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North Cape, Norway and Sweden, 2,400km<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Majestic waterfalls, deep fjords, glaciers, mountainous hairpin roads \u2013 the roads leading to Norway\u2019s North Cape are among the most spectacular to be found anywhere in the world, and that is especially true from the seat of a Harley-Davidson\u00ae<\/sup>. The road to Europe\u2019s northernmost point takes the rider to the land of the midnight sun, within the Arctic Circle, one of the most challenging and rewarding rides it is possible to do in Europe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tour starts and ends in Ballangen, Norway, and takes in the best scenery Norway has to offer, including North Cape, Europe\u2019s northernmost point \u2013 a bucket-list trip by itself. The tour also takes in the mountains, forest and lakes of Sweden, including the popular destination of Jukkasj\u00e4rvi, with its famous Icehotel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This circular tour covers 2,400km so is a multi-day endeavour, especially when time to admire the scenery is taken into consideration \u2013 and there is plenty to draw the attention, from the Arctic fishing town of Vads\u00f8 to Troms\u00f8, heart of the S\u00e1mi culture. The weather can be highly variable between snow and sun so dress accordingly; between June and August is the best time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Green Lady<\/strong>
North Cape is the end terminus of the E69 road and just 2,000km from the North Pole. Stop for an image by the famous memorial; if you are lucky you may get to see the \u2018Green Lady\u2019 \u2013 the Northern Lights. If you are seeking bragging rights, Europe\u2019s actual northernmost point is Knivskjellodden about a mile further north.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Caution: caribou<\/strong>
Don\u2019t miss the colourful fishing villages in the stark, barren landscape on the way to North Cape, including Skarsv\u00e5g, the world\u2019s northernmost fishing village. Look out for reindeer along the road\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Click here to view this route in the Harley-Davidson Ride Planner and start planning your next adventure.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

First published in 2024.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Have you been to explore this route yourself? Submit your thoughts and photographs here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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