Håheia (Håen) Peak – Col Between Hornet and Håheia loop from Sørland

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Norway

Nordland

Værøy

Håheia (Håen) Peak – Col Between Hornet and Håheia loop from Sørland

Hard

4.8

(8)

hikers

Håheia (Håen) Peak – Col Between Hornet and Håheia loop from Sørland

06:26

16.9km

750m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

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Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 4.25 km for 392 m

After 7.29 km for 1.80 km

After 9.14 km for 2.11 km

After 11.4 km for 216 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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4.73 km

Beautiful views towards Sørland

Highlight • Viewpoint

On the way to Håheia, you're treated to superb views of Sørland, Mosken and the east part of Lofotodden. Amazingly, people used to catch eagles with their bare hands and …

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6.44 km

Håheia (Håen) Peak

Highlight • Summit

Værøys viewpoint. You can cycle or hike up here!

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8.43 km

Awe-inspiring views await on the Håheia ridge. The land falls away steeply to the west, with nothing but ocean beyond, giving it a real edge of the world feel. The mountain and coast scenery is classic Lofoten, absolutely stunning.

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9.06 km

Col Between Hornet and Håheia

Highlight • Mountain Pass

This gorgeous spot is the col between the peaks of Hornet and Håheia. The latter is a popular hiking objective on Værøy, suitable for all ages and providing knockout views.

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9.41 km

Hornet

Peak

10.7 km

Gjerdheia

Peak

11.5 km

View of Nordlandsnupen and the Sea from Værøy

Highlight • Viewpoint

If you cannot hike the Nordlandsnupen up to the peak, this is a beautiful half way stop to enjoy a simultaneous view to north and south of the island, sit in the grass and perhaps enjoy a picnic.

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