Salen Viewpoint
Salen
A small hill behind the town centre. Climb the zigzag path for views over the harbour, the town and Melkøya island. It is the most popular activity during a Hurtigruten stop.
Salen hill rises just east of the town centre. The climb starts from the Sikksakkveien zigzag path behind the town hall and takes about 15 to 20 minutes to reach the summit, roughly 80-plus metres above sea level. Steps and railings line the way. At the top are a lookout, information boards and a memorial, with views over the whole harbour, the colourful town, Fuglenes peninsula and the LNG plant on Melkøya in the distance. The midnight sun in summer makes the view especially beautiful. The hilltop is also home to Mikkelgammen, a Sámi turf hut, and reindeer often graze on the slopes in summer. The open summit is also a good place to watch the northern lights in winter. If your Hurtigruten stop is short, allow plenty of time for the round trip. In winter the steps can be snowy and icy, so wear anti-slip overshoes.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Royal and Ancient Polar Bear Society
- Museum of Reconstruction for Finnmark and Nord-Troms
- Mikkelgammen
- Hammerfest Church
- Tyven
- Meridian Column
- Fuglenes Peninsula & Lighthouse
- Kvaløya Reindeer Summer Pastures