This near-roadside cliff is popular destination for Lofoten climbers, offering several classic routes at amenable grades. The routes are quite long - up to four pitches, the approach only takes a few minutes and there is an easy walk-off. Generally the rock is good - though the occasional loose block or flake needs care. The accessibility and the grade spread, plus the sunny aspect means that the cliff is popular and queues are not unheard of - though at least you can check you route before leaving the road!
Routes
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26 trad routes (N5-...N8) Graded List of Routes List of First Ascents | |||
| Buttress (click for routes) | No. of Routes | Route Type | Sunshine or shade |
Approach walk | Other |
| Live Aid On the left-hand side of the face the crag disappears into a gloomy gully that only get the sun for... |
5 | Trad |
Sun and shade |
Level 5 mins |
Seepage |
| Tynne ting The slabby central section of the cliff only has a small set of routes. They are all poorly... |
3 | Trad |
Lots of sun! |
Level 5 mins |
Windy |
| Gandalf The fine broad buttress that makes up the main bulk of the cliff is home to many of its best routes... |
7 | Trad |
Lots of sun! |
Level 5 mins |
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| Guns 'n' Roses The right-hand side of the face swings round to form a steep wall. The classic of Guns 'n' Roses is... |
9 | Trad |
Lots of sun! |
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| Silmarillion Wall The right-ward extension of the Gandalf Wall forms a fine tall buttress of excellent orange... |
4 | Trad |
Lots of sun! |
Uphill 20 mins |
Windy |
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