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The Top 20 Natural Monuments in the Scandinavian Mountains

Scandinavian Mountains’s landscape is a beautiful place to explore — something that you can best experience by visiting one of our 20

beautiful natural monuments in the Scandinavian Mountains. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!

Last updated: November 21, 2025

North Cape Globe (Nordkapp Globe)

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You can walk along the cliffs and then get a better view of the rock on which the globe stands and in front of which everyone has to take a …

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Torghatten Cave

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According to legend, the spectacular hole is the result of a dramatic love story: The troll Hestmannen was trying to win over a beautiful girl named Lekamøya. When he realized …

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Abiskojåkka Canyon

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A great photo opportunity! Here the river has eaten its way so deep into the rock that a small gorge has formed.

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Kirkeporten Rock Arch

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This extraordinary rock is a geological peculiarity. A rocky outcrop several meters wide in steps with a round opening on the side. The midnight sun can also be seen through …

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Children of the Earth Monument (Barn av Jorden)

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In June 1988, seven children from different countries of the world were gathered at the North Cape. They stayed here for a week and together they created the Children of …

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Haukland Beach

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Haukland Beach is a sandy beach in Lofoten near the town of Leknes. Since it is said to be one of the most beautiful beaches in the region, it is …

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Keiservarden Summit

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Keiservarden is probably Bodø's most popular hiking destination, which is probably well visited all year round. The path up Veten (that's what the mountain is actually called) is well-paved and …

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North Cape Globe

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You should never give up your goals, even if they are at the end of the world.
Here you need good windproof clothing when the weather is not good. But …

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Djevelporten (Devil's Gate) Stone Bridge

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The view is worth it. The difficult sections have now been supplemented by steps, which are being expanded further. There is a small rest area at Djevelporten itself and the rock bridge is easy to reach.

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Svartisen Glacier

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If you are on the coastal path, you should definitely make a detour here.

First we took the Isprins ferry across the Hollandsfjord. From the pier to the “Engabreen” tongue …

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Extend your search for the best caves by checking out these guides of the top ones in the Scandinavian Mountains:

The Top 20 Natural Monuments in the Scandinavian Mountains

North Cape Globe (Nordkapp Globe)

Torghatten Cave

Abiskojåkka Canyon

Kirkeporten Rock Arch

Children of the Earth Monument (Barn av Jorden)

Haukland Beach

Keiservarden Summit

North Cape Globe

Djevelporten (Devil's Gate) Stone Bridge

Svartisen Glacier

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