Telegrafruta
Beautiful historic walking route of 61 km that starts in Rana, continues over Saltfjellet and ends in Saltdal
Telegrafruta
A historic hiking route of 61 km that stretches from Bjøllånes in Rana to Russånes in Saltdal. The trail was established in the 1860s when a telegraph line was built across Saltfjellet to connect communication between Northern and Southern Norway. The network of poles and wires served as a reliable guide for locals and travelers crossing the majestic Saltfjellet.
Accommodation
It is possible to stay indoors at Krukkistua, Midtistua, and Bjøllåvassstua. (Read more about stage descriptions at ut.no)
Facts
The hike is part of the "Historic Hiking Routes" concept—a collaboration between the Norwegian Directorate for Cultural Heritage and DNT.
The trail passes through Saltfjellet-Svartisen National Park.
