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Welcome to a grand expedition through the pristine wonders of Western and Northern Norway, a land of extraordinary fjords, rugged coastlines, and ethereal landscapes. This stage commences in the historic city of Trondheim, where medieval charm meets modern vitality. From here, you’ll embark on a easterly course into Sweden, before heading back to the dramatic coastline and untamed beauty of Norway. A highlight of the stage is the iconic Lofoten peninsula. This archipelago, with its soaring peaks, quaint fishing villages, and vivid seascapes, is a painter’s dream and a hiker’s paradise. Continuing your voyage northward, you’ll arrive in Tromso, the northernmost city in Norway. Known as the Paris of the North, Tromso effortlessly combines urban elegance with Arctic allure. The final part of this stage will lead you eastward, through the Lapp Gate, where you cross into the rugged beauty of Lapland. Here, the landscape transforms, revealing vast stretches of tundra, punctuated by sparkling lakes and ancient forests on the way to the stage destination in Sweden’s most northerly city, Kiruna.<\/p>\n

See trip in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

Total Legs: 21 Total Distance: 1002 Total Time(125kts): 8 hours 0 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg 1<\/strong><\/p>\n

Flying from ENVA<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg Distance: 26.83 Approximate time at 125kts: 13 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

See leg in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

ENVA(ENVA) to Stjordalselva(POI1)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 6.92NM Bearing: 83\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

After takeoff fly east, following the Stj\u00f8rdal River along a wide valley<\/p>\n

Stjordalselva(POI1) to Stjordalselva(POI2)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 2NM Bearing: 124\u00b0 1 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Where the river meets the smaller Forra River, it will turn southeast through a narrow valley<\/p>\n

Stjordalselva(POI2) to Stjordalselva(POI3)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 1.84NM Bearing: 43\u00b0 1 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

The river will turn northeast briefly before continuing east along the narrow valley<\/p>\n

Stjordalselva(POI3) to Stjordalselva(POI4)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 5.31NM Bearing: 80\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Stay with the river as it heads east before making a sharp left – right kink<\/p>\n

Stjordalselva(POI4) to Meraker(POI5)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 7.44NM Bearing: 108\u00b0 4 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

The river will turn slightly to the southeast before the valley widens out, passing the town of Krokstad on the way to the town of Mer\u00e5ker<\/p>\n

Meraker(POI5) to ENME(ENME)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 3.32NM Bearing: 140\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

As the river continues east from Meraker, follow the smaller valley branching off to the southeast to the small grass airfield<\/p>\n

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Leg 2<\/strong><\/p>\n

Flying from ENME<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg Distance: 50.5 Approximate time at 125kts: 24 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

See leg in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

ENME(ENME) to Gronbergdammen(POI6)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 2.78NM Bearing: 75\u00b0 1 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

After takeoff, fly east to nearby Gr\u00f8nberg Dam<\/p>\n

Gronbergdammen(POI6) to Storlien(POI7)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 6.13NM Bearing: 121\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Follow the E14 highway southeast along the valley, which will soon open out to a large area of flat land as you head towards the border with Sweden, where the road will cross a small mountain pass<\/p>\n

Storlien(POI7) to Rensjon(POI8)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 5.88NM Bearing: 54\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

As you reach the ski resort town of Storlien, turn northeast and fly across the flat land to Rensj\u00f6n lake, a pair of long lakes divided by a narrow middle section<\/p>\n

Rensjon(POI8) to Bodsjon(POI9)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 9.95NM Bearing: 54\u00b0 5 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Continue northeast to Bodsjon lake which has a small island at its center, and is at the western end of a chain of lakes<\/p>\n

Bodsjon(POI9) to Tannforsen(POI10)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 4.89NM Bearing: 85\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Turn east and head along the lakes towards the nearby mountains. Separating two of these lakes is Tannforsen, Sweden&apos;s largest waterfall and popular tourist attraction<\/p>\n

Tannforsen(POI10) to Areskutan(POI11)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 6.13NM Bearing: 90\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Continue east as you climb towards the mountain peak of Areskutan<\/p>\n

Areskutan(POI11) to Are(POI12)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 3.12NM Bearing: 139\u00b0 1 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

As you near the peak, turn southeast and descend to the popular ski resort town of \u00c5re, which lies between the mountain and the river. Enjoy the spectacular view on the way<\/p>\n

Are(POI12) to Undersaker(POI13)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 6.94NM Bearing: 130\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Follow the river southeast<\/p>\n

Undersaker(POI13) to ESJA(ESJA)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 4.68NM Bearing: 69\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

The river will curve around to the northeast towards Liten lake. Just before the lake you will see Moland Airfield next to the river<\/p>\n

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Leg 3<\/strong><\/p>\n

Flying from ESJA<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg Distance: 30.47 Approximate time at 125kts: 15 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

See leg in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

ESJA(ESJA) to Morsil(POI14)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 6.19NM Bearing: 96\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fly along the lake to its eastern end, where it will narrow and lead you to the town of Morsil<\/p>\n

Morsil(POI14) to Ockesjon(POI15)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 4.41NM Bearing: 108\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Follow the waterway southeast, where it will soon widen out into another lake, Ockesjon<\/p>\n

Ockesjon(POI15) to Storsjon(POI16)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 11.65NM Bearing: 89\u00b0 6 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Continue east to Storsjon, Sweden&apos;s fifth largest lake<\/p>\n

Storsjon(POI16) to ESNZ(ESNZ)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 8.22NM Bearing: 109\u00b0 4 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

A large island near the eastern edge of the lake is home to Ostersund Airport, which serves the nearby city on the lake&apos;s eastern shore<\/p>\n

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Leg 4<\/strong><\/p>\n

Flying from ESNZ<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg Distance: 47.2 Approximate time at 125kts: 23 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

See leg in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

ESNZ(ESNZ) to Ostersund(POI17)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 3.89NM Bearing: 96\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

After takeoff, fly east to the nearby city of \u00d6stersund, the largest inland city in northern Sweden with over 50,000 people<\/p>\n

Ostersund(POI17) to E45(POI18)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 7.79NM Bearing: 40\u00b0 4 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

From the city, turn northeast and meet up with highway 45 heading in the same direction to the northern tip of a nearby lake, Mosjon. E45 is the longest road in Sweden<\/p>\n

E45(POI18) to E45(POI19)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 5.76NM Bearing: 353\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Stay with the highway as it heads north and crosses the Indals\u00e4lven at the town of Lit. It is one of Sweden&apos;s longest rivers<\/p>\n

E45(POI19) to E45(POI20)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 17.59NM Bearing: 44\u00b0 8 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Just north of the town, the highway will turn back to the northeast and across the flat countryside, passing between two small lakes on the way to a group of larger ones<\/p>\n

E45(POI20) to Hammerdalssjon(POI21)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 5.45NM Bearing: 349\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

As it nears the lakes, the road will once again turn north and cross a large lake, Hammerdalssj\u00f6n<\/p>\n

Hammerdalssjon(POI21) to ESNA(ESNA)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 6.72NM Bearing: 16\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Keep following the highway as it turns back towards the northeast and heads towards another group of lakes. Just before you reach the lakes, Hallviken Airport will be on the left side of the highway. One runway of this airport is still open but mostly unused<\/p>\n

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Leg 5<\/strong><\/p>\n

Flying from ESNA<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg Distance: 65.19 Approximate time at 125kts: 31 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

See leg in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

ESNA(ESNA) to Stromsund(POI22)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 7.17NM Bearing: 12\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

From Hallviken, head north to the nearby town of Str\u00f6msund, where the E45 highway crosses Str\u00f6ms vattudal, a long narrow lake system<\/p>\n

Stromsund(POI22) to Stroms vattudal(POI23)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 21.63NM Bearing: 330\u00b0 10 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Follow the narrow lake northwest, where it will eventually branch into two narrow channels<\/p>\n

Stroms vattudal(POI23) to Stroms vattudal(POI24)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 6.92NM Bearing: 321\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Follow the left channel which will continue briefly north before turning northwest around a large hill<\/p>\n

Stroms vattudal(POI24) to Stroms vattudal(POI25)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 5.16NM Bearing: 300\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Keep following the waterway northwest<\/p>\n

Stroms vattudal(POI25) to Stroms vattudal(POI26)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 6.19NM Bearing: 266\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

The waterway will turn west and wind its way between some more hills<\/p>\n

Stroms vattudal(POI26) to Kalberget(POI27)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 7.21NM Bearing: 291\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Continue northwest towards the prominent peak, Kalberget<\/p>\n

Kalberget(POI27) to Gaddede(POI28)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 9.78NM Bearing: 298\u00b0 5 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

From the mountain peak, continue northwest along the waterway to where it narrows at the lakeside town of G\u00e4ddede<\/p>\n

Gaddede(POI28) to SE017(SE017)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 1.13NM Bearing: 245\u00b0 1 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

As you approach the town, look to the left for Frostlanda Airfield, a small airstrip cut into the forest on the side of a nearby hill<\/p>\n

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Leg 6<\/strong><\/p>\n

Flying from SE017<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg Distance: 48.3 Approximate time at 125kts: 23 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

See leg in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

SE017(SE017) to Kvesjoen(POI29)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 9.79NM Bearing: 270\u00b0 5 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

After takeoff, fly west along the length of two adjoining lakes, Murusj\u00f8en and Kvesj\u00f8en, which will take you back into Norway<\/p>\n

Kvesjoen(POI29) to Laksjoen(POI30)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 4.59NM Bearing: 229\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

When you reach the western tip of the lake, fly southwest over the hills to another large lake, Laksj\u00f8en<\/p>\n

Laksjoen(POI30) to Otersjoen(POI31)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 8.27NM Bearing: 277\u00b0 4 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

From Laksj\u00f8en, follow a chain of smaller lakes west<\/p>\n

Otersjoen(POI31) to Sanddola(POI32)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 3.6NM Bearing: 269\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

From the western end of the lake, follow the Sandd\u00f8la river west into a narrow valley and follow it west<\/p>\n

Sanddola(POI32) to Sanddola(POI33)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 5.02NM Bearing: 241\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Keep following the river valley as it curves around to the southwest. The area here is part of the Sandd\u00f8ldalen Nature Reserve<\/p>\n

Sanddola(POI33) to Sanddola(POI34)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 10.83NM Bearing: 258\u00b0 5 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Stay with the river as it continues west<\/p>\n

Sanddola(POI34) to Sanddola(POI35)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 5.37NM Bearing: 225\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

The river will turn back to the southwest towards its junction with the Luru River<\/p>\n

Sanddola(POI35) to ENGR(ENGR)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 0.83NM Bearing: 268\u00b0 0 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Just to the west of the river junction and road bridge is the small grass strip of Grong Airfield<\/p>\n

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Leg 7<\/strong><\/p>\n

Flying from ENGR<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg Distance: 23.55 Approximate time at 125kts: 11 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

See leg in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

ENGR(ENGR) to Grong(POI36)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 3.98NM Bearing: 344\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

After takeoff, fly north with the river as it meanders along the valley towards to town of Grong, where it will meet the Namsen River<\/p>\n

Grong(POI36) to Namsen(POI37)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 7.33NM Bearing: 267\u00b0 4 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Turn west with the river and follow it across the landscape as it passes to the south of a mountain<\/p>\n

Namsen(POI37) to Namsen(POI38)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 3.73NM Bearing: 244\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

As the river turns north around another large hill, continue southwest to meet it on the other side<\/p>\n

Namsen(POI38) to Namsen(POI39)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 6.95NM Bearing: 280\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Stay with the river as it continues west before turning northwest along the beautiful Namdalen Valley<\/p>\n

Namsen(POI39) to ENNM(ENNM)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 1.56NM Bearing: 254\u00b0 1 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

As the river turns west the valley will open out to the town of Namsos, where you will see the airport near the eastern end of the town<\/p>\n

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Leg 8<\/strong><\/p>\n

Flying from ENNM<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg Distance: 31.92 Approximate time at 125kts: 15 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

See leg in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

ENNM(ENNM) to Namsenfjorden(POI40)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 3.88NM Bearing: 243\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fly west along the waterway past the town of Namsen<\/p>\n

Namsenfjorden(POI40) to Lokkaren(POI41)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 4.72NM Bearing: 359\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

As you pass the mountain to your right, follow the shore around to the north and fly along the narrow channel<\/p>\n

Lokkaren(POI41) to Surviksundet(POI42)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 3.58NM Bearing: 297\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

When you reach the open body of water at the northern end of the channel, turn northwest and fly along another narrow channel<\/p>\n

Surviksundet(POI42) to Foldafjorden(POI43)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 7.35NM Bearing: 1\u00b0 4 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

As the channel opens out to another larger waterway, turn north and follow another channel, which will eventually pass between two mountainous headlands<\/p>\n

Foldafjorden(POI43) to Hundhammerfjellet(POI44)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 4.55NM Bearing: 359\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Continue north across the Folda fjord to the long, narrow peninsula. A wind farm sits atop the hills running along the peninsula<\/p>\n

Hundhammerfjellet(POI44) to Stor-Arnoya(POI45)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 3.75NM Bearing: 302\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

From the wind farm, fly northwest over a group of many small islands<\/p>\n

Stor-Arnoya(POI45) to ENRM(ENRM)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 4.09NM Bearing: 304\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Continue northwest over a larger hilly island to Rorvik Airport on the large island of Inner Vikna<\/p>\n

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Leg 9<\/strong><\/p>\n

Flying from ENRM<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg Distance: 48.39 Approximate time at 125kts: 23 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

See leg in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

ENRM(ENRM) to Rorvik(POI46)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 2.76NM Bearing: 53\u00b0 1 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fly northeast to the nearby port town of R\u00f8rvik. Two bridges, the N\u00e6r\u00f8ysund Bridge and Mar\u00f8ysund Bridge, connect the town with the mainland<\/p>\n

Rorvik(POI46) to Kvingla(POI47)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 7.34NM Bearing: 45\u00b0 4 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Continue northeast across the channel and follow the coastline of the Kvingla peninsula northeast. This mountainous peninsula is technically an island after a canal was built in the southeast<\/p>\n

Kvingla(POI47) to Leka(POI48)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 9.1NM Bearing: 19\u00b0 4 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

When you pass the northwestern tip of the peninsula, head north towards the island of Leka. The mountain peak of Vattind dominates the center of the island<\/p>\n

Leka(POI48) to Skeisneset(POI49)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 5.16NM Bearing: 54\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fly to the northeastern tip of the island. This flat area is part of the Skeisneset nature reserve<\/p>\n

Skeisneset(POI49) to Kvaloya(POI50)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 7.93NM Bearing: 34\u00b0 4 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Head northeast across the mouth of R\u00f8ingen fjord to the island of Kval\u00f8ya, one of many islands of the same name in Norway. The peak of Kval\u00f8yfjellet is near the center of the island<\/p>\n

Kvaloya(POI50) to Hellbergsoya(POI51)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 7.34NM Bearing: 358\u00b0 4 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fly north over the open water to a group of uninhabited long narrow islands<\/p>\n

Hellbergsoya(POI51) to Torghatten(POI52)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 3.84NM Bearing: 23\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Turn and head northeast towards the prominent peak of Torghatten on the island of Torget. The mountain is well known for its hole through the center, which is a naturally formed tunnel<\/p>\n

Torghatten(POI52) to ENBN(ENBN)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 4.92NM Bearing: 34\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

From Torghatten, you should see Br\u00f8nn\u00f8y airport to the northeast, which serves the town of Br\u00f8nn\u00f8ysund<\/p>\n

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Leg 10<\/strong><\/p>\n

Flying from ENBN<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg Distance: 32.18 Approximate time at 125kts: 15 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

See leg in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

ENBN(ENBN) to Sjovollen(POI53)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 7.85NM Bearing: 7\u00b0 4 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fly north over the town of Br\u00f8nn\u00f8ysund, then past the mountain peak of Mosaksla on the way to the northern tip of the peninsula<\/p>\n

Sjovollen(POI53) to Vevelstadsundet(POI54)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 9.5NM Bearing: 21\u00b0 5 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Turning slightly northeast, fly along the narrow channel between the island of Hamn\u00f8ya and the mainland<\/p>\n

Vevelstadsundet(POI54) to Rodoya(POI55)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 5.78NM Bearing: 14\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fly north to the nearby island of R\u00f8d\u00f8ya. A mountain runs along the north of the island<\/p>\n

Rodoya(POI55) to Alsten(POI56)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 5.84NM Bearing: 329\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Turn and fly northwest over a group of flat islands to the island of Alsten, and the southern end of a mountain range called the Seven Sisters – a line of mountain peaks roughly 1000 meters in height<\/p>\n

Alsten(POI56) to ENST(ENST)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 3.21NM Bearing: 2\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Head north to Stokka Airport on the west coast of the island<\/p>\n

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Leg 11<\/strong><\/p>\n

Flying from ENST<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg Distance: 53.85 Approximate time at 125kts: 26 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

See leg in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

ENST(ENST) to Sandnessjoen(POI57)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 6.19NM Bearing: 44\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fly northeast along the length of the island to the town of Sandnessj\u00f8en. Just to the east of the town is the Helgeland Bridge, which links the island to the mainland<\/p>\n

Sandnessjoen(POI57) to Reinesfjellet(POI58)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 2.42NM Bearing: 4\u00b0 1 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

After passing the town, fly north across the water to the western tip of a mainland peninsula which features the mountain ridge and peak of Reinesfjellet<\/p>\n

Reinesfjellet(POI58) to Ytre Lavong(POI59)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 10.16NM Bearing: 51\u00b0 5 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Follow the mountain range northeast along the peninsula&apos;s northern coast<\/p>\n

Ytre Lavong(POI59) to Ranfjorden(POI60)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 8.68NM Bearing: 51\u00b0 4 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

After passing the mountain range, continue northeast along Ranfjord<\/p>\n

Ranfjorden(POI60) to Hemnesberget(POI61)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 7.24NM Bearing: 82\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

From a small island in the center of the fjord, continue east towards a narrow section of the fjord<\/p>\n

Hemnesberget(POI61) to Mo i Rana(POI62)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 13.33NM Bearing: 62\u00b0 6 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Turning northeast, the fjord will widen as it leads you to the city of Mo i Rana at its eastern end. The city has one of Norway&apos;s largest industrial parks<\/p>\n

Mo i Rana(POI62) to Ranelva(POI63)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 4.26NM Bearing: 62\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Continue northeast past over the town along the river Ranelva<\/p>\n

Ranelva(POI63) to ENRA(ENRA)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 1.57NM Bearing: 336\u00b0 1 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

The river will curve around the mountain that overlooks the city and lead you north to Rossvoll Airport<\/p>\n

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Leg 12<\/strong><\/p>\n

Flying from ENRA<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg Distance: 67.48 Approximate time at 125kts: 32 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

See leg in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

ENRA(ENRA) to Rovassaga(POI64)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 3.61NM Bearing: 325\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

After takeoff, fly northwest past the eastern end of Langvatnet lake, then follow the Rovassaga river north into a valley<\/p>\n

Rovassaga(POI64) to Rovassaga river(POI65)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 1.88NM Bearing: 22\u00b0 1 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Follow the river briefly northeast, where it will meet another river. The many rivers in this area are used for hydroelectric power<\/p>\n

Rovassaga river(POI65) to Svartisvatnet(POI66)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 5.06NM Bearing: 306\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

At the river junction, turn north as you gain altitude and follow the river as it curves and climbs northwest to a narrow lake<\/p>\n

Svartisvatnet(POI66) to Storglomvatnet(POI67)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 11.92NM Bearing: 359\u00b0 6 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

From the western tip of the lake, fly north over the eastern half of the Svartisen glacier which, combined with the western half, is Norway&apos;s second largest glacier. North of the glacier is the horseshoe shaped Storglom lake. The glacier also marks the crossing point of the Arctic Circle<\/p>\n

Storglomvatnet(POI67) to Storglomvatnet(POI68)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 4.68NM Bearing: 353\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Continue to the northern tip of the lake<\/p>\n

Storglomvatnet(POI68) to Arstadvatnet(POI69)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 5.98NM Bearing: 40\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Follow a chain of smaller lakes northeast to the picturesque Arstad lake, at the foot of Simlebreen glacier<\/p>\n

Arstadvatnet(POI69) to Arstaddalsdammen(POI70)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 5.72NM Bearing: 359\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fly north along a narrow valley, past another long narrow lake<\/p>\n

Arstaddalsdammen(POI70) to Sintind(POI71)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 4.42NM Bearing: 13\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

After passing the dam at the northern end of the lake, follow the river valley northeast towards the prominent mountain peak, Sintind<\/p>\n

Sintind(POI71) to Beiarelva(POI72)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 2.44NM Bearing: 70\u00b0 1 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

At the base of the peak, the river will head east to meet the Beiar river<\/p>\n

Beiarelva(POI72) to Beiarfjorden(POI73)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 2.54NM Bearing: 7\u00b0 1 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Follow the river north to the Beiar fjord<\/p>\n

Beiarfjorden(POI73) to Nordfjorden(POI74)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 7.63NM Bearing: 273\u00b0 4 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Follow the fjord as it curves around to the west and along some narrow sections before meeting the larger Nordfjorden<\/p>\n

Nordfjorden(POI74) to Saltfjorden(POI75)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 7.61NM Bearing: 2\u00b0 4 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Follow Nordfjorden north until you reach the wide open waters of Saltfjorden<\/p>\n

Saltfjorden(POI75) to ENBO(ENBO)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 3.99NM Bearing: 9\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fly north across the fjord to Bod\u00f8 Airport, which runs along the southern end of the city<\/p>\n

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Leg 13<\/strong><\/p>\n

Flying from ENBO<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg Distance: 61.53 Approximate time at 125kts: 30 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

See leg in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

ENBO(ENBO) to Landegode(POI76)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 8.28NM Bearing: 344\u00b0 4 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fly north to the mountainous island of Landegode. The tallest point on the island is Rypdalstinden. Head for the valley between the island&apos;s tallest peaks for some extra sightseeing<\/p>\n

Landegode(POI76) to Helligvaer(POI77)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 9.24NM Bearing: 266\u00b0 4 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fly west to the Helligv\u00e6r island group. There are over 300 flat, treeless islands in the group, with 5 of them inhabited<\/p>\n

Helligvaer(POI77) to Vedoya(POI78)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 40.69NM Bearing: 268\u00b0 20 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Turn west and head across Vestfjorden, where you will eventually see two small mountainous islands in the far distance. These islands and many smaller ones nearby are home to over a million seabirds<\/p>\n

Vedoya(POI78) to ENRS(ENRS)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 3.32NM Bearing: 334\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

As you approach the islands you will see the flat island of R\u00f8st to their north, where most of the local population live and is home to a thriving fishing community. Much of the island is covered with fish drying racks. The airport is in the north of the island<\/p>\n

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Leg 14<\/strong><\/p>\n

Flying from ENRS<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg Distance: 55.47 Approximate time at 125kts: 27 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

See leg in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

ENRS(ENRS) to Vaeroy(POI79)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 12.9NM Bearing: 51\u00b0 6 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

After takeoff, fly northeast to the island of V\u00e6r\u00f8y, which will be the start of your journey along the Lofoten islands – one of Norway&apos;s most popular tourist destinations<\/p>\n

Vaeroy(POI79) to Vaeroy(POI80)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 4.52NM Bearing: 39\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Crossing over the saddle between the two mountain peaks at the southern end of the island will give a great view of the island&apos;s main bay, part of M\u00e5stadfjellet Nature Reserve. Continue northeast to the northern end of the island.<\/p>\n

Vaeroy(POI80) to Mosken(POI81)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 3.22NM Bearing: 6\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Head north to the small mountainous island of Mosken<\/p>\n

Mosken(POI81) to Moskenesoya(POI82)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 5.14NM Bearing: 10\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Continue north to the southern tip of Moskenes\u00f8ya, the first of the major islands that make up the archipelago. This stretch of water is home to Moskstraumen, a system of tidal eddies and whirlpools, one of the strongest in the world. It is also known as the Lofoten Maelstrom<\/p>\n

Moskenesoya(POI82) to A(POI83)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 5.28NM Bearing: 43\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fly northeast along the eastern side of the island to the town of \u00c5, which marks the southern end of Highway E10<\/p>\n

A(POI83) to Forsfjorden(POI84)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 3.77NM Bearing: 347\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

After you pass the town, turn north and follow a chain of lakes as you climb along a valley to reach Forsfjorden<\/p>\n

Forsfjorden(POI84) to Kjerkfjorden(POI85)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 1.36NM Bearing: 55\u00b0 1 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Follow the fjord around to the northeast, where it will meet Kjerkfjorden<\/p>\n

Kjerkfjorden(POI85) to Kirkefjord(POI86)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 2.13NM Bearing: 338\u00b0 1 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Turn left and fly north along the fjord to its end at the town of Kirkefjord<\/p>\n

Kirkefjord(POI86) to Selfjorden(POI87)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 2.45NM Bearing: 36\u00b0 1 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Before you reach the town, fly northeast through the gap in the mountains, then continue northeast through another gap to reach Selfjorden<\/p>\n

Selfjorden(POI87) to Ramberg(POI88)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 5.69NM Bearing: 28\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fly northeast along the fjord to its northern end near the large sandy beach at the town of Ramberg<\/p>\n

Ramberg(POI88) to Napp(POI89)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 5.09NM Bearing: 59\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

As you follow the headland around to the northeast, you will see another gap through the mountains ahead which will take you to Nappstraumen, the channel between Moskenes\u00f8ya and the next island, Vestv\u00e5g\u00f8ya<\/p>\n

Napp(POI89) to ENLK(ENLK)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 3.92NM Bearing: 65\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Continue northeast to the town of Leknes, one of the main towns on Lofoten. The airport is on the western edge of the town<\/p>\n

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Leg 15<\/strong><\/p>\n

Flying from ENLK<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg Distance: 36.27 Approximate time at 125kts: 17 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

See leg in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

ENLK(ENLK) to Middagstinden(POI90)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 13.5NM Bearing: 23\u00b0 6 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

After takeoff, fly northeast (runway heading) along the wide valley until you reach the coastline. The peak of Middagstinden sits at the northern point of the island. Climbing to the height of the peak will give you a great overview of the surrounding scenery<\/p>\n

Middagstinden(POI90) to Hoven(POI91)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 4.47NM Bearing: 96\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Turn east around the mountain and head for the smaller peak of Hoven, sitting alone on the northern part of the island of Gims\u00f8ya<\/p>\n

Hoven(POI91) to Sundklakkbrua(POI92)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 3.81NM Bearing: 156\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

From the peak, turn southeast and head for the narrow channel between the islands of Gims\u00f8ya and Vestv\u00e5g\u00f8ya. The small bridge crossing here is one of many along the highway that joins the islands<\/p>\n

Sundklakkbrua(POI92) to Lyngvaer(POI93)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 2.89NM Bearing: 157\u00b0 1 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Continue south across the water to a group of flat islands next to the western shore of the largest of the Lofoten islands, Austv\u00e5g\u00f8ya<\/p>\n

Lyngvaer(POI93) to Rorvikstranda(POI94)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 1.41NM Bearing: 132\u00b0 1 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Just past the islands, enter the small bay to the east. A small beach and camping area is at the end of the bay<\/p>\n

Rorvikstranda(POI94) to Kabelvag(POI95)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 5.66NM Bearing: 79\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fly east along the valley and follow the highway all the way to the town of Kabelv\u00e5g on the south coast of the island<\/p>\n

Kabelvag(POI95) to ENSH(ENSH)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 4.53NM Bearing: 55\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Follow the coast northeast past the main town on the island, Svolv\u00e6r, to the town&apos;s airport a few miles further northeast<\/p>\n

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Leg 16<\/strong><\/p>\n

Flying from ENSH<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg Distance: 23.98 Approximate time at 125kts: 12 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

See leg in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

ENSH(ENSH) to Austnesfjorden(POI96)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 6.71NM Bearing: 4\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

After takeoff, fly north along Austnes fjord. Highway E10 runs along the fjord&apos;s western shore<\/p>\n

Austnesfjorden(POI96) to Higravfjorden(POI97)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 3.79NM Bearing: 38\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

When you reach the northern end of the fjord, turn northeast and fly along a valley and another fjord, Higrav<\/p>\n

Higravfjorden(POI97) to Hadselfjorden(POI98)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 3NM Bearing: 354\u00b0 1 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

The fjord will meet Slover fjord and run north to meet the more open waters of Hadsel fjord<\/p>\n

Hadselfjorden(POI98) to Melbu(POI99)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 3.48NM Bearing: 334\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fly north across the fjord to the town of Melbu on the island of Hadsel\u00f8ya<\/p>\n

Melbu(POI99) to Stokmarknes(POIA0)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 4.57NM Bearing: 24\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fly northeast over the hills to the town of Stokmarknes on the north shore of the island<\/p>\n

Stokmarknes(POIA0) to ENSK(ENSK)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 2.43NM Bearing: 61\u00b0 1 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Just across the water, northeast from Stokmarknes, is Skagen airport<\/p>\n

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Leg 17<\/strong><\/p>\n

Flying from ENSK<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg Distance: 51.69 Approximate time at 125kts: 25 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

See leg in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

ENSK(ENSK) to Sortland(POIA1)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 10.9NM Bearing: 42\u00b0 5 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fly northeast along the shore of the island until you reach the large town of Sortland<\/p>\n

Sortland(POIA1) to Gavlfjorden(POIA2)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 8.94NM Bearing: 346\u00b0 4 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Continue north along the shore, then across the bay to a small hilly headland further north<\/p>\n

Gavlfjorden(POIA2) to Skjoldehamn(POIA3)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 2.99NM Bearing: 43\u00b0 1 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fly northeast across the fjord to reach the southern tip of the island of And\u00f8ya, the 10th largest island in Norway<\/p>\n

Skjoldehamn(POIA3) to Tranesvagen(POIA4)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 6.98NM Bearing: 14\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fly north along the east coast of the island until you reach the entrance to Tranesv\u00e5gen cove<\/p>\n

Tranesvagen(POIA4) to Andoya(POIA5)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 10.33NM Bearing: 23\u00b0 5 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Gain enough altitude to cross the mountains as you fly northeast along the center of the island<\/p>\n

Andoya(POIA5) to ENAN(ENAN)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 11.55NM Bearing: 22\u00b0 6 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

As the mountains give way to the flat bog land that makes up much of the island, continue northeast to Andoya airport at the northern tip of the island<\/p>\n

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Leg 18<\/strong><\/p>\n

Flying from ENAN<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg Distance: 72.42 Approximate time at 125kts: 35 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

See leg in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

ENAN(ENAN) to Orja(POIA6)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 13.82NM Bearing: 87\u00b0 7 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

After takeoff, fly east across Andfjorden to the small island of Orja on the way to Norway&apos;s second largest island, Senja<\/p>\n

Orja(POIA6) to Manestind(POIA7)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 6.6NM Bearing: 9\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

When you reach the island, fly north to the pyramid like mountain of M\u00e5nestind, sitting at the western tip of one of Senja island&apos;s many mountainous peninsulas<\/p>\n

Manestind(POIA7) to Bergsoyan(POIA8)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 6.93NM Bearing: 41\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Head northeast over another peninsula to a group of small, low lying Bergs\u00f8yan islands, whose crystal clear waters make for a popular paddleboard destination<\/p>\n

Bergsoyan(POIA8) to Edoya(POIA9)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 19.19NM Bearing: 47\u00b0 9 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Continue northeast over another 4 mountainous peninsulas to the relatively flat island of Edoya at the mouth of Malangen fjord<\/p>\n

Edoya(POIA9) to Haja(POIAA)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 8.01NM Bearing: 15\u00b0 4 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Turn north and head to the lone mountain island of Haja<\/p>\n

Haja(POIAA) to Ersfjord(POIAB)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 11.75NM Bearing: 92\u00b0 6 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Turn east and fly along the length of Ersfjord<\/p>\n

Ersfjord(POIAB) to ENTC(ENTC)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 6.12NM Bearing: 87\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Continue east to Troms\u00f8 airport, which is on the island of Troms\u00f8ya also housing the city of Troms\u00f8<\/p>\n

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Leg 19<\/strong><\/p>\n

Flying from ENTC<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg Distance: 42.2 Approximate time at 125kts: 20 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

See leg in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

ENTC(ENTC) to Tromso(POIAC)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 2.07NM Bearing: 138\u00b0 1 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Head to the city of Troms\u00f8, southeast from the airport. It is the third largest city in the world north of the Arctic Circle and has a relatively warm climate considering its high latitude. The Troms\u00f8 bridge connects the city to the mainland, pointing you towards the Arctic Cathedral, one of the city&apos;s main landmarks<\/p>\n

Tromso(POIAC) to Balsfjorden(POIAD)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 10.63NM Bearing: 174\u00b0 5 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

From the city, follow Balsfjorden south<\/p>\n

Balsfjorden(POIAD) to Balsfjorden(POIAE)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 4.57NM Bearing: 143\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Keep following the fjord southeast through a couple of narrower points<\/p>\n

Balsfjorden(POIAE) to Malangen(POIAF)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 6.3NM Bearing: 212\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Look for a low valley to the southwest and follow the highway heading through it, leading you to one of the southern arms of the Malangen fjord<\/p>\n

Malangen(POIAF) to Malselva(POIAG)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 10.54NM Bearing: 207\u00b0 5 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Continue southwest past the mountain peak of Marfjellet until you reach the river M\u00e5lselva<\/p>\n

Malselva(POIAG) to ENDU(ENDU)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 8.09NM Bearing: 166\u00b0 4 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

The river will lead you south to Bardufoss Airport, which is also home to the Royal Norwegian Air Force&apos;s Bardufoss Air Station<\/p>\n

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Leg 20<\/strong><\/p>\n

Flying from ENDU<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg Distance: 48.71 Approximate time at 125kts: 23 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

See leg in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

ENDU(ENDU) to Barduelva(POIAH)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 4.41NM Bearing: 175\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

After takeoff, fly south to enter a nearby river valley<\/p>\n

Barduelva(POIAH) to Setermoen(POIAI)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 7.93NM Bearing: 196\u00b0 4 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Follow the valley south to the town of Sertermoen at its southern end<\/p>\n

Setermoen(POIAI) to Salangselva(POIAJ)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 4.71NM Bearing: 224\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

From Setermoen, fly southwest to another river valley<\/p>\n

Salangselva(POIAJ) to Salangselva(POIAK)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 7.57NM Bearing: 184\u00b0 4 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Follow the river and E6 highway south along the valley<\/p>\n

Salangselva(POIAK) to Gratangsbotn(POIAL)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 8.76NM Bearing: 247\u00b0 4 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

At a valley junction, the river will head southeast and the highway southwest. Follow the highway southwest between the mountain peaks of Spanstinden and Hogtinden on the way to the small town of Gratangsbotn at the end of Gratangen fjord<\/p>\n

Gratangsbotn(POIAL) to Bjerkvik(POIAM)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 7.51NM Bearing: 195\u00b0 4 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

As you near the town, head south along another valley, where highway E6 will descend to the town of Bjerkvik, at the end of Herjangsfjorden<\/p>\n

Bjerkvik(POIAM) to ENNK(ENNK)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 7.82NM Bearing: 200\u00b0 4 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Continue south to the town of Narvik, on the shore of Ofotfjorden. The airport is at the western end of the peninsula on which the town sits<\/p>\n

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Leg 21<\/strong><\/p>\n

Flying from ENNK<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg Distance: 84.23 Approximate time at 125kts: 40 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

See leg in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

ENNK(ENNK) to Rombaken(POIAN)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 2.66NM Bearing: 49\u00b0 1 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fly northeast from Narvik to enter the Rombaken fjord<\/p>\n

Rombaken(POIAN) to Rombaken(POIAO)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 9.6NM Bearing: 96\u00b0 5 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fly to the eastern end of the fjord, which will narrow towards its eastern end<\/p>\n

Rombaken(POIAO) to Gatterjavri(POIAP)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 4.63NM Bearing: 99\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Continue east, climbing out of the valley towards the lake of G\u00e1tterj\u00e1vri, on the Norway-Sweden border<\/p>\n

Gatterjavri(POIAP) to Vassejavri(POIAQ)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 2.93NM Bearing: 23\u00b0 1 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fly northeast to the nearby lake, V\u00e1ssej\u00e1vri. This is also the home to the Riksgr\u00e4nsen ski resort<\/p>\n

Vassejavri(POIAQ) to Tornetrask(POIAR)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 10.52NM Bearing: 78\u00b0 5 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Follow the E10 highway east to Tornetr\u00e4sk, the sixth largest lake in Sweden<\/p>\n

Tornetrask(POIAR) to Abisko(POIAS)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 6.42NM Bearing: 133\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Follow the highway briefly southeast along the edge of the lake to the town of Abisko<\/p>\n

Abisko(POIAS) to Lapporten(POIAT)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 6.51NM Bearing: 134\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

From Abisko, continue southeast to the U-shaped valley known as Lapporten, or the Lapp Gate. The valley is known for its spectacular view of the countryside beyond<\/p>\n

Lapporten(POIAT) to Rautasjaure(POIAU)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 10.18NM Bearing: 137\u00b0 5 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Continue southeast over the rolling countryside until you reach Rautasjaure, a long narrow lake heading southeast<\/p>\n

Rautasjaure(POIAU) to Rautasalven(POIAV)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 11.88NM Bearing: 113\u00b0 6 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Follow the lake and its subsequent river southeast until you exit the last valley to the flat land beyond<\/p>\n

Rautasalven(POIAV) to E10(POIAW)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 6.94NM Bearing: 101\u00b0 3 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Continue heading southeast until you meet highway E10, also running southeast<\/p>\n

E10(POIAW) to ESNQ(ESNQ)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 11.96NM Bearing: 125\u00b0 6 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Follow the highway to Kiruna, the northernmost city in Sweden. This iron-ore mining town is home to over 20,000 people, and its most famous landmark is the Kiruna Church – one of Sweden&apos;s largest wooden buildings. The airport southeast from the town is the destination for this stage of the journey<\/p>\n

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