Tjeldbergtinden

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Tjeldbergtinden is a Scenic Lookout, Hiking Trail and Mountain in Svolvær, Norway

Tjeldbergtinden is a mountain on the island of Austvågøya in Lofoten, rising between Svolvær and Kabelvåg. It is a modest peak, and the well-marked trail up from Kongsvatnet makes it one of the most accessible summits in the area. The climb takes an hour or so through birch scrub and over open rock. From the top the view sweeps over Svolvær and its harbour, out to the islands offshore and across to the jagged Vågakallen massif. Sheltered from the worst of the coastal wind, the summit is a favoured spot for aurora watching on clear winter nights, when the sky at this latitude turns fully dark and the northern lights appear over the peaks and the sea. Grass, heather and grazing sheep cover the lower slopes in summer, while snow holds on the mountain for much of the year.

Where to find Tjeldbergtinden?

68°13'46"N, 14°29'59"E

Aurora hunting in Lofoten?

The aurora season here runs from September to March, with the best chances of seeing the Northern Lights in September, October, February and March. With minimal light pollution, Tjeldbergtinden could offer a dramatic backdrop for aurora viewing.

What do people think of Tjeldbergtinden?

  • Contrary to some of the reviews online this is quite a steep hike on slippery ground, definitely not easy but the views are totally worth it!

    Maximilian S12 September 2017

  • Awesome hike, albeit rocky and muddy. Wear hiking boots.

    𝙶𝚘𝚗𝚣𝚊𝚕𝚘 ?14 August 2022

  • Lovely hike, but it’s definitely not easy (steep and/or muddy) - unless there is a different path that we missed.

    Karin G13 August 2022

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