The Lofoten Islands, located in northern Norway. They are an ideal destination for lovers of mountain sports and outdoor adventures. Trollfjord, in particular, is a narrow, beautiful fjord surrounded by majestic mountains that attracts many ski tourers every year.
What is a fjord? It's an ancient glacial valley invaded by marine waters.
Here's some useful information to help you plan your trip. If you're looking for an itinerary for ski touring in Trollfjord, this is it.
Plan your ski touring holiday.
First of all, it's important to note that Trollfjord is a deep, narrow fjord. Some of the steep walls are over 1,000 metres high. It is therefore essential to have good ski touring experience. But also skills in navigation and mountain safety.
Be sure to check the weather conditions before setting off. Trollfjord is a place where the weather can be very changeable. That's why you need to be attentive and aware of the dangers of avalanches, and be able to detect them early.
Ski touring equipment
We recommend that you have suitable ski touring equipment. D'un équipement de sécurité tel qu'un détecteur de victimes d'avalanche (DVA). So that a probe, and a sac-à-dos avalanche airbag type ABS® or Réactor®.
It's also important to check the weather and avalanche conditions before you set off. You can do this by consulting local forecasts or by asking guides for advice.
Reach Trollfjord by ski touring.
The most common way to reach Trollfjord by ski touring is by boat. This will take you to the bottom of the Fjord from Svolvaer. You can reach this starting point by taking a ferry from the town of Bodø. Alternatively, you can hire a car to drive you around the Lofoten Islands.
Be aware that the local companies that drop you off and pick you up at Trollfjord by boat can charge very different prices. Sometimes double or even triple.
The safest thing to do is to entrust the organisation of your ski touring trip to a specialist agency. De more with the help of this agency, you will be able to have the best advice. Experienced professionals will be in charge of organising and accompanying you. They can help you during your activities ski de rando.
Their experience will be an advantage for you. De plus, les petits stress que vous pourrez seront moindre grâce à leur aide.
From the bottom of the Fjord, you'll need to follow a track towards Trollfjord-Hytta - the Trollfjord refuge. This route winds through the valley and surrounding hills. It's a shelter lost in the middle of the mountain, with a sauna and two houses.
Please note that this refuge is not guarded. That's why it's difficult to book without the help of a professional or a specialist agency.
The route is relatively well signposted, but weather conditions can change rapidly in the Lofoten Islands. That's why it's always advisable to check the weather forecast before setting off. You should also make sure you have enough food, water and warm clothing to protect you from the elements.
Once you've reached Trollfjord-Hytta, you can start your ski touring descent. There are several different routes you can take, depending on your skill and skiing ability. Some ski tourers choose to do a straight descent from the top of the fjord to the base. This descent uses the steep slopes and narrow corridors to glide at high speed.
Others prefer to take a slower, more cautious route. They can take their time navigating the mountain's ridges and valleys. They can then enjoy the breathtaking views of the fjord below.
Whichever route you choose, make sure you are sure of your route. There is no network in the valley.
What to do after skiing
As you may or may not know, Norway is famous for its magnificent Northern Lights. Sometimes you have to be patient and pay attention at the right time, but this is the place to see them!
Ask the local guides about when, how and where to see the most beautiful northern lights.
You can also find activities for the rest of your stay. For example, you could go kayaking in the evening, or spend a day out at sea watching the whales.
As a general rule, it is strongly recommended that you are accompanied by a mountain professional. This could be a ski instructor specialising in off-piste skiing or a mountain guide. A number of organisations offer the services of such professionals, and organise ski trips to Lofoten, such as PowderWeGo.
PowderWeGo is an agency specialising in off-piste skiing, heli-skiing, ski-sailing and ski touring. It can take you to the four corners of the world.
For advice on how to get there, read our article on "How to get to Lofoten". You'll find all the main information you need to know about the trip.
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