Niingen

Evenes

Niingen is the spectacular mountain that towers over Bogen in Evenes, known for the pointed peak and the raw view from the top. This is a very demanding mountain hike in steep terrain, with views of Strandvatnet, Bogen, Ofotfjorden and the surrounding mountains.

Highlights

  • Experience a steep and demanding mountain hike to 1073 meters above sea level.
  • See the view of Strandvatnet, Bogen and the Ofotfjord
  • Explore the mountain area around Niingen and Lille-Niingen, also called Domningen
  • Feel free to combine the trip with an overnight stay at Niingshytta by Niingsvatnet
  • Follow further hiking opportunities in the mountains around Strandvatnet
  • Departs from: Røyrholla by Strandvatnet, UTM 33: East 582357, North 7604101.
Difficulty level
  • Very demanding
Duration
  • 3-5 hours

Description

Niingen is the famous Bogen mountain with the pointed peak, with Lille-Niingen, also called Domningen, right next to it. The mountain rises clearly in the landscape around Strandvatnet and is a trip for mountain-experienced guests who want a steep and physically demanding experience. The trip is in steep terrain and is very demanding due to steep sections. From the top at 1073 meters above sea level, you get a wide view of Strandvatnet, Bogen, Ofotfjorden and the surrounding mountains. Here, the fjord landscape meets the sharp rock formations in a way that gives a strong sense of Ofoten's raw nature. The starting point is Røyrholla by Strandvatnet. The hike to the top is approx. 4.2 km, with a stated walking time of approx. 2 hours and 30 minutes. On the way back down, you get an airy and spectacular return experience, but the terrain requires good assessments and safe travel. The trip can be combined with a night at Niingshytta by Niingsvatnet. The area around Strandvatnet has several opportunities for further trips, and maps, GPS tracks and detailed route descriptions can be found at Evenes Turlag.

Additional information

The trip is very demanding due to steep sections. The trip is suitable for spring, summer and autumn. The trip is demanding and not recommended for smaller children. The peak is 1073 meters above sea level. Distance to the top is approx. 4.2 km. Walking time to the top is about 2 hours and 30 minutes. Starting point is Røyrholla at Strandvatnet, UTM 33: East 582357, North 7604101. Maps, GPS tracks and detailed route descriptions can be found on evenes-turlag.no. It is recommended to consider the weather, conditions and your own experience before the trip.

Map & Directions

60 min

The starting point for the trip is Røyrholla at Strandvatnet, with coordinates UTM 33: East 582357, North 7604101. Park at the hiking team's pitches at Niingsveien. From here, follow the route towards Niingen. For maps, GPS tracks and detailed route description, see evenes-turlag.no.