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Flakstad

View of Kvalvika Beach – View of Kvalvika Beach loop from Kvalvika

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Norway

Nordland

Flakstad

View of Kvalvika Beach – View of Kvalvika Beach loop from Kvalvika

Moderate

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View of Kvalvika Beach – View of Kvalvika Beach loop from Kvalvika

02:39

5.69km

510m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

Last updated: June 24, 2026

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415 m

Sherpa Stairway Between Kvalvika and Forsvatnet

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A new stairway is being built which is expected to be completed in autumn 2024. This should make the climb though the stone field much easier in the future. Interesting …

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660 m

Sherpa Trail to Kvalvika Beach

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A Sherpa trail is currently being built for the section down to Kvalvika Beach. Please note that it is not yet completely finished.

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1.05 km

View of Forsvatnet

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Due to Escherichia coli infestation, you should not drink water in the stream that flows from the lake towards the beach (not even with a water filter) as of 07/2023

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1.67 km

View of Kvalvika Beach

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Due to Escherichia coli infestation, you should not drink water in the stream that flows from the lake towards the beach (not even with a water filter) as of 07/2023

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1.99 km

View of Kvalvika Beach

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Great view of two beaches

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2.50 km

View of Kvalvika Beach from Ryten

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Overlooking Kvalvika Beach, Ryten offers one of the most spectacular views in Lofoten. Seen from the beach, the mountain resembles a massive cliff rising 543 meters (1,782 ft) directly from the sea.

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2.78 km

Ryten Summit

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Ryten is a deservedly popular objective that's suitable for avid hiking families. The views from the top down to the idyllic Kvalvika Beach are sumptuous. Take care on the path …

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4.58 km

Wooden Boardwalk to Kvalvika Beach

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Enjoy the awesome views while easily walking along wooden walkways over the swampy ground.

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5.69 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.61 km

2.06 km

Surfaces

4.22 km

1.44 km

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View of Kvalvika Beach – View of Kvalvika Beach loop from Kvalvika

Sherpa Stairway Between Kvalvika and Forsvatnet

Sherpa Trail to Kvalvika Beach

View of Forsvatnet

View of Kvalvika Beach

View of Kvalvika Beach

View of Kvalvika Beach from Ryten

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