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Sights | Trails in Birtavarre

Sights and trails, and all you need for an exciting visit to Birtavarre • Kåfjorddalen. Hiking and biking trails. Gorsa - Canyon / Bridge. 28km to Halti parking. 7km walk parking - Halti. 440km to North Cape. 150 km to Tromsø. 18 km to Lyngen ferry. 3 airports within 1h / 2h.

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Basecamp Birtavarre

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Basecamp Birtavarre is an excellent base for hiking and biking experiences and hunt for the midnight sun and northern lights. The region also has a rich cultural heritage.   The easiest daytrip route to several destinations, f.i: Halti mountain, Birtavarre mountains, Sabetjohka, Reisa National park, Lake Goulas, Gorsa canyon, Gorsa bridge (Gorsabrua), and more. (Haltitunturi /Ráisduottarháldi -trail, and summer road up to 800m.) Read more...

 


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Birtavarre sea shore and river path

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Birtavarre sea shore and river path Read more...

 


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Birtavarre | Kåfjorddalen

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Birtavarre | Kåfjorddalen Lots of hiking and biking trails. Home of Gorsa Canyon / Bridge. 45m/28km to Halti parking. 3h/7km walk, parking to Halti. Daytrip/440km to North Cape. 2h/150 km to Tromsø.(Airport 175km). 18 km to Lyngen ferry. 3 airports within 1 or 2 hours. Read more...

 


Stone wall ruins

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Birtavarre Høgfjell test digs

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Birtavarre Høgfjell (litterally meaning High Mountain) is a test dig where the mining company did some prospecting for copper ore. Read more...

 


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The Monte Carlo mine

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Monte Carlo is located in the hillside due west from the ruins of the administration center in Ankerlia. Steep but easy access to the mine entrance. Read more...

 


Wooden rollers for the cableway

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The Skaidi mining camp

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Skaidi, located on the east side of the valley, was one of the main mining communities. You will find a mine shaft, equipment and serveral ruins. Read more...

 


Remains from the cableway

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The Moskogaisa mines

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The Moskogaisa mines are located due south of Ankerlia, up the Zig Zag road. You will find three mines and ruins of the cableway station and housing. Read more...

 


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Ankerlia outdoor mining museum

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Ankerlia outdoor mining museum Read more...

 


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Gorsa - Bridge Canyon Waterfall

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If you're an adventure seeker or a nature lover planning a trip to Northern Norway, then Gorsabrua in Kåfjorddalen is a must-visit destination. This spectacular bridge offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and is sure to leave you in awe of Norway's natural beauty. Gorza Canyon is northern Europes deepest canyon (App. 150 meters), and a huge 140 meters tall waterfall named Gorzi falls to the bottom of the canyon. A pedestrian bridge ( Gorsabrua ) spans 53 meters over the canyon and with more than 140 meters over to the canyon river. Gorsabrua - Gorsa Bridge connects the landscapes on each side of Gorza canyon. In summer season there will be bungee jumping several weekends. Gorsabrua is situated in Kåfjorddalen, a picturesque valley in the Troms og Finnmark region of northern Norway. The bridge is easily accessible from Tromsø, the largest city in Northern Norway. Here are the Read more...

 


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Holmenes Sea Sami farm | Museum

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Oksdalen Walley | Okselva Waterfall

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Vuoksajohka | Oksdalen Walley | Okselva Waterfall Read more...

 


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Seahuts and Pier in Birtavarre

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Seahuts and Pier in Birtavarre There`s few examples of Kven and Sea-Sami building traditions left, after the burnout by the Nazist during World War II. These seahuts are therefor an important physical heritage of the coastal culture in the high north Scandinavia. The Kven and sea Sami harvested the resources in the sea and these huts were used as sheds for their equipment, and sometimes as storage for smaller boats. Read more...

 


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Halti Haltiatunturi Raisduottarhaldi

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Birtavarre is the easiest gate to Halti and more. (Haltitunturi /Ráisduottarháldi -trail from Birtavarre. Summer road up to 800m.) From Birtavarre you can take daytrips to Halti. Halti is a mountain located in the northern region of Scandinavia, straddling the border between Norway and Finland. Its summit is the highest point in Finland, although a significant portion of the mountain lies within Norwegian territory. Halti is not only renowned for its natural beauty but also for its symbolic significance in the history and culture of both countries. To reach Halti, one of the most popular starting points is the charming village of Birtavarre, situated in Norway. Birtavarre serves as a gateway to Halti and offers a variety of options for travelers to embark on their journey to the summit. Here's how you can get to Halti from Birtavarre: By Car: If you're traveling by car, you can take the E6 Read more...

 

 
 

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Basecamp Birtavarre Servicebuilding

Basecamp Birtavarre

Riverside and budget friendly

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Basic traditional cabins.
2P 784,- , 4+1P 980,- , 2+2P 980,-
Prices before campaign discount

Sights and trails, and all you need for an exciting visit to Birtavarre • Kåfjorddalen. Hiking and biking trails. Gorsa - Canyon / Bridge. 28km to Halti parking. 7km walk parking - Halti. 440km to North Cape. 150 km to Tromsø. 18 km to Lyngen ferry. 3 airports within 1h / 2h.


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BaseCamp Birtavarre
Isfjellveien 18
9147 Birtavarre
Norway
( +47 ) 40003434
Longitude: 20.82
Latitude: 69.49
www.basecampbirtavarre.com

Basic traditional cabins.

From 2P 784,- , 4+1P 947,- , 2+2P 947,-

Bed-linen: 100,- bed/stay. Duvet 0,- 
End cleaning: €10/100Kr. Or DIY.

Cabins & camp space.
Hike & bike -friendly facilities.
Riverside areas Tub & Sauna.
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Kitchen appliances and water facilities in reception and servicebuilding.

Hike and bike in Birtavarre.

Nearest camp to the Sabetjohka, the easiest gate to Reisa national park, Gorsa canyon and Gorsabrua (Gorsa bridge), Lake Goulas, Birtavarre mountains, Halti.

Halti and Ráisduottarháldi -trail from Guolasjávri. Summer-road to 800m.

Birtavarre has many signposted hiking and biking trails, and available maps.
Close to the fjord and alps in Lyngen, and great skiing terrain f.i. at Sorbmegaisa.

  • Sights | Trails
  • Ankerlia outdoor mining museum
  • Birtavarre | Kåfjorddalen
  • Birtavarre Høgfjell test digs
  • Gorsa – Bridge Canyon Waterfall
  • Halti Haltiatunturi Raisduottarhaldi
  • Holmenes Sea Sami farm | Museum
  • Seahuts and Pier in Birtavarre
  • The Monte Carlo mine
  • The Moskogaisa mines
  • The Skaidi mining camp
  • Oksdalen Walley | Okselva Waterfall


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