Keipen (938), Berg k., Senja.
Keipen´s SE face and South ridge.
A short route description: start from the county road 862 by the lake Mefjordbotnvatnet (89 m) and follow the small river Keipelva for approx. 1 km in easy terrain. Turn left and climb up a small ridge where you will get the first view of the SE face. The normal route leading up to the South ridge is straightforward and approx. 25-30°. The South ridge (max 31-35°) can be icy so bring crampons.
Distance to the summit: approx. 3 km. Ascent: 840 m.
Climbed 27. March 2015.
Looking down towards Keipelva and Mefjordbotnvatnet.
The first view of Keipen.
Breidtinden / Reaiddaidčohkka (1001).
A German team ascending the SE face.
Looking down the SE face from the South ridge. Fantastic skiing conditions.
Breidtinden / Reaiddaidčohkka (1001) and Mefjordbotn from the summit of Keipen.
Grytetippen (885).
Segla (640).