The Segla (DSC03369)
Fjordgård, Senja, Norway
The Norwegian island of Senja (known as Sážžá by the Sami) lies at 69° longitude, well within the Artic Circle. It is fondly known by locals as Norway in miniature, for the mountains and fjords are a microcosm of what this beautiful country has to offer. A unique feature, however, is a mountain peak situated near the remote fishing village of Fjordgård. Known as the Segla (lit. “the Sail” in Norwegian), a piece of rock protrudes impossibly above an encircling fjord, hundreds of metres below. The best view is from the neighbouring mountain, Hesten. In summer, it’s a pleasant hike, but in winter, waist-deep snow and biting winds make it a challenging undertaking. Even for Norway, the view at the end is spectacular.
The Segla (DSC03369)
Fjordgård, Senja, Norway
The Norwegian island of Senja (known as Sážžá by the Sami) lies at 69° longitude, well within the Artic Circle. It is fondly known by locals as Norway in miniature, for the mountains and fjords are a microcosm of what this beautiful country has to offer. A unique feature, however, is a mountain peak situated near the remote fishing village of Fjordgård. Known as the Segla (lit. “the Sail” in Norwegian), a piece of rock protrudes impossibly above an encircling fjord, hundreds of metres below. The best view is from the neighbouring mountain, Hesten. In summer, it’s a pleasant hike, but in winter, waist-deep snow and biting winds make it a challenging undertaking. Even for Norway, the view at the end is spectacular.