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Should be on everyones "bucket list"! One of the most popular hiking trails in Norway, Reinebringen, is located in the municipality of Moskenes, in the southern parts of Lofoten. The Reinebringen hike: Duration: approx 1-2 hours. Altitude: 448 metres above sea level. Season: May - September. Difficulty: Medium. Incline: ca 45 degrees. Distance: 2 km (round trip). Starting point: Reine outer harbor. Tour description As always, hiking in Lofoten is at your own risk, so make sure you follow the path. Even if the path towards the top follows the Sherpa steps, it is very steep and parts of it can be demanding. You follow the stairs built into the steep mountain side and if you need a break, there are several nice spots with benches built along the path. The stairs finish ca 150 metres before the top, so make sure you walk very carefully and watch out for loose rocks. If a rock comes loose, it may roll down the mountain side and cause injury to other people further down. The hike is not recommended for young children and for safety reasons, this hike is strictly not recommended in the winter season. Reinebringen is far from one of the highest mountains in Lofoten, but the view from the top of Reinebringen is known for being one of the most spectacular ones. It is a favourite among many hikers and you will soon understand why when you reach the top. Sit down and enjoy the great view over the picturesque Reine village and the wild fjords and mountains. We also recommend the hike during the midnight sun season in Lofoten, as it is maybe even more beautiful at that time. And not least, there may be less people in the evening. The hike is extremely popular among locals and tourists alike. It is very important to wear sturdy shoes, take plenty of water to drink and a wind proof jacket. An extra set of dry clothes is also recommended. Do not forget a fully charged battery, so you can bring your memories with you back home. Remember to enjoy the moment! The mountain can be closed in order to complete the work on the steps. It is therefore a good idea to visit the Reinebringen Facebook page for updated information, or visit the local tourist information. As of January 2021, the path had 1566 steps and several benches along the beautifully built Sherpa stairs. Parking If you decide to travel to see Reinebringen and arrive by car – you will find the parking at Reine Ytre Havn (outer harbour). This is where the hike starts. You first walk through the centre of beautiful Reine towards Reinehalsen (viewpoint by the main road) and then walk further along the E10 direction Å. Follow the old road on the outside of the tunnel on the left of the road fence. If you arrive by bus, the nearest bus stop is «Reine kryss» (Moskenes).
Bjørn Normann jr.Bjørn Normann jr.
110
Absolutely spectacular peak, with sweeping vistas of Reine and the neighbouring peaks, just as expected. Few things to note though before you take off... - It's not a stretch to say that the climb itself is rather boring. Since you basically do 470 meters of elevation gain in just one kilometer, it's a serious uphill struggle on something like a thousand steps that they have just recently completed (as the route was closed for renovation). Your knees won't like you if you take them there. - When climbing it in August there was basically a line of people going up the peak, meaning so many hikers that if someone's looking for solitude away from all the irritating insta-crowds then this is the last place I can recommend. You can climb sooo many other peaks (Ryten, Helvetestinden, Offersoykammen, etc.), where you will probably not come across more than a dozen hikers and get the same type of views. - The location of the peak seems to be somewhat falsely and misleadingly advertised. 95% of people do not go further than the first peak on the top of the stairs - however, that is only 470 meters. To access the real peak that is called "Reinebringen" on the official maps (666 meters high) you need to do a bit of a descent from that one and climb on - around 45 mins more one way. Is it worth it? Yes! The views improve even further the more you climb up, and you leave all the crowds behind. BUT! For God's sake, I'm not one with a fear of heights, but for the first time in my life I had to turn back 10 mins before the end, as the ridge is insanely steep on both sides and at a few points so unsafe that I'm really puzzled as to why they couldn't install some chains or just close the whole thing off. I really didn't consider it safe, and I did my fair share of hikes. Because of these it's not a five out of five for me, however still I would call it a must-do, especially since it's not a long one (you can do the first peak in 90 mins tops).
Aron TothAron Toth
80
Photos cannot capture the beauty you are suddenly exposed to when you complete this hike. Some may argue that the hike is challenging, and it indeed can be, particularly when you overestimate your abilities or choose an incorrect walking pace. However, by adopting a slower pace to enjoy the view, the hike becomes more manageable. Upon reaching the top, any "suffering" endured will swiftly be replaced with pure joy. The view is beautiful, stunning, and breathtaking all at once. The trail consists of approximately 1700 stone steps. Parking is available in Reine, which is roughly a kilometer from the actual start of the trail and costs about 150 NOK for the entire day. It doesn't take long to reach the top; an adult can manage it easily with the right pace. However, I would recommend reconsidering if you intend to bring a young child (0-7/8 years) along. While it's not impossible for them, it's important to note that this is not the easiest hike. That said, I did notice some small children on the trail, so with enough time, it's certainly achievable. Overall, this hike is a must when visiting Lofoten. PS: I would advise against visiting here on a very windy or rainy day, as conditions could become dangerous with the steps potentially becoming slippery.
Andrej PolanskyAndrej Polansky
110
There are only few hikes in Lofoten that offer as incredible views as Reinebringe does. It also offers a nice change to the traditional hikes with the steps. Reaching the top of stairs took a bit over 40 minutes with decent pace. If you're a more experienced hiker and can handle a bit of climbing, there's a path continuing from the end of the steps forward. You can track the ridge trail additional ~ 30minutes further, which will offer more peaceful place to admire the views. There are some climbing required and also narrow sections, so keep that in mind. There's also a path going downwards from the highest point at 666 meters, which will take you to an amazing lake, waterfalls and alongside blue waters. This trail will end up at the Steffenakken parking, which is 1.5km away from the start of Reinebringe hike. Completing the loop takes roughly 3 hours with stops
Tomi LinnaTomi Linna
50
This hike is not for the faint of heart or if you do not maintain some level of fitness. My brother-in-law and I made it up in an hour and a half and we were moving at a good clip. I'd say plan on two hours to get to the top, take plenty of water, and wear shoes that have strong ankle support and grip, preferably hiking boots. The first part is under the canopy but you get to the exposed section about a third of the way up the climb. When you get to the top, you understand why this is one of the most talked about views in all of Europe. You literally feel like you're on top of the world! No words to really describe the view... bring a camera that takes HD pictures and enjoy the experience!
Eric NazarianEric Nazarian
00
The level of difficulty in Reinebringen hike is moderate in terms of physical draining however I felt this hike has more of a mental game. For a shorter distance it has a very narrow, steep curve with no support on one side. It can be quite scary specially while coming down. I would recommend to start hiking early in the morning to avoid crowd if visiting in a tourist season. The distance is relatively short so don’t need to take a lot of baggage with you, a basic gears and small bottle of water should be enough. This hike is highly recommended if you have no fear of heigh, please go ahead because the after reaching the summit the view is a lifetime treat for the eyes.
Debolina PaulDebolina Paul
10
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