Leaving Bugøynes behind, our journey continued further north along icy roads and windswept fjords. The destination was clear: North Cape, the northernmost point in Europe that can be reached by motorhome.
Towards the NordKapp through ice and wind
After a stop in Varangerbotn, we decided not to follow the beaten track, but to cross a snow-covered plateau, a surreal landscape where the white faded into the horizon. Here, the wind was very strong and lifted snow and ice onto the asphalt, creating treacherous slabs. Without studded tyres, it would have been impossible to advance.
Despite the gusts of wind, the Wingamm Oasis 610GL once again proved to be a reliable travelling companion, maintaining perfect stability even on the most challenging stretches. We took advantage of a clear night to stop and admire one of the Great North's most incredible sights: an intense Northern Lights, which danced above us as the motorhome became our perfect refuge in the heart of the Arctic.
Arrival at the NordKapp
Finally, after days of travelling, we arrived at the North Cape. The navigator took us to the famous iron sphere, the most iconic and photographed point, but we wanted something more. So we decided to go even further, to the ‘real’ North Cape, an even more remote and wild promontory, which can only be reached by a challenging trek on foot.
We left the camper van and set off. Three hours on the outward journey, three hours on the return, crossing an incredible landscape of snow, wind and absolute silence. Here, in total solitude, we spent the night in a tent, a unique experience that is almost impossible to do in winter because of the prohibitive weather. But we found the perfect window: little wind and enough compact snow to move around safely.
And then, the most astonishing moment: orcas and whales offshore, under a clear Arctic sky. An image that will forever remain etched in our memory.
Between fishermen and stormy seas
After the NordKapp, the journey continued southwards, stopping in Honningsvåg, one of the largest towns in the area. Here we met a local fisherman who invited us to board his boat for an open sea trip.
If on land the wind was strong, at sea it was even more extreme. High waves, a boat swaying relentlessly, and the realisation of how hard life is for those who work these waters every day. It was an intense, difficult, but absolutely authentic experience.
After hours of sailing, we caught some cod, but the greatest gift came at the end of the day: a huge King Crab, the famous Norwegian king crab, which our fisherman friend gave us. A delicacy that has a very high value here, but which had an even more special meaning for us.
The journey continues
Now we are on our way to Alta, ready for the next adventure. The road is still long, the weather conditions are always unpredictable, but the Great North continues to give us unique emotions.
⏩️ Keep following us in the next chapter of our logbook!
