Nordøyane’s Peaks: Your Hiking Checklist
- Marion Solheim
- Apr 6
- 3 min read
From fjord to summit! The five islands of Nordøyane offer many fantastic peaks to conquer. Here’s a good list for hiking enthusiasts!
GOALDET (Lepsøya)
The mountain Goaldet is definitely worth the trip, rising 490 meters above sea level. At the summit, you'll find a well-built stone cairn. The view is simply majestic from here, overlooking the ocean, the surrounding islands and mountains.
Just below the peak, there’s a charming stone hut, built by Lepsøy Idrettslag and dedicated volunteers. It’s the perfect spot to enjoy your packed lunch while taking in the stunning views of Romsdalsfjorden and the surrounding mountains. You can even stay overnight! (A cozy wood stove has been installed in the hut for heating, but you’ll need to bring your own firewood.)
Difficulty level: moderate
Estimated duration (from start to end): 2 hours 10 minutes
Season: all, both spring, summer, fall and winter
Trail markings: yes
Mobile coverage: yes
For more details about the hike, see Hytta ved Goaldet på Lepsøya at Morotur.
HARØYBURET (Harøya/Finnøya)
Harøyburet may not be a towering peak at 156.2 meters above sea level, but sometimes that’s just right for a perfect hike. From the summit, you’ll enjoy beautiful views of the island landscape to the north and south. The trail to Harøyburet follows an easily accessible gravel road and path, though some sections are quite steep. In winter, the route is neither plowed nor sanded, so hikers must assess the conditions themselves.
Difficulty level: moderate
Hike length (round trip): 4,93 kilometers
Estimated duration (from start to end): 1 hour 40 minutes
Season: all, both spring, summer, fall and winter
Trail markings: yes
Mobile coverage: yes
For more details about the hike, see Harøyburet on Morotur.
MANNEN (Haramsøya)
Mannen is the highest mountain on Haramsøya, standing at 371 meters above sea level. Along the hike, you’ll often spot ravens and eagles, and from the summit, you can simply take in the awesome views.
From here, you can see south to the city of Ålesund, across to the neighboring island of Lepsøya, the village of Haram, and out over the vast ocean. To the east, you’ll spot Flemsøya/Skuløya and Ullahornet, a steep north-facing coastal mountain of great conservation value. You’ll also have a clear view of Haramsfjellet, where wind turbines stand against the landscape.
Difficulty level: moderate
Hike length (one-way): 1,5 kilometers
Estimated duration (from start to end): 2 hours
Season: all, both spring, summer, fall and winter
Trail markings: yes
Mobile coverage: yes
For more details about the hike, see Mannen on Morotur.
RØHAMMAREN (Haramsøya)
Bring your packed lunch and enjoy it on the bench at the top of Røhammaren. The trail has a steady incline all the way up, and from the summit at 179 meters above sea level, you’ll be rewarded with great views to the north. On the way down, you can take a detour to Stormyrhytta; the trail is well signposted. There, you’ll find a fire pit, kayaks, and even an outhouse. A truly charming hike!
Difficulty level: easy
Hike length (one way): 3,6 kilometers
Estimated duration (from start to end): 1 hour
Season: all, both spring, summer, fall and winter
Trail markings: yes
Mobile coverage: yes
For more details about the hike, see Røhammaren Haramsøy on Morotur.
SKULEN (Flemsøya/Skuløya)
Skulen offers a breathtaking 360-degree panoramic view. Located 492 meters above sea level it is the highest point on Flemsøya/Skuløya. From the summit, you can see the horizon over the open ocean and the sharp peaks of the Sunnmøre Alps if you turn.
Difficulty level: moderate
Hike length (one way): 1,34 kilometers
Estimated duration (from start to end): 2 hours 45 minutes
Season: all, both spring, summer, fall and winter
Trail markings: yes
Mobile coverage: yes
For more details about the hike, see Skulen on Morotur.
STORHAUGEN (Lepsøya)
Storhaugen sits at 289 meters above sea level, with a trail leading there from Goaldet - thus making it possible to conquer two peaks in one hike. The view over the ocean is awesome, but the mountainsides are steep. For a safer descent, take the trail down toward Hellevika. Better safe than sorry, of course.
ULLAHORNET (Haramsøya)
ÆAFJELLET (Fjørtofta)
Fjørtofta is a relatively flat island, with Æafjellet as its highest point at 113 meters above sea level. This is a great hike suitable for all ages.
Difficulty level: easy
Hike length (one way): 1,34 kilometers
Estimated duration (one way): 55 minutes
Season: all, both spring, summer, fall and winter
Trail markings: yes
Mobile coverage: yes
For more details about the hike, see Æafjellet on Morotur.
Have a great hike at Nordøyane!
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