The Segla

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.