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Keiservarden

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Norway

Nordland

Bodø

Keiservarden

Easy

4.8

(8)

hikers

Keiservarden

01:56

4.70km

250m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: February 24, 2025

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Parking

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919 m

Svartnatnet

Highlight • Lake

This beautiful lake is visited on the hike up to Keiservarden. These trails are much-loved by the people of Bødo. The trail here was inaugurated by Queen Sonja in 2016 and it's thought that around 100,000 locals ascend to Keiservarden every year.

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1.65 km

Keiservarden Ascent Trail

Highlight • Trail

Keiservarden is a real favourite for the people of Bødo. In 2016, Queen Sonja officially open the sherpa-built trail up to the summit. At the top of the climb, there's a circular viewfinder that allows you to name the surrounding islands and peaks.

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2.29 km

Keiservarden Summit

Highlight • Summit

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 easy to walk, which is what many people do. The view from the way, but especially from the summit, is simply sensational. You have a 360° view, from the one over Bodø to the one over the sea. If the visibility is good, you can see the Lofoten Islands flashing in the distance. The light is unique. You have to do it!
Why is the mountain called Keiservarden? Well, because in 1891 the German Emperor Wilhelm II (and his entourage) was up here. A landmark was erected in his honor and the path up here was called Keiserstien. Wilhelm II was a Norway fan.

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4.70 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.73 km

1.77 km

181 m

Surfaces

4.18 km

498 m

Elevation

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