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Helvetestind

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    Distance 4.2 km
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    620 m
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    Helvetestind (Hell’s peak) rises up as a pinnacle between Bunes Beach and Horseidstranda providing great views of the two beaches as well as larger parts of Lofoten.

    The trail begins in Vindstad, a ferry ride from Reine, and follows the start of the trail to the popular Bunes Beach but quickly finds its own trail up to the top. You can easily do both of these adventures on the same day. If you’re not camping overnight, make sure to double check the ferry schedule so you don’t miss the return journey.

    Avoid this hike in bad weather as it makes it very difficult to safely traverse the ridge to the top.

    Reine is the closest town with accommodation available in traditional “rorbuer”, the trademark red fisherman’s cottages.

    Author’s recommendation

     In case you are planning a camping trip- there are 3 otions to camp at Helvetstinden:

    Bunes beach is on the foot of the mountain and offers great camping. You can do the hike in the daylight next day. 

    The saddle at about 400M  offers a few flat places where you can set up your tent. You won't have water there but depending on the direction be sheltered from the wind. 

    On the summit of Helvetstinden is plenty of room to pitch a tent. Note that after rain it's usually pretty muddy at the top and you will be exposed to wind/rain. 

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    545 m
    Lowest point
    3 m
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    Rest stops

    Cafe Amanda Vinstad

    Safety information

    There are no places to sell water or food on the way. Make sure to bring enough water with you as it's difficult to find running water on this trip. 

    Tips and suggestions

    • There is an outhouse available by Bunes Beach
    • Bring your own water as can be hard to find running water.
    • In July you could get lucky and grab something to eat at the Amanda Cafe at Vindstad. The cafe is driven by the community and is not always open, so do not rely on it. 

    Roadbook

    The trail follows a narrow gravel road from Vindstad, passing through the village. Just before the road ends you will see a sign to Bunes Beach on your left-hand side. Follow this trail until you get the first glimpses of the beach and then start looking for a trail to the right. You will find multiple smaller trails before you see one that is a bit larger. Follow this trail up towards the mountain. There are some areas with a bit of exposure before you reach the top, but the summit itself is fairly flat.
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    Directions

    To get to the trailhead you need to take a ferry across Reinefjorden, from Reine to Vindstad. The boat leaves daily from Reine so check the timetable for specific times. If you are not already in Reine you can usually find a parking spot in Reine, or check the bus timetable.

    Travel Pass Nordland offers cheap 7-day travel in Nordland county. It is valid for all buses and passenger ferries in Lofoten, including the boat across Reinefjorden. 

    Parking

    If you are taking the ferry from Reine find a public parking in Reine or park at the ferry kai. 

    Coordinates

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    67.957940, 13.003660
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    67°57'28.6"N 13°00'13.2"E
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    33W 416404 7539525
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    Equipment

    • footwear with good grip 
    • rain jacket 
    • enough water/food
    • tent in case of camping
    • gas stove in case of camping 

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    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    4.2 km
    Duration
    3:00 h
    Ascent
    620 m
    Descent
    37 m
    Highest point
    545 m
    Lowest point
    3 m
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