Climbing & Bouldering
Lofoten is an internationally renowned climbing destination, with dramatic rock walls rising straight up from the sea, and one of Norway's most idyllic settings for bouldering. The unique combination of steep granite walls, beautiful scenery and coastal climate makes Lofoten a paradise for climbers, both for traditional climbing and bouldering.
Rock Climbing Summer Camp in Stamsund - TRAD
Would you like to spend 3 or 5 days climbing here in Stamsund with professional instructors? In collaboration with TRAD, a local company specializing in climbing and mountain guiding, we are now offering summer climbing camps based at the hostel.
These camps are suited for all levels, from beginners to advanced climbers. Enjoy personalized classes tailored to your skill level and needs. Be guided by an exclusive climbing guide dedicated to summer camp participants and enjoy hostel life by the ocean in your freetime.
Accommodation at the climbers' hub, Stamsund Hostel
Transportation
3 days/ 5 days of guided climbing
All necessary equipment
Sauna
- Other activities included: Fishing, SUP, bikes..
For more info and booking, take a look here: TRAD
Climbing and bouldering from Stamsund Hostel
The hostel is a good base if you want to climb or boulder in Lofoten and we even have climbing right here in Stamsund! A short distance from the hostel you'll find the wall Skjellaksla, with varied climbing on exciting rock formations, just off the road by Live Hotel Lofoten. Most routes are from grade 5 to 7+. Find more information here: Skjellaksla.
If you prefer bouldering, there are several bouldering opportunities not far away, such as "King Fisher", a classic in Lofoten about 10 minutes from the hostel by car.
We have crashpads available free of charge for our guests!
Henningsvær
If you want to explore more, head to Henningsvær, a mecca for climbing and bouldering! Here you'll find the climbing wall "Presten", an impressive wall that attracts experienced climbers from all over the world. Other walls in the area are "Pianokrakken", "Gandalfveggen" and "Festvågveggen". All of these offer a variety of routes with different levels of difficulty. More info here: Climbing in Henningsvær & Lofoten
On the way to Henningsvær you'll also find several boulders of varying difficulty, all with beautiful scenery
Eggum
40 minutes away by car is Eggum, here there is an overhanging wall, with mostly from grade 7 and up. Rainproof, and lovely views. More info here: Eggum
Here you will find an overview of different boulders in Lofoten: Bouldering in Lofoten
Here you will find an overview of different climbing fields in Lofoten: Climbing in Lofoten
