Imagine sitting in a cinema, but instead of cosy chairs, darkness, another Hollywood flick, and the smell of popcorn, you have a wooden bench in a tiny alpine hut, midnight sun, the smell of burning firewood, and ‘on the screen’ some of the best landscape views in Norway. This is what you can expect from a hike to Dalberget in the Lyngen Alps.
Total round-trip distance
5.1 kilometres / 3.2 miles
Elevation gain
390 meters / 1280 feet
Time required
2-2.5 hours
Overview of the hike to Dalberget
The Dalberget, with its 423 meters (1387 feet), is not exactly an imposing mountain. In fact, I am not even sure you can consider it as such. Its characteristics fit more like a hill. However, what it misses in height, it makes up for in the views.
From the summit of Dalberget, you can enjoy the expansive views of the Lyngen fjord and Lyngen Alps, with Stortinden and Store Lenangstinden mountains being the most impressive, with glacier tongues clinging to its steep walls.
The map & elevation profile of the hike
Important info about the hike to Dalberget
Thanks to its low altitude and relatively gentle incline, the Dalberget hike is accessible year-round; however, during late autumn, winter, and early spring, you should expect snow on the ground and come prepared with either snowshoes or ski touring skis.
When to go: Year-round
Trail difficulty: Moderate
Type of hike: Out and back
Highest point: 440 m / 1444 ft
Parking: 69.745942, 20.510017
Trailhead: 69.745942, 20.510017
Nearest towns: Djupvik
Getting there
Public transport is extremely limited in this area of Norway. Locals rely on their cars for getting around. If you are staying in a hotel in Djupvik, you can simply walk to the trailhead. The parking for the trailhead is right opposite the local cemetery; take that into consideration, particularly if you are travelling in a campervan. From the main road, just follow the signs for “Kirkegård” (it means cemetery). Part of this road is unpaved; adjust your speed accordingly.
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Dalberget: trail breakdown
Because the sun never sets in June in Northern Norway, we started the hike to Dalberget at 10 PM and were accompanied by a beautiful, soft light the entire time
The trail starts very easy along a wide forest path. After the first kilometre (approx. 0.6 mi), the climb begins. Most of the elevation is gained during the second kilometre of the trail. The first section goes through a dense deciduous forest, but as you get higher, the trees become sparser, and the beautiful view towards the Lyngenfjord and the surrounding peaks opens up.
Once you reach a wooden bridge, you are very close to the top of the hill. There is a stone cairn at the top with a logbook, where you can put down your name. The cairn marks the top of Dalberget, but if you want to experience a true highlight, you should continue uphill for a couple of hundred meters to the Dalberghytta, clearly visible from the top. The way down, back to the car park, follows the same path.
Overnight stay & dining possibilities
A few hundred meters above the stone cairn, you can spot the Dalberghytta. The hut was built in 2020, and it serves as a temporary shelter against the elements. There is firewood in the hut, which is carried to the top by volunteer hikers. You can also find a QR code where you can make a donation to keep the hut running. Close to the hut, you will find a small long drop toilet.
Overnighting in this hut is not possible, and please be considerate of the local rules. Daniel and I stayed up here for an hour during the midnight sun, looking at the changing clouds and sheltering from the strong wind. The large fixed window gives a true cinema feeling.
Where to stay nearby
If you plan to follow my Lyngen Alps itinerary, it will be best to spend a few nights in either Djupvik, from where you will have easier access to other hikes in the area. Djupvik is a small village in the municipality of Kåfjord, located directly on the E6. It is a small town right on the Lyngenfjord, where you will find a small 24-hour supermarket and a few hotels. Below are my recommendations for your stay.
Best Value
Arctic Lyngen Sjøcamp
This is a scenic waterfront campsite in Djupvik, Northern Norway, offering panoramic views of the Lyngen Fjord and the dramatic Lyngen Alps. Open year-round, it provides pitches for campers and tents as well as cosy cabins.
Top Rated
Nestled on the shores of the Lyngenfjord, Lyngen North is a boutique retreat offering elegant glass igloos and Sky Suites with panoramic views of the Lyngen Alps.
