From beginner to expert, we offer the right tours in the Lyngen. The choice of tours is defined on site based on the levels of all participants
A week of ski touring in the northern fjords of the Lyngen Alps, in the area around Tromsø, promises incredible ski tours and descents down to the sea, with powder snow conditions found nowhere else. What are you waiting for? Come along on a ski touring trip in the Lyngen Alps!
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The majestic Lyngen Alps, located on the Lyngen peninsula in Troms og Finnmark, offer ski touring enthusiasts an unforgettable Arctic adventure. This impressive mountain range, also known as «the Alps by the sea», stretches for 90 kilometres along the Lyngenfjord and offers a unique combination of alpine terrain and breathtaking fjord landscapes. The highest peak in the Lyngen Alps, Jiehkkevárri, rises to a proud 1833 m above sea level and forms the heart of this fascinating range. Geologically, the Lyngen Alps are part of the Caledonian mountains and consist mainly of gabbro and peridotite, which gives them a special character. Despite their northerly position at 69° north, the influence of the Gulf Stream provides a relatively mild climate. This contributes to the exceptional snow reliability that draws us ski tourers from November to May.
The ski touring experience in the Lyngen Alps is shaped by unique possibilities. Particularly impressive are the summit-to-fjord descents, where we experience the extraordinary feeling of skiing straight from the mountain top down to sea level. Tours such as Storgalten at 1219 m or Tafeltinden, which rises to 1395 m, offer such spectacular routes. The variety of terrain in the Lyngen Alps is impressive. There are routes for every level of difficulty, from gentle slopes for beginners through to demanding 45-degree couloirs that challenge even experienced ski mountaineers. Among the most popular ski tours is the ascent of Jiehkkevárri, a challenging day tour with a breathtaking view. Istinden, known for its steep north-east face, promises spectacular descents for accomplished skiers. For moderate tours, Trolltinden is a good choice, delighting with its fantastic panorama. Kavringtinden, in turn, attracts with a varied route and an impressive view over the Lyngenfjord and the surrounding islands.
Another highlight is the phenomenon of the midnight sun, which from the end of May to mid-July offers the chance to ski tour beneath a sun that never sets – a truly unforgettable experience. In the winter months from September to March there is also the chance to admire the fascinating spectacle of the Aurora Borealis, better known as the Northern Lights.
From beginner to expert, we offer the right tours in the Lyngen. The choice of tours is defined on site based on the levels of all participants
Good fitness for ascents of 800 to 1500 vertical metres per day.
Arrival by plane from Zurich or Milan. We are happy to arrange travel by train if you prefer. Via Oslo we fly to Tromsø, where we take over our accommodation and transport. In the evening we discuss the weather and snow situation for the week and pick out the most exciting tours for the coming days. Tomorrow we get straight to it!
Every day we pick exciting ski tours with the best snow and views over the sea, from 700 to 1500 vertical metres, chosen according to the conditions and the level of all participants. The tours of Kjelvågtinden, Rørnestinden and Storhaugen are just a few ideas among the many, inexhaustible options in the area! Every ascent is followed by a fast descent all the way to sea level! Our mountain guides know the area like the back of their hand and know exactly where the best descents are! In the evening we stop at local «rorbuer», a type of reddish lodging also known as a fisherman’s cabin.
Back in Tromsø we explore the town, buy the last souvenirs or eat something nice, and finally take the return flight to Switzerland.
Cosy fjord cabins or traditional rorbuer – the typical Norwegian fishermen’s cabins – right on the shore of the Lyngenfjord.
Optional: overnight stay in Oslo and luxury accommodation in Tromsø on the last evening possible.
For ski touring in the Lyngen Alps, the period from March to May is considered optimal, as this offers the best snow and light conditions. On our trips, arrival is via Tromsø, from where a drive of about two and a half hours leads to the Lyngen Alps.
For accommodation we prefer cosy fjord cabins or traditional rorbuer, the typical Norwegian fishermen’s cabins, right on the shore of the Lyngenfjord, when available.
The Lyngen Alps offer far more than just first-class ski touring. They make a complete Arctic experience possible, one that appeals to all the senses. After an exciting day on the slopes we can, in and around Tromsø:
In the far north of Norway, the extreme climatic conditions and the limited availability of agricultural resources in winter shape the local cuisine. Here are some examples of foods typically eaten in Norwegian cuisine in winter:
The history of ski touring in the Lyngen Alps is closely interwoven with the general development of skiing in Norway and with the opening up of Arctic regions. Although there is no exact point at which ski touring in the Lyngen Alps «began», we can look at the development in several phases:
