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Alta

Northern Lights Cathedral loop from Alta

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Norway

Ruija region

Alta

Northern Lights Cathedral loop from Alta

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Northern Lights Cathedral loop from Alta

01:14

20.0km

180m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 25, 2025

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5.57 km

Kvalsund Bridge

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Well it's a simple suspension bridge over a normal river ... and I'm over there three times;) I had to put my dog in the trailer each time, because the …

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14.6 km

View of the Alta River

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There is a good view of the river from the bridge. Right next to it is the campsite. A few small boats are parked on the beach. I'm not sure if you can rent one.

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19.7 km

Northern Lights Cathedral

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A very interesting building. At first I didn't know it was a cathedral. There is lighting at night. If you are lucky you can catch the northern lights in the background at night.

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End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.0 km

7.59 km

191 m

123 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

17.1 km

2.52 km

193 m

191 m

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Weather

Tuesday 7 July

20°C

13°C

88 %

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