Ski touring in Lyngen

Ski touring Lyngen

Dominated by snow-capped peaks and surrounded by crystal-clear waters, Lyngen is a breathtaking destination to experience summit-to-sea ski touring.

Avalanche safety

Each year, avalanches in Norwegian mountains claim the lives of an average of five people, most of whom are ski tourers. Foreign visitors make up a disproportionately large share.

Stay safe:

1. Take a course to learn more about avalanches, avalanche terrain, and avalanche hazard levels, even if you are not planning on travelling through avalanche terrain.

2. Be aware that you can be caught in an avalanche on flat terrain. An avalanche can run three times the vertical drop from the fracture line.

3. We strongly recommend the use of a local ski guide, both for your safety and to ensure a better experience.

4. Start planning your trip at the avalanche forecast site varsom.no.

5. Download the Varsom app from App Store or Android Store. With Varsom, you can share and access information about local conditions and download offline maps.

6. Stay updated on the weather conditions in your area with yr.no and senorge.no.

7. Always bring an avalanche transceiver, a probe, and a shovel when you are in avalanche terrain.

Rising straight from the Arctic sea, the mountains of Lyngen present some of the most scenic ski touring opportunities in Norway. From steep couloirs to less challenging inclines, the varied terrain of Lyngen offers exciting potential for every ski touring enthusiast.

Its location at 70 degrees north exposes this Alpine peninsula to immaculate snow conditions and one of the longest ski seasons, helping to enhance Lyngen’s reputation as one of Norway’s best ski touring destinations.

The full potential of this land is realized in spring, with crisp Nordic sunlight that offers warmth for the climb and gently melts the snow’s surface to create perfect grain snow conditions for the descent.

In addition to all this, if you visit early in the ski season you have a chance to combine your ski tour with the ethereal beauty of the northern lights.

  • Ski touring in Lyngenfjord
    Ski touring at Kjelvågtinden, Uløya
    Lyngenfjord
    Tromsø winter

Ski touring in Lyngen

Main ski touring season: March to late May

Recommended skill level: Beginners to experts

Epic Run: Tafeltinden (1,395 metres).
A stunning tour in the heart of the Lyngen Alps, accessible via a moderate climb up the Koppang glacier.
Access: Start from the parking area at Koppangen, located approximately 15 km from Lyngseidet.

Types of skiing terrain: Alpine peaks and couloirs, open mountain plateaus, forests and sail-to-ski

Types of accommodation
Hotels, B&Bs and hostels
Lodges and holiday houses
House boats (sail and ski)
Rorbus (traditional fishermen cottages)

From Lyngen, you can also do ski touring detours to the Tamok Valley, a terrain with fantastic inland skiing possibilities dominated by rounded peaks, long couloirs and big open faces. The cold inland climate guarantees a longer skiing season and increased chances of powder snow.

Another option in Lyngen is sail to ski. Using a traditional sailboat or former fishing trawler as your comfortable base, local mountain guides will locate the best possible conditions for a skiing expedition.

Well connected by road, Lyngen is only a two-hour drive from the town of Tromsø. Choose from a full range of accommodation options – from full-service, high-quality hotels to authentic Norwegian cabins.

Last but not least: Stay safe and find out about the avalanche risk before you set out. Read more about safety in the mountains here and about local conditions on varsom.no.

Places to stay & meet

  • Lodge in summer time
    Olderdalen

    Lyngen Lodge

    Lyngen Lodge offers a combination between relaxation and mountain and fjord based activities to suit individuals, families and groups.
    Bios Café AS
    Storslett

    Bios Café AS

    Bios Café, situated in the heart of Storslett, serves authentic, pure food made from locally sourced quality produce. It’s not without reason that Bios Café has won awards!
    Koppangen Brygger
    Lyngseidet

    Koppangen Brygger

    At Koppangen Brygger Alf and his dog Bella will welcome you to a stay in Lyngen. A great base for hikes, fishing and skitouring in the Lyngen Alps region. Their 4 apartments and 3 double rooms can offer accommodation for up t0 30 guests.
    Lyngen Fjordcamp
    Nord-lenangen

    Lyngen Fjordcamp

    Lyngen Fjordcamp is located right by the sea in peaceful Nord-Lenangen. This is a perfect place to enjoy your holiday summer or winter. The house is fully furnished and, including a small log cabin, can accommodate seven people.
    På Hjørnet Kafé

    På Hjørnet Kafé

    På Hjørnet is a cozy café in the centre of Skjervøy serving both lunch and dinner. We have our own pastry shop and you can expect coffee barista-style.
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    Northern lights over the accommodation
    Nord-lenangen

    Lyngen Experience Lodge

    Lyngen Experience Lodge is set in wonderful surroundings in Nord-Lenangen in the northern part of the Lyngen peninsula less than two hours drive from Tromsø and just metres from the water’s edge. Our mission is to help you discover all the magic of this land over the arctic circle. Whether you are visiting us during summer, autumn, winter or spring, each season is unique in its own way and will give you a special experience.
    Red wooden houses with white details by the waterfront, reflected in the water. 'Green Key' logo in the bottom left corner
    Nord-lenangen

    XLyngen - Rorbuer

    XLyngen is located in the village Nord-Lenangen near the northern tip of the Lyngen peninsula. Accommodation is available in five cabins and two apartments, each sleeping six guests. The cabins are located right down by the fjord. 

Things to do in Lyngen

Start planning your next adventure!

Getting here and around

Get in-depth travel information for Lyngen at Lyngenfjord’s official website.

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