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The North Cape (Nordkapp) is a striking cliff on the island of Magerøya in northern Norway and is considered one of the northernmost points in Europe accessible by road. The steep cliff, rising 307 meters above the Arctic Ocean, is a popular travel destination, especially in summer when the Midnight Sun can be observed. Its landmark is the famous Globe Monument, symbolizing the site’s geographic significance. The North Cape also serves as a gateway for exploring the Arctic landscapes of northern Norway.
The E69, which joins the E6 to Alta, is a dream road with spectacular views. At the end of May the roads are clear but the snow-capped hills and mountains give a wintry impression.
Occasionally reindeer appear who have already scraped small patches of grass under the snow to graze. It goes a long way along the Porsangerfjord. Small islands with few houses suddenly appear behind the curves and tunnels of the country road.
You can often go 80 km/h here and we make good progress until the road gets busier when we arrive in Alta and we are happy about the many cyclists.
The rock formation of Kirkeporten is a highlight that is easy to hike from Skarsvåg. Once you have reached this stretch of coast, Kirkeporten offers a very special view: through it you can see over the Mefjord to the North Cape plateau, about six kilometers away, with its famous North Cape Horn.
