3 Åsar hiking path
3 Åsar is located in the Änga-Tjännåsen Nature Reserve.The reserve stretches across a mountain massif with three peaks that can be seen from afar. At the summits, you can take a break and enjoy the stunning views of the coastline and the surrounding landscape. The ancient forest, the size of the nature reserve, and the three mountain peaks offer a wonderful sense of wilderness.
Here, you can hike through vast forests, across ancient shoreline ridges and fields of glacial cobblestones, all the way to breathtaking viewpoints within the Änga-Tjännåsen Nature Reserve.
When the inland ice melted over 10,000 years ago, only the summit of Tjännåsen rose above the water. Over time, the peaks of Bäckmoraåsen and Ängaåsen emerged like small islets in the sea. For around 3,000 years, waves continued to wash against the slopes, creating shoreline ridges and fields of rounded stones.
The trail passes more than 10 of these impressive cobblestone fields.
At the top of Ängaåsen, there is a stone cairn that may date back to the Bronze Age.
The 3 Åsar Trail is a circular hike of just over 9 km that takes you across the reserve’s three peaks. The best place to start is from the parking lot along road 667 between Enånger and Bäckmora, about 1.5 km from the E4 exit. From there, follow the trail clockwise. You can also start from Tjännavallen, south of Bäckmora.
The trail is new and not yet heavily worn, but thanks to the yellow trail markings, it's easy to find your way.
The final stretch between Ängaåsen and Tjännåsen includes some steep sections.
At Ängaåsen and Bäckmoraåsen, there are large wind shelters where you can take a break — or even spend the night.
If you'd like to split the hike into shorter sections, a connecting trail cuts through the reserve, allowing you to hike just half of the loop and return to your starting point.
At Tjännavallen, just below the trail, there's a natural spring with drinking water. Along the trail itself, it's recommended to bring your own water, as there are no additional water sources.
For up-to-date information and current regulations in the reserve, please visit the County Administrative Board’s website.