Hiking to Keiservarden – Classic Hike in Bodø
Der Keiservarden ist ein echter Klassiker für die Einheimischen in Bodø. Dieses Bergplateau ist das meistbesuchte ganzjährige Wanderziel der Stadt und berühmt für seinen weiten Blick über Bodø und das offene Meer. Zudem ist der Keiservarden einer der schönsten Orte, um sowohl die Mitternachtssonne als auch das Nordlicht zu bestaunen.
Keiservarden is the number one hiking destination for many in Bodø. Keiservarden is 366 m above sea level and climbing to the summit is not a very demanding hike.
360° panoramic view – when the weather is clear, you can enjoy a panoramic view. Once you have reached the highest point of Keiservarden, you are rewarded with a scenic view over the city of Bodø (if there are no clouds in the way).
The view from the top – you might be able to see the silhouette of the Lofoten, the islands of Værøy and Røst (the two outermost islands in Lofoten). To the east you will see the many peaks of the spectacular Børvasstind mountain range and the mountains near the Swedish border.
See the Northern Lights & the Midnight Sun? Keiservarden is a year-round hiking destination. If weather permits, Keiservarden is a very good spot to see both the Northern Lights and the Midnight Sun. Not at the same time of course.
Stone stairs – several alternative routes lead to the top. In 2016 Sherpas from Nepal built stone stairs along our route, which saves the terrain from wear. This also makes the hike both easier and more fun. Keiservarden and the path are seldom deserted, so be prepared to meet the locals from Bodø on your way.
Keiservarden (The Emperor`s Cairn) is named after German Emperor Wilhelm II, who visited the hilltop in 1891 on one of his visits to Norway. On the top there is both a plaque in honor of Wilhelm IIs climb and a board telling about it.
Preis
NOK 1650per person
Minimum 2 people.
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Schwierigkeitsgrad
Moderate. Please see details below.
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Dauer
A total of 3 - 4 hours, including transport from/to downtown Bodø.
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Gruppengröße & Kapazität
Min: 2 people. Available for groups. Please see details below.
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Saison & Verfügbarkeit
We run this tour year-round, weather permitting.
Good to Know Before You Start Hiking to Keiservarden
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Brauche ich Vorerfahrung im Outdoor-Bereich?
Is this trip for me? This trip is designed for beginners and intermediates. You don’t need any specific skills. That said you should have some outdoor experience in walking before you arrive.
Grading: This trip is graded as Medium – Blue grading.
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Gelände, Distanz und Höhenmeter
Terrain: you must be able to walk on gravel roads, trail in slightly hilly terrain and partly steep stone stairs.
Total length: approx. 5 km up and down.
Elevation: from starting point 45 (140*) metres above sea level to top Keiservarden 366 m a.s.l.
(*Two optional starting points, the upper start point is not within reach by public transport.)
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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 an advantage.
- A small daypack for your snack, camera and some extra clothing.
Das stellen wir bereit
- Ein sachkundiger, englischsprachiger Guide mit einer Prise Humor und einer echten Leidenschaft für diese Region.
- In winter: best snow spikes and headlamps available. This way the trip could be enjoyable even when dark and in winter.
- Transport from town centre to starting point and back to town after trip is included in the tour price.
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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.
- Der Treffpunkt ist in der Lobby des Scandic Havet Hotel, direkt und bequem im Stadtzentrum gelegen. Bitte wirf einen Blick auf die Karte oben.
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Gruppengröße – wir setzen auf kleine Gruppen
- Typical group size for our trips range from 2 to 10 (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.
- 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.
- Larger groups can easily join this trip, then we will we divide the group into smaller groups of 8 – 10 people, each of which trip are accompanied by their own guide. Note: we will never mix a private group trip with lone travellers.
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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.
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Stornierungsbedingungen bei schlechtem Wetter
Normally no need to cancel due to weather. The only exception is extremely strong wind and/or heavy rain.
The view from top Keiservarden will of course be reduced if cloudy weather.
There is a rustic shelter at the summit where you can shelter from the rain.
If weather turns bad we will consider choosing alternative routes or experiences.