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Spaziergänge & Wanderungen

Hike to Hovdsundet in Bodø – Rugged Coastal Day Hike

Hovdsundet ist ein abgelegener Strand bei Bodø. Der Weg dorthin ist bereits das halbe Abenteuer, denn es geht sportlich zu Fuß voran. Auch wenn die Wanderung stellenweise anspruchsvoll ist: Die wilde Natur ist jeden Schritt wert. Der Pfad führt dich abwechslungsreich über weiße Sandstrände, durch Kiefernwälder, entlang steiler Küstenklippen und über Kieselstrände.

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Hovdsundet Beach is the highlight of this hike. Getting there is half the fun. Photo: Christian Strømhaug.

Hovdsundet: It’s hard to believe that Hovdsundet Beach and Auvika Beach are north of the Arctic Circle. The highlight of this challenging coastal hike is the secluded beach Hovdsundet, one of the most beautiful and remote beaches in Bodø. It comes as no surprise that this beach has become a quite popular Instagram spot in Bodø.

With effort comes privacy: If you’re an experienced hiker and prefer hikes off the beaten track with rugged terrain, rocks and beaches, this is the hike for you! The hike is challenging, but your effort is rewarded with privacy. The upside is you won’t meet many others on your way.

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Hiking to Hovdsundet offers a diversity of terrain such as this pebble beach. Photo: Nordland Adventures.

Challenging: The hike to Hovdsundet Beach is perfect for those who are comfortable and experienced with backcountry hiking. This route may prove challenging for novices. Be prepared to use your entire body as the trail ascends and descends over cliffs and rocky outcrops.

Hovden round trip? Hovdsundet Beach is located at the tip of a peninsula. The normal route (easiest) follows the southern half of the peninsula in both directions, which is not as challenging as the northern part. If you convince us that you’re an experienced hiker, we might choose to go all in and plan for the complete round trip.

Preis

NOK 1950

per person
Minimum 2 people.
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  • Schwierigkeitsgrad

    Moderate. Please see details below.

  • Dauer

    A total of 5 - 6 hours, including transport from/to downtown Bodø.

  • Gruppengröße & Kapazität

    Min: 2 pers. Available for groups. Please see details below.

  • Saison & Verfügbarkeit

    May - September. May be possible in wintertime, weather permitting.

Treffpunkt

Klicken für größere Karte Tollbugata 13, 8006 Bodø, Norge

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FAQ - Rugged Coastal Hike to Hovdsundet in Bodø

  • Brauche ich Vorerfahrung im Outdoor-Bereich?

    Is this trip for me? This trip is designed for experienced hikers. You must have previous hiking experience and be able to overcome rocks (no climbing though) and rugged and uneven terrain.

    Be prepared to use your entire body. There is minor exposure in a few places, so good balance and coordination skills are required.

    Grading: This trip is graded as Challenging – Red grading – not so much for the length or elevation gain, but more for the challenging terrain.

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  • Gelände, Distanz und Höhenmeter

    Terrain: Sandy beaches, pebble beaches, coastal cliffs, rocks and sparse pine forests. Most of the route has no rock cairns or trail markers.

    Total length: The hike itself is approx. 7 km round trip (same length for the round trip). The mileage from Bodø by car (or minibus) is 25 km.

    Elevation: Most of the hike will follow the coastline (with some ups and downs). The highest point is no more than 75 metres above sea level.

  • Was muss ich mitbringen?

    Das solltest du mitbringen

    • Your own hiking gear suitable for the prevailing wind and weather conditions.
    • Good footwear (hiking boots or sturdy running shoes) is a must.
    • A small daypack for your snack, camera and some extra clothing.

    Das stellen wir bereit

    • A knowledgeable, English speaking guide with a sense of humour and passion for this area.
    • Transport from town centre to starting point and back to town after trip is included in the tour price.

  • Where and when do we meet

    • Der Treffpunkt ist in der Lobby des Scandic Havet Hotel, direkt und bequem im Stadtzentrum gelegen. Bitte wirf einen Blick auf die Karte oben.
      Falls du an einem anderen Ort in Bodø abgeholt werden möchtest, kontaktiere uns einfach, um eine alternative Abholung zu vereinbaren.
    • Treffzeit: Diese Tour startet zu festen Zeiten. Die genauen Startzeiten findest du im Buchungskalender.

  • Gruppengröße – wir setzen auf kleine Gruppen

    • The typical group size for our trips range from 2 to 15. We prefer to keep the group size as small as possible for these trips, which improves the experience for the participants and guide alike. NB: We don’t mix private group trips with solo travellers.
    • What is the minimum number of participants? To run this tour, a minimum of two people must book. If this minimum is not met, we reserve the right to cancel the tour. You will then have the option of being rebooked on an alternative date or receiving a full refund.

  • Kann ich auch buchen, wenn ich alleine reise?

    • Ja, absolut! Bei vielen unserer Touren sind Alleinreisende dabei. Du bist herzlich willkommen, dich solo anzuschließen und unterwegs neue Bekanntschaften zu schließen.
    • Privattour als Einzelperson? Wenn du die einzige Buchung bist, die Tour aber unbedingt an deinem Wunschdatum stattfinden soll, kannst du sie als Privattour buchen. In diesem Fall übernimmst du die Kosten für die erforderliche Mindestteilnehmerzahl.

  • Stornierungsbedingungen bei schlechtem Wetter

    It’s possible to hike all the way to Hovdsundet Beach on cloudy days with light rain. Even on a moody day, this hike will offer great views and experiences.

    Please note: We only recommend the complete round trip (hiking around the entire peninsula) on fine days.

    If the weather gets too bad, we will consider choosing alternative experiences.

     

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