View from Glæret – Midtertind (623 m) loop from Gryllefjord kapell

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View from Glæret – Midtertind (623 m) loop from Gryllefjord kapell

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View from Glæret – Midtertind (623 m) loop from Gryllefjord kapell

02:52

4.81km

480m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 16, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 433 m for 1.35 km

After 3.37 km for 1.07 km

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

64 m

Gazebo and Picnic Area in Gryllefjord

Highlight • Rest Area

942 m

Ascent of Glæret and Middagstinden

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

The climb to Glæret and Middagstinden is steep and technical, requiring ropes. But whichever summit you climb, the view is well worth the effort.

Tip by

1.59 km

View from Glæret

Highlight • Viewpoint

Glæret is a peak 380 metres above sea level. At the top, you have a superb view of Gryllefjord and its fjord.

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2.51 km

Midtertind (623 m)

Highlight • Summit

A steep climb up to the middle, even by Norwegian standards. After that, it's through a lot of scree. Still worth it if the visibility is good.

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4.28 km

Trailhead for Glæret and Middagstinden

Highlight • Trail

This is where the trail to Glæret and Middagstinden begins. The route covers 370 metres over two kilometres to Glæret and 610 metres over three kilometres to Middagstinden.

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4.81 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.01 km

532 m

204 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.01 km

591 m

116 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (470 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Sunday 18 October

11°C

8°C

99 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 56.0 km/h

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Comments

August 8, 2025,Glæret e Middagstinden con partenza da Gryllefjord

Our first hike on Senja Island, undertaken somewhat by chance, turned out to be a wonderful surprise. The trail was always clear and fun, never boring. The first part was a bit muddy. The views, as usual, were fantastic.

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October 12, 2024,Glæret / Middagstinden von Gryllefjorden

The hiking trail begins behind the school in Gryllefjord (not sure exactly where you are allowed to park in the village). The path quickly becomes steep, over hill and dale. There is a rope stretched over a long section (but you don't really need it). Further up the path runs over rocks, the blue markings and stones show you the …

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