When can you cycle in Northern Norway?

June to August is optimal. The midnight sun provides extraordinary light conditions, though weather can be unpredictable.

How do I get to the Northern Norway cycling routes?

Tromsø is the main gateway — fly into Tromsø Airport and most routes are accessible within 30 minutes by bike or short transfer.

Home NorwayNorthern Norway

Northern Norway

1 cycling routes · Norway

Cycling above the Arctic Circle — dramatic fjords, midnight sun and some of the most spectacular scenery on earth.

#Arctic#Midnight Sun#Fjords#Remote

Region at a glance

Routes

540 m

Total elevation

114 km

Total distance

3 km

Longest climb

Passes >1000m

5.3 %

Avg climb gradient

All Routes in Northern Norway

1 curated road-cycling routes in Northern Norway.

Hard

Tromsø

Tromsø Cycling — Kvaløysletta Loop

One of the finest cycling routes in Arctic Norway — a 114-kilometre loop around Kvaløysletta island from Tromsø. Dramatic mountain scenery, deep fjords and virtually no traffic make this a truly special ride above the Arctic Circle. The route crosses the iconic Sandnessund Bridge out of Tromsø and follows the island roads around Kvaløya, with sweeping views of snow-capped peaks and turquoise fjords throughout. Reindeer are a regular sight on the roads — slow down and enjoy the moment. For supplies along the way, Joker Austein is the place to stop. And if you have the opportunity, a detour to Sommarøy is strongly recommended — one of the most beautiful spots in all of Norway, with white sand beaches and crystal clear Arctic water.

114 km540 m