De syv søstre | |
Map: | Nordland#Norway |
Map Alt: | Map of the location |
Label Position: | bottom |
Range Coordinates: | 65.945°N 45.9°W |
Location: | Nordland, Norway |
Length Km: | 22 |
Width Km: | 4 |
Highest: | Botnkrona |
Coordinates: | 65.9617°N 12.628°W |
Elevation M: | 1072 |
or is a mountain range on the island of Alsten in Alstahaug Municipality in Nordland county, Norway.[1]
The mountain range consists of seven peaks on the southeastern half of the island. The mountains are (listed from northeast to southwest):[2]
The range is popular with hikers and offers scenic views over the surrounding area.
All the peaks can be ascended using marked paths, and on every summit there is a notebook where visitors can write their name.[3] After visiting all peaks, hikers can contact the local tourist association which will issue a certificate as a testimonial of their achievement. There is no time-limit for climbing all the peaks. The record for the quickest visit to all peaks is under 4 hours.
A good view of the mountain range can be achieved traveling by sea in the "Hurtigruten", as it passes the full length of the range.