Justadtinden Loop (Vestvågøy)
Category 316 km
Distance
480 m
Elevation Gain
3%
Average Gradient
11%
Max Gradient
The Justadtinden area on Vestvågøy island forms one of Lofoten's most complete cycling circuits — a 16km loop combining coastal road sections, a sustained climb to 350m above the Borg fjord, and a descent with simultaneous Atlantic Ocean and mountain views on all sides. The climb from Leknes averages a modest 3% but the middle section pushes to 11% for 2km, and the cumulative ascent on the full loop reaches 480m. This is the natural circuit for riders based in Leknes — Lofoten's main town — who want structured riding rather than the point-to-point touring of the E10. Road quality is among the best on the islands following recent resurfacing.
Pro Tip
The clockwise loop direction from Leknes delivers the main climb in the second half of the circuit, with the coastal descent as the finale. The Borg Viking Museum — site of the largest excavated Viking longhouse in the world — is on the circuit and worth a 30-minute rest stop. The museum is open daily from 10:00 during the summer season and has a café.
Part of
Cycling in Lofoten Islands