Torghatten Mountain Hike
Follow in the footsteps of trolls and Vikings on this excursion to a mythologised mountain with a hole right through it.
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Highlights
Enjoy Brønnøysund’s sights from the bus before we drive across Brønnøysund Bridge to the foot of Torghatten mountain
Hear the enchanting myths around the formation of the hole – and how geology and geography explain it
Learn fascinating Viking stories as we drive through one of the region’s important Viking seats, mentioned in the Icelandic sagas
Sample a local version of lefse, a traditional flatbread with a unique connection to Torghatten mythology
How it works
One of Norway’s most iconic places, Torghatten is known for its spectacular hole and the enthralling myths behind it. According to legend, it was created by an arrow fired by the lusty son of a mighty troll king while he was chasing a troll maiden who had been making lefse.
We start with a bus tour of Brønnøysund’s sights, before driving across Brønnøsund Bridge to Torget island and the foot of Torghatten.
Our walk (10-20 min each way) follows a narrow path to the seashore to view the famous hole through the mountain. The hole measures 160m long, 35m high, and 15-20m wide; in theory, we could sail a Hurtigruten ship through it!
At the firepit, we’ll have a cold drink (or warm, depending on the weather) and taste the local version of lefse. At the pier we’ll try what could be the world’s best soft ice cream!
Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.
Before you book
Activity level
Moderate: Some mobility needed
Group size
Groups up to 150 guests
Availability
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Transport
Bus
Food & drink
Pastry / Cake / Chocolate
Frequently asked questions
Answers to the questions our guests ask most often
If an excursion is not fully booked, any remaining slots will be available for purchase on board through your Expedition Team. These will be charged in Norwegian Kroner at your ship’s exchange rate.
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Each of our excursions has a rating to illustrate the level of fitness required. There are four categories, with 1 being the easiest and 4 the most difficult.
Level 1 = Easy: suitable for most
Excursions at this level are physically undemanding and suitable for most people. Level 2 = Moderate: some mobility needed
Excursions in this category involve a small amount of physical activity, but on easy terrain with few major challenges. Level 3 = Active: good mobility needed
Excursions in this category are more active and involve outdoor pursuits that require a decent level of fitness. You may be expected to carry your own backpack and equipment. They are not suitable for those with limited mobility.
Level 4 = Challenging: good mobility and fitness needed
These are our most challenging excursions, and require a good level of fitness. They may involve hiking or biking on uneven terrain and may also require specialist equipment. You would be expected to carry your own backpack and equipment. Excursions in this category are not suitable for those with limited mobility.
Prices can vary depending on the season you travel. Costs such as exchange rates and local prices may change from year to year, so we show a “starting from” price as a guide. The exact price will be confirmed when you book.
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