- Address: 8800 Sandnessjøen, Nordland, Norway
- Length of the ridge: 24 km
- Width of the ridge: 4 km
- Highest point: Botnkron peak, height 1072 m
One of the beckoning attractions in Norway - the mountains of Shu-Sostre - attracts thousands of tourists annually due to its scenic views and the opportunity to climb to a height of more than 1000 m above sea level without special training.
Location:
The mountain range of the Shu-Sostre ranges (Seven Sisters) is located in Norway , on the island of Alsten, near the town of Sandnessjøen in the Nordland region.
What are the interesting mountains of Shu-Sostre?
These mountains include 7 peaks, each of which has its own name. If you move in the direction from the north-east to the south-west, then you will open in succession:
- Botnkron - its height of 1072 m, this is the highest point of the entire mountain system of Shu-Sostre;
- Gryutfuten - has peaks of slightly lower height, 1019 m;
- Scheringen (1037 m);
- Twillinghan (she has two peaks - 945 and 980 m);
- Kvastvinen (1010 m);
- Breadtinen (910 m).
Especially picturesque views from the conquered peaks of the mountain Seven sisters in Norway open in clear weather. The surrounding area of the mountains has long been called the "Kingdom of Thousand Islands."
You can witness these wonderful panoramas, because on each of the peaks on special routes can rise. Climbing equipment you will not need. After the ascent, tourists are advised to contact the local tourist association, which is responsible for processing and issuing certificates of successful ascent to Shu-Sostre. Wishing to break records it will be useful to know that the best achievement for climbing all the peaks of the Shu-Söstra mountain chain is 3 hours 54 minutes. It was installed in 1994.
How to get there?
It is most convenient to visit the Seven Sisters Mountains as a part of the bus excursion group with a guide. A trip to the small town of Sannessoen, lying along these mountains, and a visit to Shu-Søstra is usually part of a large sightseeing tour of Norway and takes one of the days. You can also go to Sannesshoen by car or taxi.