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Long Crossing of Lofoten

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Northern

Distance

160

km

Elev. Gain

9,000

m

Duration

11

days

Grade

T3

Route

Point-to-Point

⚡ Quick Facts
📏
160 km
Distance
📅
11 days
Duration
⛰️
1,029 m
Peak Height
📶
T3
Grade
🧭
Point-to-Point
Route Type
↗️
9,000 m
Elev. Gain
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🟢 Trail Status
Status Open
Hemisphere Northern
Timezone Europe/Oslo
🗂️ Logistics
Visa Schengen Zone
Dogs Yes
Transport Issues
Parking Limited
Wild Camping Legal

📊 Technical Details

Distance: 160 km
Route Type: Point-to-Point
Grade: T3
Navigation: Expert
Suck Factor: Make it stop
Direction: WEBO
Total Ascent: 9,000 m
Max Elevation: 1,029 m
Highest Point: Hermannsdalstinden
Lowest Point: Sea Level (Various Beaches)

📅 Best Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
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A
S
O
N
D
Peak
Shoulder
Off

💭 Logistics & Budget

🎒 Dirtbag
€30
per day
🧍 Average Joe
€75
per day
🎿 Flashpacker
€200
per day
Budget note:

Norway is expensive. Dirtbagging assumes 100% wild camping and supermarket basics. Average Joe includes occasional DNT huts/showers and town meals.

Wild Camping Legal
Dog Friendly Yes
Permit Required No
Transport Access Issues
Trailhead Parking Limited
Visa Schengen Zone
Accommodation
Campsites Guesthouses Hostels Hotels Wild Camping
Accommodation

Check wild camping zone restrictions

🎶 Vibe

Remoteness: Backcountry
Popularity: Quiet
Social Scene: Polite
Local Interaction: Welcoming
Tourist Overrun: Moderate (viewpoints, car parks)
Plushness: Basic (sporadic amenities)
Trash Level: Pristine
Avg Local Income: €57,600.00
Cannabis: Illegal and severely enforced
Alcohol: Occasional

🛟 Safety & Inclusion

Safety Score5/5
Solo Female Safety Optimal
Charging Interval Every 2-3 days