Hesten
The best vantage point for panoramic views of Segla, reached by a shorter hiking route with views over Mefjorden and the open sea.
Hesten and Segla share the same trailhead at Fjordgård. Partway up, a fork to the left leads to Hesten. The end of the ridge faces Segla directly, offering the classic postcard shot of Segla's “sail” over Mefjorden. The hike is somewhat shorter than climbing Segla, with a round trip of about 3 hours and roughly 550 meters of elevation gain. The slope is steep, and some sections require scrambling by hand. Bring a windproof jacket and plenty of water. Strong hikers often combine it with Segla on the same day, and most visitors plan a full day for both.
Opening hours
Open all day (best visited May–Sep)
Nearby sights
- Segla
- Husøy
- Bergsbotn Viewpoint
- Mefjordvær
- Ersfjord Beach
- Senja (Tungeneset)
- Tungeneset Viewpoint
- Husfjellet