Rørneshytta - rec cabin in the Lyngen Alps in winter
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Open cabins in Lyngenfjord

If you are out skiing or hiking in Lyngenfjord, there are some open cabins where you can stop for a break. The cabins are primitive furnished and the risk (or chance!) to meet other people who also are visiting the cabin is big.

Not all cabins have the same standard. Some are very luxury even with electricity while others are quite simple, with just an oven and some benches to sit on.You are welcome to use the cabins. But please leave no trace and pay for your overnight, when you use them. This helps to maintain the cabins, so you can visit again.The cabins are listed alphabetically

Fastdalshytta

Lyngen
In the valley Fastdalen is Fastdalshytta placed. This cabin is owned by the Skinnelv-Koppangen Bygdelag (Local association). An old road passes the cabin through the valley Fastdalen into Stortinddalen to Svensby by the Ullsfjord. The cabin is a good starting point if you are planning tours to Stortinden or Skårhaugen. The region is an important feeding area for reindeers and sheep, take care.

  • Serviced: No
  • Open: Yes, the whole year. Key is located next to the door.
  • Facilities: There are 6 matresses on the loft. A woodstove for heating and cooking.
  • Price: 100,- NOK per person. Payment info in the cabin. (2016)
  • More information here.
Gappohytta

Storfjord
The Gappo cabin can be found along the trail E1/Nordkalottleden, close to the Swedish border. Next to the main cabin is a cabin for hikers with dogs.

  • Serviced: No
  • Open: No, only with the DNT key.
  • Facilities: 24 beds, Gasoven, Woodstove, extra cabin for hikers with dogs
  • Price for overnight here
  • More information here
Goldahytta

Storfjord
The Golda cabin is close to the Three-country-cairn and the trail Nordkalottleden. Next to the main cabin is an extra cabin intended for hikers with dogs.

  • Serviced: No
  • Open: No, only available with the DNT key.
  • Facilities: 22 beds, Gas for cooking, Woodstove for heating.
  • Price for overnight here
  • More information  here
Jægervasshytta

Lyngen
This cabin is directly by the lake Jægervatnet and is run by Troms Turlag.

  • Open: No, you need a DNT key
  • Serviced: No
  • Facilities: 8 beds, woodstove
  • Price for overnight here
  • More information here.
Lyngsdalshytta

Lyngen
In the valley of Lyngsdalen is the Lyngsdals cabin. A perfect basecamp for skiing and hiking.

  • Location: 240 m.a.s.l.
  • Open: No, request for rental should be sent to: lyngsdalshytta@outlook.com
  • Valet: No
  • Equipped: There is room for 12 people on mattresses. Wood-burning stove for heating and gas oven for cooking.
  • Price: 250,- NOK per person
Olderdalshytta

Kåfjord
This cabin is located at the inner part of the valley Olderdalen and is owned by the local association, Olderdalen Jeger- og Fiskeforening. Summertime it is possible to borrow a boat to go on the lake.

  • Open: Yes, key can be picked up from the kiosk in Olderdalen
  • Serviced: No
  • Facilities: 2 bedrooms, livingroom, kitchen, WC, woodstove and gasoven
  • More information here.
Reisa National Park

Nordreisa

In the Reisa National Park you´ll find several cabins and huts that can be used by visitors. Some of these are open, while others must be booked in advance. For more information about the cabins and lodging you can visit Reisa National Park's website.

Rørneshytta

Lyngen
Rørneshytta (opened in 2014 and is owned by Lyngseidet Hytteforening) is located above Lyngseidet, inbetween the popular mountains Rørnestinden og Kavringtinden. Here you will have a great view of the Lyngenfjord.

  • Location: 610 m.a.s.l.
  • Open: Only for day visits
  • Serviced: No
  • Facilities: woodstove for heating and cooking
  • More information here.
 
Sieddihytta

Lyngen
Located on the small peninsula at Kvalvik, the Sieddihytta is open for everyone.

  • Location 80 m.a.s.l..
  • Open: Yes
  • Serviced: No
  • Facilities: Woodstove for heating
  • The cabin is not for overnight stays
  • More information here.
    Sjollihytta

    Lyngen
    In Kvalvikdalen lies the cabin Sjollihytta. If you want to stay overnight, you have to contact the local association and the contact person is Emil Leiros, telephone number: +47 971 89 751. During autumn, the garden to the cabin is full of blueberries and lingonberries. 

    • Serviced: No
    • Open: No, you must arrange with a key from Irene Sørensen
    • Facilities: 8 beds, Woodstove
    • Price for overnight: 200,-/per pers per night
    • More information here
    Skihytta

    Lyngen
    Skihytta in Lyngseidet is a busy place during ski season! The cabin is a meeting point for keeping fit- locals and there is a magic view over Lyngenfjord from the terrace. The cabin is a perfect rest area on the way up to Goalsevarri. The cabin is not suitable for overnight stays.

    • Serviced: No
    • Open: Yes.
    • Facilities: A wood stove for heating is available.
    • Location:  300 m.a.s.l
    • Not possible to stay overnight
    • More information here.
    Steindalshytta

    Storfjord
    If you are visiting the glacier Steindalsbreen you are going to see Steindalshytta. Steindalen is a valley, offering a nature perfect for skiing or hiking and the area can almost look like Garden of Eden during summer! You have to rent this cabin if you want to stay overnight.

    • Serviced: No
    • Open: No, key and payment: contact Hedny Kristiansen, Tlf. +47 452 92 730 or +47 777 14 230, Email: hedny.kristiansen(at)storfjord.net
    • Facilities: Max. room for 30 Persons (Beds/Mattresses, Sofa), Woodstove for heating and gasoven for cooking.
    • Price for overnight: 200,- NOK per person (2019)
    • More information here
    Trollhytta

    Lyngen
    Next to Iskardtinden you will find Trollhytta in Svensby. The cabin is open and offers a fantastic view over the Lyngenalps. During the weekends from February to Easter, you can buy waffles and coffee.

    • Location: 110 m.a.s.l..
    • Open: Yes
    • Serviced: No. Except the days when selling waffles and drinks.
    • Facilities: The cabin is not for overnight stays. The cabin has a small kitchen, a wood stove so when stopping for a break you can make something warm to eat/drink.  
    • More information here.
    Vaggashytta

    Lyngen
    In the inner Nordlenagsbotn is Vaggashytta. There is good fishing in the area and a snowmobile track goes all the way up to cabin, creating a good ground to walk or go skiing on. 

    • Location 127 m.a.s.l..
    • Open: Yes, you can book the hut and get the key at Joker i Nord-Lenangen. More info here
    • Serviced: No
    • Facilities: 3 sleeping spaces on the loft and 4 on the sofa. Need to bring your own sleeping bag. Woodstove for heating and gas oven for cooking.
    • Price for overnight: 200,- NOK per person. Payment info in the cabin, pay via giro/invoice.
    • More information here.
    Varduhytta

    Lyngen
    This cabin is perfect for people in all ages with an easy track. During winter, there is a prepared ski trail and from February, there is a café every Sunday offering Norwegian waffles, coffee and lemonade.

    • Location: 130 moh
    • Open: Yes
    • Serviced: No, except the days when waffles and drinks are sold.
    • Facilities: Max. room for 20 persons on the floor and sofa. There are no beds. For heating and cooking there is a woodstove.
    • Price for overnight 150,-/per person. Cash payment to be agreed when getting the key.
    • More information Audun Johnsen 976 59 204 - rottenvik.bygdelag(at)gmail.com or here.
    Other cabins:

    Trollvikhytta in Trollvikdalen (Open, overnight stays possible)
    Paulan Cabin in Kåfjordvalley/Sabetjohka (Closed, overnight stay possible)
    Red cross cabin in Kåfjordvalley/Guolas: (Closed, overnight stay possible (6 beds), Key and payment with the local Red Cross: Tlf. +47 971 95429)
    Gjærvassbu This old cabin above Lyngseidet is in no condition for visiting and is not in use anymore.   

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