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The Trail Way
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The Power Way is about letting ourselves be shaped by strong inner and outer forces. Mo I Rana has a proud industrial history - with global economic fluctuations which have given the people of Rana the necessary industrial power to charge ahead. Rana has been, and is, a melting pot for technological and cultural opportunities. We welcome you to take in the pulse and currents, - the people, nature, and culture - and use this pulsating energy to charge your inner battery. The journey from the train station to your accommodation is only a short walk. Afterwards we recommend you take a stroll down to the promenade to take in this Arctic Circle city's cultural surprises of the city's past and present. After the closure of Iron Work in 1988, there was a major transition to a greener and more renewable industry. You will hear more about that history on the guided tour later. Today can explore the city yourself or just lay back and relax. Any day gets better with a cup of coffee. Or three. Perhaps you want to take a trip to Saralundstua on beautiful historic Moholmen where you will be served piping hot coffee and the local specialty rengakaka. Which, despite the name, is not a cake, but more of a type of bread baking. Try it with cheese. Heavenly. But you must leave room for later for the wonderful dinner that awaits you tonight. Enjoy the afternoon!
The Geopoetic Way is about opening all your senses and experiencing the world around you through the poetry in every flower and every plant. It's about letting nature sing to you and falling in love with nature's silent orchestra. To phrase it like the poets. The trip starts from Lønsdal train station, where your car is waiting. From here it is only a fifteen-minute drive to Storjord Hotel and Nordland National Park Centre. Leave all things that disturb you at the gate and loose yourself to the surroundings. Let yourself be intoxicated when you enter the lush green realm of Saltdalen. At Storjord hotel, the hosts will welcome you to a hotel that is both the tiniest and largest of its kind. Norway's smallest by the number of rooms, but largest when it comes to charm and personality. You will definitely enjoy yourself here! When you have settled in, all you have to do is lace up your hiking boots and get ready for the walk first over the suspension bridge, through the Arboretum, and on to the Nordland National Park Center where the guides are ready to welcome you. This first evening invites you on a journey into the Sami world and Lønsdal's rich history. Tomorrow, our wonderful geo-poets will accompany you as you explore the area's cultural-historical dimension and wild nature. An excursion that we guarantee you won't find anywhere else. A real sensory bath.
The Mountain Way is about experiencing the fantastic North-Norwegian landscape far above sea-level. And if you are ready for the challenge – conquering majestic peaks that almost touch the sky. Explore unknown terrain, push your boundaries, and create memories that stay with you forever. Just a stone throw from the train station you will find your rental car which enable you to travel through all the stops and experiences along your route. Whoops! Or to put it more plainly, approximately 150 meters from the railway station lays the auto rental shop Nordvik AS where the car is ready for you. Look in the car and you will find the welcome folder which contains further information, a map of Okstindan and the map showing the way to your next stop: Bygdetunet at Bjerka. The open-air museum Bygdetunet is the first stop before you begin the hike up to one of the most awe-inspiring tourist lodges in Norway: Rabothytta. The hike can be accompanied with changing weather and the terrain can be demanding for some, so remember to pack proper equipment and tight-laced hiking boots! You oversee settling in yourself when you reach your destination. Look forward to spending the night in simple, but comfortable and breath-taking premises right by the mighty Okstind-glacier. After a good night's sleep and breakfast, you are free to explore the surrounding area like the nearby lake Okstindtjønna or the foot of the glacier where you can feel the cold blue ice against your fingertips. Experienced guides will take you on an exciting trip on the majestic glacier if you have pre-booked a glacier walk. The guides have the necessary safety equipment, you just bring guts and gusto. Rabothytta is a hike you are sure to never forget!
The Sami Way is about living close to nature, listening to it and treasuring the gifts it gives. The Sami people have always lived in harmony with the world around them, the seasons, the weather, the animals and the plants. Everything is harvested carefully. You take what you need, no more. Our resources must be safeguarded and maintained for future generations to enjoy. Let this be your inspiration. The proximity to the food that you cook yourself over an open fire, food harvested from the nature around you. Taking time to listen to the forest's symphony, to the silence. Take in the stories that link people and nature together, and which gives an increased respect and understanding for sustainability and good living. 20 minutes north of Mo i Rana, your hosts await you at Aernie, -the married couple Anne Berit and Toamma. Aernie means hearth and has from olden times been a meeting point where stories are created and shared, where strangers are invited in and go from being simple guests to life-long friends. At Aernie you can spend the night in a traditional and modern Gåetie and get to know the Sami way of life better through food and cultural experiences based on Southern Sami history and tradition. Let the calm sink in, lean back on reindeer skins as you listen to the sound of crackling from the outdoor fireplace, the river and soft birdsong. Let yourself be inspired by the clean taste of Nordlands various delicacies made from the very best nature has to offer. At Aernie, you may try your hand in the kitchen with Sami baking traditions. Listen to Toamma's storytelling and his yoik, the unique Sami song form. Or how about testing your lasso throwing skills. Hard enough, even without a moving target. Climate change, melting sea ice, changes in the migration routes of predators, forest fires and irreversible changes in fauna and flora are challenges that are rapidly affecting not only indigenous peoples, but people all over the world. At the same time, the key to repairing some of the damage and adapting to changing conditions may lie precisely with the Sami and other peoples who have lived at the mercy of nature for millennia.
The Stair Way is about getting to the top with steady steps. It's about willpower and the simple joy of walking in nature. By following the Stair Way, you trust that those who have climbed the path before you will lead you to spectacular views and peaks. Here in Mosjøen, you will need both good hiking shoes as well as shoes for city walking. Who knows, maybe even steppe shoes. For the next two days, you will explore the city’s rich history and culture by foot. What awaits you is to mention some; the mighty Øyfjell-mountain with its 4,000 steps up the Helgeland Staircase. The longest of its kind and a true work of art built by Sherpas from Nepal. The reward is a magnificent view that will take your breath away. You will most likely feel your pulse racing on the way down as well. The next two days, you will use this guide to experience this historic city that offers local culinary experiences, experience fantastic nature and get a good night's sleep in Northern Norway's oldest hotel. From the train station, you must first go up to and past Dolstad church and then on to Bygdetunet, where your host is waiting. Remember to bring footwear for several activities and get ready to experience a bit of everything right here in Mosjøen. - Enjoy your trip!
The River Way is submerging yourself in everything the life-giving Vefsna has to offer. A river that gives you great peace and excitement at the same time. Here you will experience world-class salmon fishing in one of Norway's very best salmon rivers. The River Way can also entice with the promise of a real adrenaline kick as you raft down the wild Auster–Vefsna. There are also large areas perfect for mountain hiking with countless fishing lakes. In addition, the riverbends holds a lot of exciting local history. At the beginning of the century, almost all the forest in Grane was cut down by a British company and its timber floated down the wilding rivers and all the way to the fjord. You can look forward to some fascinating stories. Your host from “Utpå Neset” will meet you at the train station, and they will make sure you will be looked after in the very best way. Your lodging is simple and rural in the historic 160-year-old log house "Bakarstuo" right by the riverbank. Here you will be treated to a good bed to sleep in, fantastic local food and the chance to let yourself be completely submerged by local history and experience living surrounded by truly wild nature and warm Nordland hearts. If you wish, you will get help hooking the world-famous salmon. Landing a large salmon is a unique experience that few have, and eating it, straight from the river, if possible, is even more exclusive. Those who want a fast-paced experience that is guaranteed to raise their pulse will love river rafting down the mighty Auster-Vefsna. Since its inception in 2017, RiverNorth Rafting has taken more than 8,000 guests down what is one of the country's best rafting rivers, a rare nature experience. Here, adrenaline junkies of all ages can raft down wild rapids with expert guides, and at the same time experience calm parts of the river where you can collect yourself and take in the beautiful surroundings. End your adventure with a delicious dinner at the guest house Utpå Neset where you are guaranteed to go to bed with a big smile on your face.