Ski touring in Narvik

Imagine standing on an Arctic peak, admiring the view. Then, you fasten your skis and cruise all the way down to the fjord.

Stay safe

Norway is an incredible place to explore, with untamed mythical landscapes, mountains, valleys, and fjords. Before you enter the outdoors, familiarise yourself with the nine simple rules of the Norwegian mountain code to help you stay safe.

Plan your trip and inform others about the route you have selected.
Adapt the planned routes according to your ability and the conditions.
Pay attention to the weather forecast and avalanche warnings.
Be prepared for bad weather and frost, even on short trips.
Bring the necessary equipment so you can help yourself and others.
Choose safe routes. Recognise avalanche terrain and unsafe ice.
Use a map and a compass. Always know where you are.
Don’t be ashamed to turn around and go back.
Conserve your energy and seek shelter if necessary.

The Narvik region is as an excellent base for alpine ski touring and off-piste skiing. Here, you are surrounded by fjords, islands, deep valleys, pristine lakes, waterfalls, glaciers, and mountain plateaus.

Because of the diverse mountain landscape, the area has close to 100 high-quality ski touring peaks within an hour’s drive from the Narvik city centre. Combined with the varied climate in the region, which makes it easy to find the perfect snow, this has made Narvik an attractive destination to many certified ski touring guides.

Best time to go ski touring?

The main ski touring season runs from March to mid-May, with routes available for all skill levels.

From urban skiing at the Narvikfjellet ski resort to Scandinavia's most renowned heli-skiing experiences, Narvik is an ideal destination for Arctic ski touring, with plenty of competent guides ready to show you what the region has to offer.

You can ski along alpine peaks, couloirs, open mountain plateaus, forests, lift-accessed backcountry, and from sea to summit. Check out the epic runs at Stetinden, Norway's national mountain, or its neighbor, Halls Fortopp. Expect spectacular scenery and magnificent skiing all the way down to the fjord.

After a long day in the mountains, the comforts of city life are not far away in the town of Narvik. For places to stay, choose between everything from lodges to proper hotels. The quickest way to get here is to fly to the Harstad/Narvik airport, then take a bus or drive for around an hour.

Note: Stay safe and check the avalanche risk before setting out. Read more about safety in the mountains here and about local conditions on varsom.no.