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Lofoten Alpine Climbing Event

on Tuesday, 15 February 2011. Posted in Events

In Svolvær

The Norwegian Alpine Club (NTK) and Visit Lofoten invites alpine climbers from all over the world to Lofoten. This is a yearly and open meeting for alpine climbers. We are looking forward to get together, put up new lines, climb classic routes and share experiences.

All alpine climbers are welcome to the alpine climbers meet in Lofoten, Svolvær 26 February to 4 March.

Location: Vestfjord Hotel Svolvær

Great climbing nearby Svolvær (20 to 60 minutes’ drive) and offers pure ice climbing, alpine walls and ice-filled colours that lead up to great peaks with amazing views.

Participants at the meeting must be independent in terms of climbing equipment, and the selection and execution of the climb. The NTK websites will publish a selection of routes that has been much climbed in recent years, and one must choose trip according to ability, at your own risk.

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World Championship in cod fishing

on Wednesday, 30 March 2011. Posted in Events

22th to 25th of march In Svolvær

About the World Championship and Lofoten Islands

Lofoten islands is by many thougt to be at its best during March/April. The Sun is waking up from hibernation, and the cold air provides a fantastic view of the islands from the sea. For centuries adventure seekers has been drawn here to harvest the treasures of the ocean, securing their families well-being for a new year to come.

Fishing tackle and boats has evolved of course. But the feeling you get telling stories to fellow fishermen and the adrealin rush you get from pulling a great fish out of the sea, still remains the same. This is the experience we wish to give our participants

Since 1991 we have put togheter one of the most exotic adventures a fisherman can find, and through these years the championships growth of popularity has made it difficult to make room for everyone, but a good tip would be to sign up for next year before leaving the current championship!

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