Reinebringen – Moskenesøya

1,987 steps to the top. These were created by Sherpas☝️. Goes up extremely steep. It's not for everyone 😜. Many had problems (no railing, not to hold on to) due to a lack of head for heights/fear of heights.

Today we went to the Reinebringen, the local mountain of the fishing village of Reine at the southern end of the Lofoten. Unfortunately, we only had limited visibility. But for local conditions we could be glad that it neither rained nor stormed or even snowed. We wouldn't have gotten cold, because 460 meters in altitude over just 1.5 km "heated up" well.

Today I visited what is probably the most famous hiking destination in the Lofoten Islands, Reinebringen near the fishing village of Reine. I also tried out public transport for the first time, taking a scenic bus. It was much more relaxing than having to search for a parking space in the overcrowded village. The only downside is that the bus only runs every three hours. About the hike: after exploring the fishing village with its idyllic harbor, I set off on the ascent. This involves climbing almost 2,000 steps. It should be noted that some steps are as high as three steps. In any case, these stairs cover a good 400 meters in elevation. Shade is only available in the lower section. This climb is one of the most strenuous things I can remember. The view more than makes up for it. Note: the steps were neither slippery nor loose, so I could walk fairly safely. However, beyond the steps, the descent is mostly very steep. There are no steps for the last few meters. The path becomes much more alpine. The bone-dry ground was very slippery. Sturdy footwear is a must at this point.

Getting up early was worth it, because we are on the mountain ahead of the large crowds of tourists. The breathtaking view from the top must be earned; The staircase on the Reinebringen has 1978 steps.

We started the hike from the old car park directly after the tunnel towards A. Unfortunately, it was blocked with stones, so we split up. Parking from the public park in Reine costs 4€/h (44 NOK). The climb is steep compared to some reviews, but there are no exposed areas. The steps are very wide and offer enough space for oncoming hikers. The hike can also be done well with children, provided that around 1500 steps are not a problem. Once you reach the top, there is a great panorama (Reineblick). Have fun hiking.

One of the hotspot tours in the Lofoten Islands, with arguably the most famous summit view in the entire region. A technically undemanding tour, but thanks to the absolutely fantastic weather, it was quite a sweaty climb today. Who would have expected a heat wave in Northern Norway? Today's high was 25 degrees! From the cute little town of Reine, the route initially follows a short path before a signpost points to the summit. Getting there early is essential! It was incredible how many hikers had climbed this rocky peak throughout the day. This is precisely why the entire ascent was constructed with stone steps! There are almost 2,000 steps to climb to the summit, which is quite a challenge for your fitness. But the view from above of Reine and the surrounding mountains is breathtaking and worth every effort! I'll just let the photos speak for themselves. We finally returned to Reine on the same route. After a short break, I continued on a photo safari through the town and the neighboring Hamnøy, so that today I managed to walk a good 25 km.

Technically easy path - impossible to get lost because the path is completely covered in steps (what a masterpiece). But I don't want to experience the queues in the season. Danger points: Without fitness, trained thighs and good knees, the round can quickly become a torture. You wouldn't believe how many people I overtook and I just walked quickly - well, ... going down was very fast. But I'm also a good walker and fit, although I'm not a mountain goat, but a so-called flatland Tyrolean. The height of the steps can be unpleasant for smaller people. Over about 600m the gradient is 40-55% throughout, which is steep. Warning: Rain, wind, heat, fog, frost, snow can make the essentially short path (about 1km) really dangerous. The steps have made the path much safer, but new and different dangers have arisen. So: It's not a Sunday stroll. From the Ah-Oh viewpoint at the top you should be particularly careful. If you want to go further up (left or right), you should only do so if you are sure-footed and have a head for heights. I didn't. It was wet, muddy and windy and the view is hard to beat. Show responsibility for yourself and others! Don't do it if the external conditions aren't good! If in doubt, someone has to rescue or recover you and risk their own backside to do so, and someone has to pay for it.

Around 1600 steps await you on the way up to Reinebringen. Laid by Sherpas, these allow for a safe and easy ascent for all. Of course you still need the necessary condition ;-) The most beautiful view of the Lofoten awaits you at the top. The mountain chains between the fjords and the island chains around Reine are THE highlight of the region. The stairs end on a viewing platform, the Reinebringen itself is a little higher and can be climbed over a narrow sloping ridge - this is definitely not for the inexperienced. So most tourists stay at the viewpoint, so you can already enjoy the view away from the crowds a few meters away! The main car park is in Reine, we parked for free in a small parking bay, but this is very popular and only offers a few parking spaces - so you have to be lucky.