Trackside along the Nordland line (Nordlandsbanen) in Norway

Come along as we explore the scenic Nordland line (Nordlandsbanen) in the northern part of Norway. From sea level at the city of Bodø, the gateway to the beautiful islands of Lofoten, we travel south across Saltfjellet and the Arctic Circle. We end this part in Trofors about half the way to Trondheim. The line is single tracked and not electrified so there's lots of awesome diesel power to be seen and heard. The classic Di4 locomotives from 1980 are still running in their original paint scheme and NSB logo. Powered by General Motors EMD 645 diesel engines, these locomotives will treat you for a really nice sound experience. Highest point of elevation is 680 meters (2230 feet) above sea level. Total line length is 729 kilometers (453 miles). Completion of the line took several decades and it was not until 1962 that the tracks was opened all the way to Bodø.