Location: Lofoten Islands, Norway

Duration: 6 days / 5 nights / 4 riding days

Accommodation: Guesthouse

Dates: Set dates

Riding Level: Intermediate

Group Size: 2-10 riders

Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the breathtaking landscapes of Lofoten. This exhilarating itinerary combines scenic trail rides, gravel roads, and challenging mountain climbs, offering a perfect mix of classic routes and new, off-the-beaten-path trails. Designed for intermediate riders, you'll tackle varied terrain and master all gaits while soaking in the rugged beauty of Norway’s coastal wilderness.

Hov is one of the oldest places in Lofoten.  Many historical monuments have been found here including burial sites of two Viking ships, a huge amphitheater that was likely used for sacrifices and pagan rituals, and various Norse Viking graves. We believe that the resident Viking chieftain, Tore Hjort, was located here over 1000 years ago. He is mentioned in the Viking sagas and was killed by King Olav Tryggvason during the Christianization of Norway.  

The horses of Hov Gård Horse Farm are Icelandic, descendants of the horses from the Viking Age in Norway. Icelandic horses are known worldwide for their docile demeanor, sure-footed agility on mountainous terrain, and lovely gait: the tölt. 

Riding Level: Intermediate to Advanced

Speed: walk-trot-canter

Distance: varies

Ride Time: varies

Tack: Icelandic saddles (similar to Dressage saddles)

Terrain: beaches, mountains, gravel roads, dirt trails

Riders should be capable of spending long hours in the saddle, tacking and untacking their own horse, and controlling the horse at all paces.

The Guesthouse at Hov Gård features twin/double or single rooms. The Guesthouse at Hov is newly and beautifully renovated and specially made for riding guests. It has 6 bedrooms, living room, kitchen and 3 bathrooms to share. The house is situated 50 meters from the stable and Låven restaurant.

The excellent Låven restaurant serves dishes with fresh local ingredients. Meals will be taken overlooking the beautiful view to the north and the white beach at Hov.

Transfers are provided to/from Leknes or Svolvær when you arrive and when you leave Hov Gård between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm. Earlier and later transfers can be arranged at an additional cost. For environmental reasons, several transfers may be combined, so you may have to wait some time before you are picked up at the airport. This will be coordinated in advance so that you can use the time for some sightseeing in Leknes or Svolvær. We recommend Evenes (EVE) airport and the bus shuttle to Svolvær. There are direct flights to Evenes from several cities in Europe.