Routes in Nordland for selected grade

The traverse of the Gimsøy skyline is a fine tour for running/hiking in the summer. Begin via the Storknubben hiking trail then from the Summit continue East along the U-shaped ridges before eventually descending via NW slope of Skjolden. There are a couple of short technical sections which slow things down. Allow a half day for hiking or 3/4 hours for running.

A GPX file and photos available here: https://www.strava.com/activities/4016851045

A rarely visited summit with panoramic views. It´s a fun scramble and a nice rest day option during high season.

Approach via the Festvåg hiking track, taking an obvious NE trail just below the Festvåg summit block down to Festvågtinden/Budalstinden col (68.1802736, 14.2318267). From here, a faint trail leads up then roughly follows the ridge over to the summit block. Allow 2-3hrs return.

It´s also possible to continue East along the ridge to Kvandalstinden. Ropes recommended for one short section of slab (around N4 but awkward to reverse).

Descend by reversing the route.

Scramble trough big boulders to reach the summit.