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OPENING times AT TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRES

PLACE OPENING TIMES AT TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRES 2011

Svolvær.
Tel: (+47) 76 06 98 07
t-info@lofoten.info 1.1.-15.5. 16.5.-5.6. 6.6.-19.6. 20.6.-7.8. 8.8.-21.8. 22.8.-31.12.
Monday - Friday 09.00-15.30 09.00-16.00 09.00-20.00 09.00-22.00 09.00-20.00 09.00-15.30
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Saturday 10.00-14.00 10.00-14.00 09.00-20.00 10.00-14.00

Sunday 16.00-20.00 10.00-20.00
Leknes town centre.
Tel: (+47) 76 08 75 53
vti@online.no 1.1.-12.6. 13.6.-14.8. 15.8.-31.12.
Monday - Friday 10.00-16.00 10.00-18.00 10.00-16.00
Saturday 12.00-16.00
Sunday 12.00-16.00
Ramberg.
Tel: (+47) 76 09 31 10 / 76 05 22 01
Tel: (+47) 908 29 495 / 958 94 210
postmottak@flakstad.kommune.no 15.6.-31.8
Daily 09.00-19.00
Moskenesvågen, at the ferry port
Tel: (+47) 980 17 564
tour-off@lofoten-info.no 1.3.-30.4. 2.5.-31.5. 1.6.-19.6. 20.6.-14.8. 15.8.-31.8. 1.9.-16.9.
Monday - Friday 10.00-14.00 10.00-17.00 10.00-14.00
Daily 10.00-17.00 09.00-19.30 10.00-17.00
Værøy at the ferry port and Town Hall.
Tel: (+47) 75 42 06 14 / *75 42 06 00
turistkontor@varoy.kommune.no *1.1.-31.05 1.6.-25.8. *26.8.-31.12
Monday - Friday 09.00-14.00 09.30-15.00 09.00-14.00
* Town Hall
Røst, at the ferry port.
Tel: (+47) 454 92 186 / 76 05 05 00
postkasse@rost.kommune.no 20.6.-20.8.
Daily When the ferry calls.

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Index Arctic Menu
One of the many temptations of Northern Norway is our food. The abundant nature provides
Symbols 2 us with the best basic ingredients in the world, and these are the main ingredients of the Arctic
Menu. So are our food traditions, and the joy of creating new and exotic variations of them. We
Opening times at tourist information centres 2
look forward to welcoming you! More information on: www.arktiskmeny.no
How to get there 3
Map 4-5 Olavsrosa
Vågan 6 Olavsrosa –St. Olav’s Rose– is the hallmark of Norwegian Heritage. It points the way to
Vestvågøy 7 extraordinary experiences that are rooted in the Norwegian heritage. It is awarded in
Flakstad 8 accordance with a strict assessment based on the product’s cultural value, how this is being
Moskenes 9 protected and how the product is made available to the public.
Værøy 10 More information on: www.olavsrosa.no
Røst 11
Environmentally certified company
Companies and businesses that are subject to an environmental analysis and found to meet
Artscape Nordland 12
the defined industrial requirements are certified as Eco-Lighthouses (Miljøfyrtårn). The Eco-
Experience the taste of Lofoten 13
Lighthouse is a public Norwegian certificate. The scheme is supported and recommended by
Hiking trails in Lofoten 14 the Norwegian Ministry of the Environment. More information on: www.miljofyrtarn.no
Cycling in Lofoten 15
Activites 16 - 17 Highway E10 is a National Tourist Route through Lofoten.
Sights and Attractions 18 - 19 National Tourist Routes is a nationwide project carried out by the Norwegian Public Roads
Transport/Where to eat 20 Administration. The Head of the Norwegian Public Roads Administration provides the authorities
Hotel/Youth hostel/Guesthouse/ and framework, and the Tourist Route Office of the Norwegian Public Roads Administration
manages the project. A separate, superior review board ensures that the routes become a
Camping/Cabins for rent 21
particular tourist attraction of high quality. Separate architectural boards ensure that the
Rorbuer/Seahouse 22
features along the routes are of a high visual quality.
Events in Lofoten 23
More information on: www.turistveg.no
Advertisements 24 - 43
Gardsmathanen – The Farm Fare Cockerel
The farm fare cockerel is a seal of quality awarded to Norwegian farm fare that is based
on skill, tradition and local ingredients. The symbol is used by businesses involved in the
production, sale and/or serving of farm fare that are approved by the Norwegian Rural Tourism
and Farm Fare Organisation (Norsk Bygdeturisme og Gardsmat). The cockerel symbolizes care
and consideration, culture and adventure. Approved businesses are marked with the Farm Fare
Cockerel symbol. Read more at www.nbg-nett.no

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 How to get there
How to get there

Til Evenes/Narvik:
There are daily flights between Oslo Airport
and Harstad/Narvik Airport Evenes all year
round. Flight time is approx. 1.5 hours.
You can also get to Narvik by train from Stock-
holm/Göteborg. Daily departures all year round. © Frode Sandbech

From Narvik to Lofoten (from the north):

LOFAST is the new ferry-free road link between Lofoten
and the mainland. The drive from Evenes to Svolvær now
takes less than 2.5 hours. Motorists can follow the E10 to Lofoten. There
are also daily bus services from Narvik (via Evenes) to Lofoten.
The airport shuttle bus between Evenes and Svolvær takes you to and
from the airport and corresponds with all arrivals and departures. Don’t
forget to book in advance! Information about timetables and prices:
www.denkvitebussen.no
To Bodø:
There are daily flights between Oslo Airport and Bodø Airport all year
round. Flight time is approx. 1.5 hours.
You can also travel between Oslo, Trondheim, Fauske and Bodø by train.
Daily departures all year round.
From Bodø to Lofoten (from the south):
There are daily flights between Bodø and Lofoten all year round. Flight
time is 20-30 minutes. Fly from Bodø to Røst, Leknes or Svolvær, be-
tween Leknes and Røst, or from Bodø to Værøy with helicopter.
There are daily bus services from Bodø (via Fauske) to Svolvær all year
round, with corresponding services elsewhere in Lofoten.
Motorists can catch the car ferry from Bodø across to Moskenes, Værøy
or Røst, or drive to Skutvik, north of Bodø, and catch the car ferry across
to Skrova or Svolvær. You can also follow the E6 to Bognes and catch the
ferry over to Lødingen. From there you can follow the E10 to Lofoten.
There are daily express passenger boats between Bodø and Skrova/
Svolvær all year round.
Between Tromsø and Svolvær
From June to August you can catch direct flights between Tromsø and
Svolvær every day except Saturdays.
There are also bus services between Å i Lofoten and Tromsø all year
round, changing at Bjerkvik.
The Coastal Voyage Ships (Hurtigruten):
North- and southbound Coastal Voyage vessels call at Stamsund and
Svolvær every day, all year round.
When in Lofoten:
When in Lofoten you can easily travel around by using public transport, a
rental car or a bicycle.
Enjoy the beautiful Reinefjorden on board the local passenger boat from
Reine. In summer a walk from Vindstad in Reinefjorden to the white,
sandy Bunesstranda beach is the perfect combination. The walk takes
about an hour each way and is suitable for families. Bring a packed lunch
and enjoy it on the beach. Then take the boat back to Reine in the after-
noon. Alternatively, you can take a one hour round trip on the fjord.
In the summer you can enjoy Lofoten on the boat between Ballstad and
Nusfjord. Sailing along the traditional, coastal transport routes, this boat
shuttle gives access to a unique and scenic view of Lofoten, and is also
a pleasant alternative for those who do not wish to ride their bicycles
through the Nappstraum tunnel (below sea level).
The small express passenger boat between Holandshamn and Svolvær is
perfect for those wishing to cycle in the Raftsundet area. The boat sails on
Wednesdays only, from Holandshamn in the morning and from Svolvær in
the afternoon. Outside the summer season the boat also calls at Skrova.
If you want to travel on this boat, you must make a reservation in ad-
vance. In the summer you can also visit Raftsundet and the Trollfjord by
travelling on the Coastal Voyage ships (Hurtigruten) between Stokmark-
nes and Svolvær, or on one of the scheduled boat trips from Svolvær.
At the southern end of the Raftsundet strait you will find the beautiful
island of Store Molla, which is perfect for cycling and hiking. Take the car
ferry between Digermulen and Finnvik.
At the northern end of the Raftsundet strait you can take the car ferry
from Hanøy to Kaljord, or from Fiskebøl to Melbu.
You can visit the island of SKROVA by catching the express passenger
boat from Svolvær to Bodø, or the car ferry from Svolvær to Skutvik.
You can visit the islands of VÆRØY and RØST by catching the car ferry
from Moskenes or Bodø, or the plane from Bodø. New daily flights be-
tween Røst and Leknes.

Car Rental / Charter Services:

A number of different means of transport are available to you, whether
you are travelling alone or in a group. You can rent a car, touring coach,
boat, catamaran, taxi, maxi-taxi, helicopter or plane.

FOR SCHEDULES AND TRAVEL PLANNING:

Information on Lofoten: www.lofoten.info
Information on Nordland: www.visitnordland.no
Information on Norway: www.visitnorway.com
Public transport in Norway: www.rutebok.no
Public transport in Nordland: www.177nordland.com

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 VESTERÅLEN

DISTANCES IN KILOMETRES:

Svolvær – Moskenes* - Bodø: 226

Svolvær – *Skutvik – Bodø: 329
Svolvær – Lødingen* – Bodø: 385 Evenes Narvik
Svolvær – *Melbu – Andenes: 184 N
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Svolvær – Gullesfjordbotn - Andenes: 212 F OT
Svolvær – Lødingen: 99,5 LO
Svolvær – Harstad: 167
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Svolvær – Evenes Airport: 175

Svolvær – Narvik: 238
Svolvær – Kiruna: 377
Svolvær – Tromsø: 419

* Ferry links
Source: Google Maps Bodø

FERRY CONNECTIONS:
Bognes – Lødingen 60 min
Melbu - Fiskebøl 25 min
Skutvik - Skrova - Svolvær 2 hours
Bodø - Røst 4,5 - 5 hours FLAKSTADØY
Bodø - Værøy 3,5 - 5 hours
Røst - Værøy 2 hours Vikten
Værøy - Moskenes 1,5 hours
Bodø - Moskenes 3 - 3,5 hours
Nappskaret
Ramberg
EXPRESS PASSENGER VESSELS (CATAMARAN), Rambergstranda

TRAVELLING TIME: Fredvang

Svolvær – Skrova - Bodø 3 h 30 min Finnbyen

THE HURTIGRUTEN SHIP,

TRAVELLING TIME:
Bodø - Stamsund 3 h 45 min MOSKENESØY Nusfjord
Bodø - Svolvær 6 h
Stokmarknes - Svolvær 3 h Sund
Stokmarknes - Stamsund 5 h 30 min
Akkarvikodden

FLIGHTS TO LOFOTEN 20-50 MINUTES Hamnøy

Bodø - Leknes e Reine
Bodø - Svolvær Reinehalsen
Bodø - Røst Moskenes Steffenakken
Røst - Leknes
Sørvågen
Bodø - Værøy with helicopter
Svolvær - Tromsø Å

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Kabelvåg

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Ballstad 40 0 26 156 37 116 41 75 59 77 119 12 22 64 29 35 61 27 47 82 66 69
Borg 14 26 0 130 11 90 51 49 33 51 93 14 24 74 39 45 70 29 57 56 75 78
Digermulen 116 156 130 0 139 43 180 100 113 79 74 144 154 203 169 174 200 144 186 74 205 208
Eggum 21 37 11 139 0 99 61 57 41 60 102 25 35 84 50 55 81 40 67 65 86 89
Fiskebøl 76 116 90 43 99 0 140 59 73 39 31 104 114 163 129 134 160 104 146 34 165 168
Fredvang 65 41 51 180 61 140 0 100 83 101 143 36 46 29 23 6 26 51 12 106 31 34
Henningsvær 35 75 49 100 57 59 100 0 31 21 63 63 73 123 88 94 119 63 106 26 124 127
Hov 19 59 33 113 41 73 83 31 0 34 76 47 57 106 72 77 103 47 89 39 108 111
Kabelvåg 37 77 51 79 60 39 101 21 34 0 42 65 75 124 90 96 121 65 107 5 126 129
Laukvik 79 119 93 74 102 31 143 63 76 42 0 107 117 166 132 137 163 107 149 37 126 171
Leknes 28 12 14 144 25 104 36 63 47 65 107 0 10 59 25 31 56 15 42 70 61 64
Mortsund 38 22 24 154 35 114 46 73 57 75 117 10 0 69 35 41 66 24 52 80 71 74
Moskenesvåg 88 64 74 203 84 163 29 123 106 124 166 59 69 0 46 29 5 74 23 129 2 5
Nusfjord 53 29 39 169 50 129 23 88 72 90 132 25 35 46 0 17 43 40 29 95 48 51
Ramberg 59 35 45 174 55 134 6 94 77 96 137 31 41 29 17 0 26 46 12 101 31 34
Reine 84 61 70 200 81 160 26 119 103 121 163 56 66 5 43 26 0 72 20 126 7 10
Stamsund 43 27 29 144 40 104 51 63 47 65 107 15 24 74 40 46 72 0 57 70 77 80
Sund 71 47 57 186 67 146 12 106 89 107 149 42 52 23 29 12 20 57 0 112 25 28
Svolvær 42 82 56 74 65 34 106 26 39 5 37 70 80 129 95 101 126 70 112 0 126 134
Sørvågen 89 66 75 205 86 165 31 124 108 126 168 61 71 2 48 31 7 77 25 126 0 3
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Vågan
The borough of Vågan includes almost all of the island of
Austvågøy, together with Gimsøy and a number of smaller
islands, among them Henningsvær and Skrova. A small part of the
island of Hinnøya also belongs to Vågan. Svolvær is the ”capital”
of Lofoten, and an important hub for the entire region. The city
is also the major gateway to Lofoten for the steadily increasing
tourist traffic. Service industries are well developed, including
both private and public services. The biggest newspaper in the
area, Lofotposten, is published in Svolvær. There are many primary
and secondary schools and several colleges of further education. In
Kabelvåg, you will find the art and film college (Nordland kunst- og
filmskole) as well as Lofoten Folk High School. The borough’s vibrant
cultural life includes choirs and bands, revue groups and a number
of other activities. The North Norwegian Artists’ Centre (Nordnorsk
Kunstnersenter) is located in Svolvær, and 75% of all professional
artists in Lofoten and Vesterålen live in Vågan. The Lofoten International
Art Festival is arranged here every other year. A wide range of sports, an
indoor sports hall, skiing slopes, floodlit ski trails, wonderful walking and
touring terrain and considerable boating activity, are all part of the range of
leisure activities available to the local inhabitants.
Public transport
There are daily flights from Svolvær to the other air fields in the area and to
the main airport in Bodø. Svolvær is daily port of call for the northbound and
southbound Coastal Voyage ships (Hurtigruten). There are also express boat
service to Bodø and a car ferry service to Skutvik and the E6. Vesterålen can
be reached on the car ferry between Fiskebøl and Melbu. There are regular
bus services to and from Svolvær, and car ferries and express boats to Skrova.
A car ferry service is also in operation between Store Molla and Digermulen.
LOFAST, the ferry-free road link with the mainland in the north, was opened
on December 1, 2007.
Description of the Borough
Svolvær: Svolvær became a transit harbour in 1918, was awarded city
status on 17 May 1996, has a population today of about 4,290 people, and is
one of North Norway’s most important harbours when it comes to maritime
services. The crag known as Svolværgeita, ”the Svolvær Goat”, is the town’s
most characteristic feature, representing a welcome challenge to climbers.
The peak was climbed for the first time in 1910. The painter Gunnar Berg
from Svolvær painted many pictures from Lofoten, the most famous of which,
”The Battle of Trollfjord” can be seen in the Gunnar Berg Gallery. Other art
galleries include the North Norwegian Artists’ Centre, Gallery Dagfinn Bakke
and Lofoten Theme Gallery. The Lofoten War Memorial Museum recounts the
role of the Lofoten Islands during World War II. Unique ice sculptures are
displayed at Magic Ice, adjacent to the Coastal Voyage (Hurtigruten) docks.
Svolvær represents the exciting atmosphere of a bustling harbour, a small
town and an artists’ environment all at once.
Storvågan: Historical area with roots dating back to the year 900. In the
Middle Ages this was the most densely populated area in Northern Norway
due to the Lofoten fisheries. From Storvågan, all fish was transported out
of the region for further export to the continent. Today, Storvågan is the
location of the Lofoten Museum, the Lofoten Aquarium and Gallery Espolin
Johnson, all of which are excellent attractions.
Kabelvåg: This was the most important fishing village in Lofoten during
the last century. Kabelvåg forms part of the borough’s cultural history
reserve and has some very interesting architecture. Today’s population
is approximately 1,920 people. Around the year 1103, King Øystein had
Lofoten’s first church built in Kabelvåg. Later, in around 1120, he also had
“rorbu” cabins built for the fishermen. A commemorative statue of him can
be seen on the heights overlooking Kabelvåg town centre. Vågan Church,
© Jann Engstad © Kjell Ove Storvik © Geir Rune Holm © Fabrice Milochau
2005 France
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referred to as “Lofoten Cathedral” can also be found in Kabelvåg. It was
built in 1898 and can accommodate up to 1200 people. The village square
is the heart of Kabelvåg and helps create a pleasant atmosphere around the
harbour. Visit the gallery of artists Thor Erdal and Inger Anne Nyaas near the
town square.
Henningsvær: Dubbed the “The Venice of Lofoten”, Henningsvær is one
of the archipelago’s most important fishing villages, and has a population of
about 470 people. Lofoten House Gallery (Galleri Lofotens Hus) is a popular
tourist attraction there. In addition to paintings by Karl Erik Harr, it houses a
collection of paintings by other well-known 19th and 20th century Nordland
artists. There is also an exhibition of photographs taken in Lofoten at around
the turn of the 19th century by the well-known photographer, Wilse. In
Henningsvær there are also a number of interesting workshops and sales
outlets for glassware and ceramics as well as a candlemaker’s workshop in
the Engelskmannsbrygga (Englishman’s Hamlet).
Skrova: With its wonderful sandy beaches this island is a pearl in the
Vestfjord, and is also known for the best views of the Lofoten Wall. Skrova
has the least rainfall in the entire region, and the longest hours of sunshine. It
also offers the most unique facilities in Lofoten when it comes to photography.
Furthermore, Skrova offers art galleries, overnight accommodations, places
to eat, sea fishing and good walking country. From Mount Skrovafjellet, 282
metres asl, there are superb views of Hamarøy, Landegode, the Lofoten Wall
and all the way to Værøy. With its population of around 230, Skrova has
been a centre for fisheries and whaling for many decades. This authentic
fishing village offers visitors the chance to relax in peaceful surroundings.
Daily connections to Skutvik, Bodø and Svolvær. The community of Skrova
and the surrounding islands are well worth a visit.
Digermulen and Raftsundet: The community of Digermulen, with the
Keiservarden peak, is situated by the entrance to the Raftsundet strait. There
are organized trips from Svolvær to these beautiful natural surroundings, and
to the Trollfjord, several times a day during the summer. Turn off the E10
near Fiskebøl. This is also an excellent area for cycling.
Laukvik is situated on the north-western coast of Lofoten and offers
fantastic views of the ocean and the midnight sun. About 430 people live
there, and the main sources of income are fishing and agriculture. A range
of accommodation is available there, and the surrounding area is a good
starting point for walks to places like Mount Matmora. In Laukvik you will
also find a small museum, the Northern Lights centre “Polarlightcenter” and
the art gallery ”Galleri Magica”.
Gimsøy - Hov is an area on the north-western coast of Lofoten offering
fantastic views of the ocean and the midnight sun. Hov is one of the oldest
inhabited places in the Lofoten Islands, and as such contains a wealth of
ancient monuments including burial mounds and landing places for boats
that date back as early as the Stone Age and Iron Age. Lofoten Golf Links has
been established in the same spectacular setting . At present, it is a 9-hole
course situated right on the seashore.
Area: 477 km2
Population: 8.957
Centre of Municipal Administration: Svolvær
Telephone: +47 75 42 00 00
www.vagan.kommune.no
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2005 France Nordic Life

Haukland © Terje Rakke/Lofoten Vinter
Vestvågøy offers fantastic countryside for hiking. The landscape between
the tall, jagged peaks stretches out to form a wide valley. Vestvågøy is
one of North Norway’s most important agricultural areas. The local school
system is well-developed ranging from primary school level to colleges of
further education. Additionally, the Lofoten Studie- og Høyskolesenter offers
distance learning courses in Leknes.
There is a wealth of cultural activity in the borough including the Teater NOR
theatre group, the Nordland Puppet Theatre, Eilertsen & Granados Theatre
Company, Lofotr Viking Museum, Galleri 2, artist’s studios, the Kunstkvarteret
artists’ centre, a rallycross circuit, the school of culture, the “Drivhuset”
youth club, the school brass band, choirs, folk dance groups, and a number
of sports clubs. There are also swimming pools and sports halls, a central
stadium, an alpine skiing facility, in addition to illuminated ski trails and first
class rambling terrain, providing the opportunity of activity all year round.
Communications
There are daily flights between Leknes, Svolvær and Bodø. The Coastal
Voyage ships (Hurtigruten) call at Stamsund every day. There is also a car
ferry between Moskenes and Bodø in the south, and a ferry-free road link
(E10) with the mainland in the north.
Trade and Industry
Fishing and agriculture are the main industries in the borough. The trawler
company Nordland Havfiske and Aker Seafoods are based in Stamsund. A
national survey has confirmed that the best lamb in the country comes from
Lofoten. North Norway’s biggest private abattoir is situated in the borough.
Other important trades include service/commerce and tourism. The fishing
fleet also contributes towards employment in the maritime engineering
industry.
Description of the Borough
Leknes: The region’s major centre of trade and commerce, and the
centre of municipal administration. Population of about 2,650 people. Well-
developed services, including hotels, cafés, restaurants, auto repair shops,
specialist shops, pharmacies, bakeries, cinema, library and swimming pool.
The newspaper “Lofot-Tidende” is published here twice a week.
Ballstad: Approx. 1,100 inhabitants. One of the largest fishing villages
in Lofoten. Here you will find a cod-liver oil factory, a boatyard decorated
with the world’s largest mural, an art gallery, cafés, restaurants, and several
places where you can hire fishermen’s cabins (rorbu cabins) for overnight
accommodation. Ballstad was one of the first communities to provide what
we today call rorbu cabin holidays.
Gravdal: Approx. 1,600 inhabitants. One of the largest towns in Vestvågøy.
Lofoten Hospital and Vestvågøy Residential Home are located here, together
with a branch of Vest-Lofoten College of Further Education. Buksnes Church,
built in dragon style in 1905, is well worth a visit.
Stamsund: Approx. 1,500 inhabitants. One of the most important fishing
villages in west Lofoten. Daily port of call for the Hurtigrute ships. Stamsund
Sports Club’s undertakings include the running of Lofoten’s best alpine skiing
facility.
Area: 422 km2
Population: 10.702
Centre of Municipal Administration: Leknes
Telephone: +47 76 05 60 00
www.vestvagoy.kommune.no
© To-foto © Fabrice Milochau © www.lofotr.no
2005 France
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Vestvågøy
An artist’s studio and “Galleri 2” are situated approx. 100 m from
the Hurtigrute docks. Every June the Stamsund International
Theatre Festival is arranged here.
Vik/Haukland/Uttakleiv: Marvellous white beaches.
Excellent spots to see the Midnight Sun, and popular places for
outings among both local residents and tourists.
Unstad: A mountain viewpoint and photo spot. The houses here
are grouped together as they would have been in the Middle Ages.
Great hiking trails and scope for hillwalking. A tunnel leading to
the village was opened in autumn 1995. Excellent conditions for
surfers.
Borg: “Lofotr Viking Museum”. The biggest Viking Age chieftain’s
homestead in Scandinavia has been excavated at Borg. A full-scale replica
of the chieftain’s house has been reconstructed. If you have time, you can
go down to the bay and take a look at the Viking ships and the boathouse
replica. The King’s Stone, signed during the royal couple’s visit to North
Norway in summer 1992, is also found there. Borge Church, inaugurated in
1987, is located in the near vicinity and can accommodate 700 people. The
church is often used for concerts and is known for its distinctive architecture
and excellent acoustics.
Eggum: The houses here are grouped together as they would have been
in the Middle Ages, and are attractively situated at the foot of precipitous
mountains. Beautiful pebble beach. Midnight Sun viewpoint . “Borga”, the
fortification built of stone during WW II, was one of the first German radar
stations in northern Europe. Good starting point for hiking.
Mortsund: An active fishing village with several fish factories. The most
modern cod-liver oil factory in North Norway. Salmon farming. Trail to Mount
Middagstinden. Abundant bird life.
Holsøyene: The inner Buksnesfjord area holds a wealth of ancient cultural
monuments, including the remains of boathouses from the late Iron Age and
burial sites from the early Iron Age. Farthest to the north here we find Hol, a
parish since the Middle Ages with a church that dates back to 1806. Among
the five prehistoric boathouse sites found in the area, we find one which
is no less than 43 metres in length. It is Norway’s biggest boathouse site
and has most likely housed a so-called “Leidang” ship. There are altogether
about 80 burial mounds here, some of which have proven to be of ancient
Sámi origin.
Vestvågøy Museum: At the Fygle branch of the museum, there is a fine
collection of approx. 2,000 exhibits. At Skaftnes (Sennesvik), the collection
further consists of a farm house from 1860, a quayside warehouse, a large
boathouse and a forge. There are also traces of Stone Age settlement at
Sversvika.
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Flakstad
The borough of Flakstad consists of the island of
Flakstadøy and the northern part of Moskenesøy. The
origin of the borough’s name, Flakstad, is unclear, and
may be derived from the word “flag”, meaning “cliff”. An
older name for the island was “Vargfot”, meaning “wolf’s
paw”.
The E10, also known as “King Olav V’s Road”, passes
through Flakstad on its way to Å. Most of the people in
Flakstad live along the far side of Lofoten, facing the ocean,
in fishing villages such as Ramberg and Fredvang.
Overlooking the Vestfjord we find Sund, Skjelfjord, Nesland
and Nusfjord. The largest shore zone and farmland areas in
Flakstad are found at Fredvang, on the northern tip of Moskenesøy
Island, at Vareid and in the area around Flakstad Church. The local
tourist information centre is situated in the village of Ramberg.
The borough is divided into two by the rapid Sundstraumen strait,
which is narrowest at Strømsnes, where the distance between the
islands of Moskenesøy and Flakstadøy is just enough for two fishing
vessels to pass one another. At the municipal centre of Ramberg,
there is a library, a supermarket, a petrol station and a garage.
Furthermore, the borough offers good schools and services. There
are places to eat in Ramberg that are open all year round, and in
the summer there are also places to eat at Fredvang, Sund, Vikten
and in Nusfjord.
Public transport
The distance from Ramberg to the nearest airport at Leknes is 33
km. Stamsund, the nearest port of call for the Coastal Voyage ships
(Hurtigruten) is 49 km away. There are car ferries to Bodø, Værøy
and Røst from Moskenes, which is about 30 km from Ramberg.
Trade and Industry
Fishing and agriculture are the main sources of income in the
borough. Fish is landed at Fredvang, Nusfjord, Napp, Ramberg and
Sund. At Vikten, Ramberg and Sund, there are also well-established
arts and crafts centres. The Blacksmith in Sund, probably has the
largest number of visitors, together with the glassblower’s workshop
at Vikten. With between 20,000 and 30,000 visitors during the
summer, these are among Lofoten’s most popular attractions.
Description of the Borough
There are remnants of Stone Age settlement in Flakstad. Nusfjord
and Sund have been referred to as fishing villages in documents
dating back to the 16th century. The Church and the King were major
landowners, but during the 19th century most of the King’s land
was sold to private parties, and the system involving landowners
(squires) in the fishing villages came into existence. When this
system crumbled, new, modern fishing villages emerged.
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Ramberg: The centre of municipal administration is located by a
wonderful white sandy beach facing the Norwegian Sea. Just outside
the village we find the beautiful Flakstad Church, built of wood in
1780, with its characteristic onion-shaped dome. The altarpiece is
older than the church, and the pulpit was painted by the master
painter from Bergen, Godtfred Ezechiel.
Nusfjord: Flakstad’s most famous fishing village. During European
Architecture Conservation Year in 1975, Nusfjord was chosen as one
of three pilot projects for the preservation of traditional construction
methods in Norway. Here you will find an agglomeration of fishermen’s
cabins (rorbu), some of which are inhabited by fishermen during the
winter season and used by tourists in the summer. Michele Sarno’s
silversmith’s workshop “Krismar Sølvsmie” is also found here.
Vikten:Here you will find the glassblower’s cabin and Åse’s ceramics
tower, both popular tourist attractions where handmade products
are sold. There is a pebble beach there facing the open sea.
Napp: A modern fishing village. The Flakstadstien trail starts here,
a signposted footpath leading from Napp, past Storbåthallaren cave,
a well-known Stone Age settlement, to the abandoned farming and
fishing hamlet of Østre Nesland.
Sund: Old fishing hamlet. There is a fisheries museum there with a
separate section for boat engines that can be started. Home of the
Blacksmith in Sund, famous for his handmade cormorants.
Østre Nesland: An abandoned fishing and farming community
with well preserved production buildings: a farm mill, cookhouse,
boathouse, salmon smokehouse etc. On the way to Nesland you will
pass Skjelfjord, which was a port of refuge for British warships after
the Battle of Narvik in 1940.
Fredvang: This fishing village, situated on the northern part of
the island of Moskenesøy, is the point of departure for hiking trails
leading to the far side of the island (Yttersida). In the area around
Fredvang there are picnic spots, cabins for daytime hikers, and the
village association’s cabin with overnight accommodation facilities.
The ”Draugen Festival” takes place here in July.
Mølnarodden: Easy access to hiking trails near Solbjørnvatnet
lake.
Area: 180 km2
Population: 1.438
Centre of Municipal Administration: Ramberg
Telephone: +47 76 05 22 01
www.flakstad.kommune.no
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The borough of Moskenes covers the southern part of the island of
Moskenesøy, where the landscape has been sculpted by glaciers and
other elemental forces that have turned it into one of the wildest and most
fascinating spots in Norway. Mount Hermannsdalstind, with an altitude
of 1029 metres, is the highest mountain in Western Lofoten. There is a
large number of mountain lakes to fish in. The landscape is characterised
by sheer mountains and a narrow shoreline, and has some of the oldest
rocks in Europe, approximately 3 billion years old. There was settlement
on the far side of the island, overlooking the mighty ocean, up until
the 1950s. Today, settlement is concentrated on the inner coast, where
there are good harbour conditions for the fishing fleet, cargo vessels
and pleasure boats. Services in the borough are well-developed and
include grocery shops, a bank, post office services, kiosks, restaurants,
cafés and a petrol station. There is also a primary and secondary school.
There are many cultural activities in Moskenes, including a music and
a culture school, a library, art galleries, and numerous societies and
organizations.
Public transport
There are car ferries to Bodø, Værøy and Røst. The E10 connects
Moskenes with the central and eastern parts of Lofoten. There are
regular bus services to Leknes, Stamsund and Svolvær. Distance to the
nearest airport, Leknes: 55 km. Distance to the nearest port of call for
the Coastal Voyage ships, Stamsund: 70 km.
Trade and Industry
Fisheries have been, and still are, essential for habitation in Moskenes.
Moskenes is one of the most fisheries dependent boroughs in Norway. In
recent years, however, tourism has gained increasing importance.
Description of the Borough
In Moskenes, the fishing villages appear one after the other like
pearls on a string. In places like Hamnøy, Sakrisøy, Reine, Moskenes,
Sørvågen, Tind and Å, much can be learnt about everyday life in a fishing
village. You can also follow the example of many visitors, and rent a
fisherman’s cabin (rorbu), spending your holiday in an authentic and
lively environment. Moskenes Island has plenty to offer those seeking
an encounter with the elements. A boat trip by way of the Maelstrom,
characterized as one of the fiercest - and possibly the most dangerous
- ocean currents in the world, brings us to the far side of Lofoten. Here
we find traces of settlement dating thousands of years back in time.
The gigantic Kollhellaren Cave in Refsvika is a coastal cavern with
approximately 3,000 year old cave paintings. There are organised boat
trips and fishing trips in the Maelstrom in summer, together with visits to
the cave in Refsvika, in the company of authorised guides. Fishing boat
trips are also available, providing insight into the professional life of the
fishermen: ”Fisherman for a day”. Back on the inner coast, you might
want to take a trip on the Reinefjord. There is a scheduled boat service
from Reine to one of Norway’s most beautiful fjords, where you can have
a pleasant walk when you go ashore. In the centre of Reine you will
find a fresh fish shop. In 2007, a new culture centre was opened in the
Area: 118.6 km2
Population: 1.128
Centre of Municipal Administration: Reine
Telephone: +47 76 05 31 00
www.moskenes.kommune.no
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building that previously housed Reine School. The artist Eva
Harr now has her own gallery there, and Frank A Jenssen’s
well-known multimedia show is also screened at the centre.
Moskenes Council’s contribution to “Artscape Nordland”,
the sculpture “Laurel leaves in Moskenes”, by Spanish artist
Cristina Iglesias, is situated in Akkarvika near Hamnøy. Not
far from the former mansion in Moskenes there is also a
sculpture in memory of Tennes-Kaspara, the last person to be
beheaded in Moskenes. Gallery Krysset, a private art gallery,
and the Norwegian Telecom Museum, are located in Sørvågen.
Moskenes is known for its fantastic walking country, both in
the mountains and in any of the small, long-established fishing
villages. A two hour hike from Sørvågen, along a signposted and
marked rambler’s trail, will lead you to the Lofoten Mountain Touring
Association’s ramblers’ cabin, “Munkebu” (DNT).
At the Norwegian Fishing Village Museum in Å, you can gain insight into
the activities of a genuine, traditional fishing village. For 200 years,
the museum’s buildings have served their own different purposes in
the old village. In the boathouse, cod-liver oil factory, forge, bakery
and fishermen’s cabin (rorbua), visitors can learn about the Lofoten
fishery, stockfish and cod-liver oil production, as well as local beliefs
and superstitions about the sea monster “Draugen” and the Maelstrom.
The forge and the bakery are in operation throughout the summer. The
museum also produces and sells its own cod-liver oil. Not far away we
also find Lofoten Stockfish Museum, dedicated to the history of the
production and sale of Norway’s oldest export commodity, dried fish.
With the help of extensive exhibitions, guided tours and video films in
several languages, visitors can learn all about this historic industry.
On the island of Sakrisøya, we find Dagmar’s Doll and Toy Museum - a
place for the whole family, and the first of its kind in Norway, opened in
1992. There is a second-hand shop there, too. On the other side of the
road is Anita’s Sjømatbutikk (Anita’s Seafood Shop), selling a wide range
of fresh, smoked and dried fish.
In Reine you will find the Norwegian Whalers’ Museum. Reine has always
been an important centre for Norwegian minke whaling. At the museum
you can learn about the minke whale, how the catch is conducted and
lots more about this exciting, but endangered aspect of Norwegian
coastal culture.
Historical events
1906: Northern Europe’s first wireless telegraph station was opened
in Sørvågen. The Norwegian Telecom Museum has been established in
Sørvågen to present the unique history of local telecommunications.
1928: Northern Europe’s first radio telephony station was opened in
Sørvågen. As part of a broadcasting experiment, the service at Moskenes
Church was transmitted to a radio receiver on 12 February 1929.
1941: The Reine Raid is carried out by Norwegian and British
commandos.
1963: King Olav opens the Lofoten Road. The King goes ashore at Å and
lays down a commemorative plaque at Hamnøy.
1992: ”King Olav’s Road”, the E10 from Å to the national border.
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Værøy
Værøy, the penultimate island in the Lofoten archipelago,
has every feature typical of Lofoten all in one place:
midnight sun, white sandy beaches, seabird colonies,
and an historic but still active fishing village. The Værøy
mountains differ from those in the rest of Lofoten.
Although just as steep, they are easier to ascend, offering
wonderful views in all directions after little more than a
brisk walk. To the east and south of the mountains lies
Sørland, the island’s municipal centre. On the northern side
of the island are Old Værøy Church and the Vicarage. The
midnight sun, from 30 May to 13 July, can be seen at its best
out there where the path to Måstad begins.
Over 80 % of jobs in Værøy have some connection with the
fisheries. In Lofoten, cod is caught in winter, Greenland halibut and
saithe in summer, and herring in autumn. The climate on Værøy,
with its mild winters and cool summers, is perfect for producing
stockfish (dried fish). Italy and Spain are the most important
markets for this product, and as a result of this trade down through
the centuries, Værøy has been twinned with Venice. The per capita
value of fish exports from Værøy is approximately NOK 650,000.
Attractions
In the old days, the great cliffside seabird colonies on the far side
of Værøy’s Måstad peninsula were an important and necessary food
resource for the islanders.
150 people used to live in Måstad, but with no roads and poor
harbour facilities, the settlement was eventually abandoned. Going
ashore at Måstad is frequently combined with fishing trips or an
expedition by boat to the seabird colonies. It is also possible to get
there on foot.
Puffins were hunted using specially trained “lundehund” or puffin
dogs. All the remaining puffin dogs in Norway can trace their roots
back to Måstad on Værøy.
In the days when there was a bounty on eagles, the birds were
caught by the islanders using only their bare hands. Lying concealed
in mountain hides, the hunters would lure the eagles with bait and
then catch them alive.
A beautiful and unusual sandy beach, Punn Sanden (only accessible
by boat) with caves containing paintings that are over 3,000 years
old.
Mollbakken in Nordland is a large pebble beach at the old sea
level. A large number of finds from the Viking age have been made
here.
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The trip from Moskenes to Værøy takes you across one of the
world’s fiercest ocean currents, the Maelstrom, which inspired both
Edgar Allan Poe and Jules Verne in their writings.
Church with its black, onion-shaped dome, is the oldest church
in Lofoten, built in about 1740 and moved to Værøy in 1799. The
carved alabaster altarpiece figures are English and date back to
about 1430.
Activities
Visitors to Værøy will find a range of activities for their enjoyment,
some of which are seasonal. In the summer, weather permitting,
trips to the seabird colonies and fishing grounds are arranged.
The area around Værøy is perfect for kayaking and diving, and the
mountain walking trails offer wonderful scenic views.
Transport
The world’s northernmost helicopter service runs twice daily
between Værøy and Bodø.
Car ferry service: Bodø– Moskenes– Værøy- Røst.
Art and Culture
Cultural life is rich in Værøy, and includes the largest male voice choir
in the Lofoten Islands. In July, the Værøy Festival and Værøydagene
festival are due to be arranged with activities for young and old.
The Norwegian Puffin Dog Club (Norsk lundehundklubb) convenes
every four years at the dogs’ place of origin. Værøy is an exciting
meeting place for a variety of artistic and cultural offerings. The
island has inspired many artists over the years, including the
famous Norwegian painter, Theodor Kittelsen. There are several art
galleries and sales outlets on the island. Karl Erik Harr painted the
altar piece in the new church. For those who want to go shopping,
Værøy can boast of local chocolate production and clothes design.
Traditional fare like hjellosing (cured cod), salted and cured saithe
or whale meat casserole, is a gastronomical must.
Accommodation
Værøy offers a variety of overnight accommodations, including
rorbu cabins, camping cabins, quayside rooms and a motel.
Services
In Sørland there are shops with cash machines and post office
services, a bank, petrol station, fish landing facility, garage, cafés,
a pub, municipal administration offices, a library, a doctor’s surgery
and a health visitor.
Area: 17,5 km2
Population: 758
Centre of Municipal Administration: Sørland
Telephone: +47 75 42 06 00
www.varoy.kommune.no
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Outermost in the Lofoten archipelago, about 100 km to the west
of Bodø and 115 km to the north of the Arctic Circle, we find Røst
with its 365 islands, isles and skerries. The largest of them, it’s
highest point barely 12 m above sea level, is Røstlandet. Further
south, the islands of Storfjellet, Vedøya, Trenyken and Hærnyken
loom like gigantic monuments in the water. The entire population
of the municipality is found on Røstlandet and a couple of lesser
islands to which it is connected by roads. Here, too, we find the
municipal administration offices, church, primary and secondary
school, kindergarten, shops with post office facilities, restaurants,
hotels, airport, and fisheries warehouses.
Trade and Industry
The sea and the Gulf Stream shape the climate on Røst. Mild winters
and cool summers coupled with relentless winds make the climate
ideal for the production of the island’s most important export
commodity, stockfish. From January to April large amounts of cod
are brought ashore and hung out on fish racks, to be processed
by the weather and turned into first class products. Røst is more
dependent on fish than most other municipalities in the country, not
many of which produce export articles for larger sums per inhabitant
than Røst.
Public Transport
There are daily flights between Bodø and Røst with corresponding
transport to and from Bodø and Leknes. There is also a car ferry to
Bodø, Værøy and Moskenes. The direct crossing from Bodø to Røst
takes about 4 hours on the ferry and 20 minutes by air.
Description of the Borough
The scenery on Røstlandet, covered as it is by flat pastures,
marshes and innumerable lakes and ponds, contrasts sharply with
the towering, steep bird cliffs that rise out of the sea towards the
southwest. Nowhere else in Norway will you find as many nesting
sea birds as on these islands.
The Church Ruins
The church itself was consecrated in May 1839 by bishop Kierschow.
It was constructed along lines laid down by architect Lindstow as
the standard for country churches, but is presumed to have been
the only one of its kind to be built of stone, as protection against
Area: 11 km2
Population: 618
Centre of Municipal Administration: Røstlandet
Telephone: + 47 76 05 05 00
www.rost.kommune.no
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storms. It was in use until 1900, when it was considered
too small and was demolished the year after by Royal
decree.
Art/Culture/History
Røst, and in particular Skomvær Lighthouse, the final
outpost overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, has long been a
source of inspiration and a favoured destination among
artists and writers. The clergyman-poet Petter Dass
described Røst in his poems, and Thorolf Holmboe wrote
“The Cormorants of Røst.” The Legend of the cormorants
of Utrøst and the fairy tale world that according to tradition
is to be found out at sea off Skomvær Lighthouse, is also
well known. Pictorial artist Theodor Kittelsen lived at Skomvær
Lighthouse for almost two years in the late 1880’s, publishing his
accounts in the form of both drawings and writings. Karl Erik Harr
has also illustrated the fairy tale of “The Cormorants of Utrøst” and
his illustrations are on permanent display at Røst School. Many
of famous Norwegian artist Kaare Espolin Johnson’s best known
motifs are from Røst.
Pietro Querini
Querini was a Venetian nobleman, shipwrecked in the North Sea
during the early winter of 1431, while on a voyage from Crete to
Flanders. One of the lifeboats with survivors from the wreck drifted
ashore on the uninhabited island of Sandøy, just off Røst. The
survivors were found in a very poor state of health in January 1432.
They stayed on till spring, and then left on ships carrying stockfish.
The Italians’ narratives of conditions on Røst at the time is one of
the most important accounts we have about the lives of ordinary
people in Northern Norway during the Middle Ages. A monument to
commemorate Querini and his companions was unveiled on Sandøy
on 10 July 1932.
Bird Nesting Colonies
The steep and towering islands southwest of the populated island
of Røstlandet, are ”home” for the largest number of nesting birds
across Norway, - with approximately a quarter of the country’s
seabird population. A survey made in 1992 shows a population of
2.5 million adult birds. During the summer, there are daily boat trips
to the nesting colonies. On the island of Vedøya, you can see the
remnants of early settlement, showing that the island was probably
an old fishing and hunting station. Bird lovers and scientists, both
at home and abroad, regularly visit these ornithologically important
islands. Moreover, a book about the birds of Røst has been published
in Norwegian, English, German and French.
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Artscape Nordland
Artscape Nordland
Røst © Vegard Moen
The underlying idea of this project is that a work of art,
by its presence creates a place of its own. The sculpture
also visualizes its surroundings, thus giving the place a
new dimension. Artscape Nordland has also given rise to a
wideranging and important debate on contemporary art in the
region. See: http://skulpturlandskap.no/
RØST
Title: The Nest. The height of the column fragments 25 cm, diameter
85 cm, the diameter of the eggs 25 cm.
Artist: Luciano Fabro, Italy.
Luciano Fabro says that the sculpture The Nest is a monument made
for birds. The site of the sculpture on an island where migrating birds
nest creates this meaning. The forms of the sculpture are derived
both from nature and from culture. The eggs mark the beginning of a
life, while the classical forms of the columns tell of bygone splendors.
Location: The bird island Vedøya.
MOSKENES
Title: Laurel Leaves - Moskenes. Two aluminium wall reliefs 273 x
266 and 312 x 266 cm.
Artist: Cristina Iglesias, Spain.
Laurel Leaves - Moskenes is a re-marking of a natural site, an entrance
to the naturally formed Devil´s Churn. The artist has placed a relief
wall on both sides of the entrance, thus wishing to signify its mystery
and its value. The recreation of the site as a work of art is about
the human will to make things beautiful. The idea of beauty here is
derived from the patterns of nature, the shapes and forms that by
repetition form «a landscape within a landscape» as the artist
has said, or, one could add, «a patterned field within the fields of
vegetation».
Location: Between the E10 and the fiord, 2 km north of Hamnøy.
www.artscape.no
Lofoten – Enjoy Nature at its best!
We would like you and your children to enjoy your next stay in
Lofoten just as much as you did this one! By following a few simple
guidelines, you will help us to achieve this goal.
• Make use of the natural resources without damaging or pollut-
ing them. Avoid using motor vehicles whenever possible. You will
be far closer to Nature on foot, on a bike or in a boat! Please note
that certain places may be overtly subject to wear and tear – even
though Lofoten is green and luxuriant, the natural surroundings
are vulnerable and growth conditions are often only marginal.
Please do not drive on the grass! If you are camping in a tent,
caravan or mobile home, we kindly request that you stay at the
proper camp sites.
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FLAKSTAD
Title: Epitaph.Material: Natural rocks. Height: 5 m Diameter: 8.5 m.
Shape: Cylindrical
Artist: Toshikatsu Endo, Japan.
Endo often uses the circle as a basis for his sculptures. As a symbol,
it expresses eternal and inherent orderliness in a concept of time that
is circular as opposed to the linear conception of time that we are
used to in the western wayof thinking.
Location: Just off the road to Skjelfjord, approx. 2 km from
Ramberg.
VESTVÅGØY
Title: Head. Iron and granite. Height 178 cm.
Artist: Markus Raetz, Switzerland.
Markus Raetz’s art is about seeing, about how we observe the things
around us.We are shown surprices, and reminded that they can be
experienced even in other situations in our life, if we pay attention.
The sculpture on Eggum changes its form - and thus also its content -
16 times as the viewer walks around the sculpture. From one viewing
angle, it looks like a classical portrait, and from another the head is
seen upside down.
Location: About 2 km beyond the village Eggum.
VÅGAN
Untitled. Glass and steel. Height: 2,5 m.
Artist: Dan Graham, USA.
What role does the onlooker play in his encounter with the work of
modern art? Graham’s solution to this question explicitly involves
the actual sculptural structure itself. In his pavilions, with their
walls of glass and mirrors, the onlooker becomes aware of both his
physical position and the relationship between this and the sculptur’s
transparent and reflective walls, while simuntaneously seeing himself
in the same environment as that which surrounds the work of art
itself.
Location: At E10 near the old ferry-quai at Lyngvær.
• The Right of Way allows you to move freely through open country-
side, but you must show consideration to plants and animals, and
especially to nesting birds. If you suspect that any kind of environ-
mental crimes are being committed, please do not hesitate to report
this to the local tourist information centre, the police or any other
relevant body!
• Choose environmentally friendly merchandise and overnight
accommodations that focus on the environment.
• We recommend you to visit some of our many natural and cultural
attractions. By learning about Lofoten you will enrich yourself, and
your knowledge will lead to a better understanding of the state of
resources and the local way of life.
• We thank you for your help and consideration, and wish you
welcome back to Lofoten!

Experience the taste of Lofoten
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When in Lofoten, the taste of the region will never be far away. You will
find it well-prepared at one of the many restaurants on your trip, and
you will recognize it from a walk along the shore or quayside. The smell
of stockfish, seaweed and the seashore itself will stimulate your senses.
The wind, the sun and the rain in your face are the same elements that
give taste to and conserve the cod, turning it into stockfish. What you
see around you is a landscape characterized by a vibrant and traditional
culinary culture. You see quaysides, fisherman’s cabins, fish racks, farms
and pastures from shore to mountaintop. What we can harvest here comes
from robust and well adjusted plants and animals. The sea is a pantry that
has sustained people all along the coast and created distinctive culinary
traditions all over the world. On land the windswept climate has left its
mark on the vegetation, but Lofoten too has its oases of fertile soil between
the high mountains, sheltered from the cold north wind. The bright summer
and constant humidity compensate for short seasons of growth, creating
unexpected opportunities like our big, juicy carrots that have gathered
sustenance from the sun 24 hours a day.
Because of its excellent quality, “Stockfish from Lofoten” is a geographically
protected name in Norway, in the same league as champagne and Parma
ham - a trademark under development for over a thousand years. It was
the Vikings who introduced stockfish to the Europeans. They took the
dried fish with them on their travels to Europe and bartered fish for other
wares. The fish drying process is conducted in exactly the same way
today, completely naturally with no additives. It is one of the oldest food
preservation methods known. The head and the body are dried separately,
and before they are hung on the fish racks, the innards are removed,
including the liver and roes. The liver is used in the manufacture of cod-
liver oil, while the roes are used in Norwegian caviar. From the head you
can eat both the tongue and the cheeks. After two or three months on the
racks, the fish have dried enough to be taken indoors. After the stockfish
has been taken inside it is sorted by size and appearance. Stockfish has
created close relationships between people and a culture open to visitors,
to whom we proudly offer our local dishes. Stockfish may also be found
hanging on boathouse walls, and at people’s homes where it is used as a
snack for young and old and as the reason for spontaneous get-togethers
on midsummer nights.
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Experience the taste of Lofoten
We hope you will take the opportunity of tasting your way through Lofoten.
The greenest of grass that grows on the steep mountainsides makes for fit
and fine lamb, known as Lofoten Lamb. Cows and goats yield both meat
and dairy produce. Herbs are gathered in the wild and from herb gardens.
Bees provide honey even though Lofoten is north of the Arctic Circle. The
midnight sun helps bring about a special Arctic taste to the produce we
gather from nature. We also have proud producers of eggs, ice cream and
chocolate here. We can offer herring, pâtés and fish cakes made from
traditional recipes. We find salmon and other species of fish, shellfish
and whale meat right on our doorstep - fantastic, fresh ingredients for
excellent culinary experiences which you can either prepare yourself in your
fisherman’s cabin (rorbu), or enjoy at one of the many restaurants that
work together with the local food companies. You will find local food on the
shelves of our shops or you can drop in at one of our many, friendly food
producer’s.
Whichever way you decide, you will feel, hear, see, smell or taste Lofoten.
We wish you a pleasant trip, and a taste of Lofoten.
The Food and Aquavit Trail
Lofoten offers the country’s first Food and Aquavit Trail. Here, you can
try out dishes made from local ingredients and become familiar with the
different kinds of Norwegian aquavit. All of this tastefully put together by
the region’s accomplished chefs. Our friendly and accommodating hosts will
be able to tell you a good, tall story from Lofoten as well as the facts about
the food you are served. The restaurants are found along the route you will
be taking through Lofoten.
Fancy an encounter with the local culinary culture?
Would you like to meet many local food producers at the same time? You
will find them at our local food festivals, where they sell their produce in a
bustling market atmosphere. We welcome you to Lofoten International Food
Festival, Lofoten International Stockfish Festival, The Lofoten Food Festival
– Naturligvis (Naturally), and the Lofoten Gifts and Handicrafts Fair.
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HIKING TRAILS IN LOFOTEN Hiking trails in Lofoten
Hiking trails in Lofoten promote all kinds of activities and wonderful
experiences in varied and exciting country. Some trails are marked
with cairns, others are unmarked. Most tourist information centres
sell hiking maps, and are able to offer you more detailed information:
Lofoten Turlag, postboks 90, 8370 Leknes,
www.lofoten-turlag.no

IMPORTANT! Please be careful even when following

marked and well-trodden paths through seemingly
safe terrain. There will always be steep drops
close by. Remember to take with you a hiking map,
suitable clothing/footwear and sufficient food. Show
consideration for the environment! We ask visitors to
help us take care of Lofoten’s attractive, but vulnerable
natural surroundings (flora and fauna, etc.)

RØST
There are three alternative hiking trails in Røst, depending on how good a walker you
are. The trails are marked with the colours blue, yellow and red.

Alt. 1 – The Yellow Trail is the shortest, approx. 0.5 km long.

The trail leads to the ruins of the old stone church from 1825, which was inaugurated
on May 5th 1839 by Bishop Kierschow. It is said to have accommodated 110 people,
but only had 78 seats. The chancel and sacristy were added later and inaugurated in
1883. Further information about the church can be found on the information board
near the church.

Alt. 2 – The Blue Trail is approx.1.5 km long and leads to Ånnhammeren.

With an altitude of 10 metres above sea level, Ånnhammeren is a natural landmark
and viewpoint on the island of Røst. There is no evidence to suggest that this has
been a spiritual place (ånder=spirit). The name is most probably a derivative of the
Norwegian word for eagle (ørn). In former times there were eagle’s nests here, and it © Terje Rakke/Innovasjon Norge
is still an overwhelming experience to see flocks of eagles circling the crag.
The trail leads through a flat and open area of marshland and shallow ponds that
is sheltered from the sea. The vegetation there is extremely diverse due to the
Alt. 3: From Napp, a charming old track leads you along the maelstrom Nappstraumen
substantial variation in salinity found within such a small area.
to Andopen. You should allow for 1 hour each way.
Alt 3 – The Red Trail is approx. 3.5 km long and leads to Øran and Ystøran. Alt. 4: Approx. 300 metres south of the old school in Nusfjord, there is a cairned path
The area consists of De Geer moraines that form a large system of lagoons. There leading to Nesland. This is a more demanding walk that takes about 4 hours there
are also a number of shallow beaches there and a teeming abundance of bird life. A and back. Approx 200m before you reach Østre Nesland, you may see several large
wide variety of birds nest in this area. potholes near the shore. Nesland has the only watermill found in Lofoten.
Those walking to Øran and Ystøran should be aware of the tide, as parts of the trail
are flooded at high water.
This trail also leads through the area where one of the earliest churches in Røst
was situated. Finds made at this location date the church prior to 1536. Further
VESTVÅGØY
information can be found on a nearby information board. Alt. 1: At Ballstad you start at Kræmmervika/the breakwater and follow a track along
Maps of these three alternative trails are available at the Tourist Office, the Town Hall the shore to the southern tip of Vestvågøy: Brurstolen. Allow for 1 hour so far. Then
and the various overnight accommodations and places to eat. you continue along Nappstraumen to the ruins at South Græna and North Græna.
This takes about 2 hours. Return by the same route.

VÆRØY
Alt. 1: An enjoyable and not very exerting walk would take you past the school to
Marka where the tarred road ends. From here, you continue through a gravel pit
and to a lovely stretch along the shore which is called Sørlandshagen. Here you can
choose between several tracks, all of which lead to the promontory Nupneset. The
walk from the gravel pit to Nupneset takes about an hour. You might follow the shore
on your way back; there is a fantastic pebble beach inside the inlet.
Alt. 2: The walk from Nordlandshagen to Måstad is decidedly more exerting. The track
is blazed, and with sturdy shoes and a bit of stamina you should have a wonderful
time. At an easy pace the walk should take 2 to 3 hours each way. Please remember
that the track might be slippery in rainy weather.
Alt. 2: Departure from «Borga» at Eggum along the road, which eventually turns into
a mere path, to the beacon; 1,5 hours so far. This area is well suited for watching
the Midnight Sun.
Alt. 3: You start at Vikjord, walking along the northern side of the water, and onwards
up a glen to Urdtjernet. You need about an hour to reach this point at 100 m above
sea-level.
Alt. 4: Start from the road to the youth hostel in Stamsund, walk about 300 m and
take the Ringveien about 400 m - and then towards right by the sign; we follow the
path. Further towards Ørntuva and up to the Heah - big cairn and a magnifican view
towards Henningsvær, Skrova, Ure and Vestfjorden. This is 380 m above sea level.
This is an easygoing and well marked path.Walking time about 3 hours.

MOSKENES
Alt. 1: Along an illuminated trail around the lake Sørvågvannet, starting at Sørvågen;
a pleasant walk of about one hour’s duration. If you would like a longer walk, try
taking a detour up to the Studalen valley.
Alt. 2: A moderate walk, marked with cairns and starting from the main road near
the Gallery Krysset in Sørvågen.Walk up to Studalsvannet lake, continue up to lake
Tridalsvann and Fjerdalsvann. From there proceed up to Djupfjordheia moor and
Munkebu cabin. Allow approx. 5 hours for the trip to Munkebu cabin and back.
Alt. 3: From Ramsvika, you can climb up to the viewpoint on Mount Reinebringen.
This is an excellent trail, but very steep and there are also some patches of loose
gravel on the way, so it may be a bit slippery. Be careful! Allow approx. 2 hours to
the top and back.
Alt. 4: To get to Vindstad you take the fjord route from Reine. From Vindstad there
is a road to the bottom of the fjord, crossing an isthmus 75 m above sea-level,
and down to Bunes. This fabulous sandy beach is well worth your effort. The entire
trip (including the boat ride) takes 4 hours. It is possible to have the boat stop so
that you can go ashore in the Forsfjord. From there it is possible to go to Mount
Hermannsdalstind, Munkebu cabin and Sørvågen.
FLAKSTAD
Alt. 1: On Moskenes Island there is plenty to do for those who prefer less exerting
pastime. You might drive out to Fredvang, continuing from there to Yttersand, where
you leave the car and walk about half an hour along the shore to Mulstøa. Or you
could drive in the opposite direction, to the end of the road in Selfjorden, where you
walk on a lovely path down the fjord.
VÅGAN
Alt. 1: A fine walk from Gimsøya takes you up to Hoven. Start at
Hov and you will reach the top in half an hour or an hour, depending on what shape
you are in.
Alt. 2: On Austvågøy, you drive to the end of the road at Brenna.Passing a barn on
the same side as the shore, you will find the path that continues to Sundlandsfjorden.
From here, continue walking as far as you want to. Excellent area from which to
watch the Midnight Sun.
Alt. 3: Drive towards Henningsvær and stop just before the dump in Djupfjorden.
Continue on the path along the fjord to a lake. Secluded bathing beach at the far end
of the lake. Allow for at least an hour on your way to the beach.
Alt. 4: Leave Highway E10 at the Esso service station in Osan, Svolvær. Turn second
left and follow the gravelled road towards the pistol range. At the bend in the road
just before you reach the radio mast, turn right and follow the trail that climbs steeply
up to Tjeldbergtind peak. A fairly demanding hike in steep terrain. Approx. 1.5 – 2
hours there and back to the service station.
Alt. 5: Follow the gravelled road from Svolvær to the north of the Lille and Store
Kongsvatn lakes. There is a power station at the end of the road. The path to
Kabelvåg begins there and follows the shoreline most of the way. Go back the same
way, or follow the gravelled road to Kabelvåg. Easy walk through even terrain. From
Svolvær town centre to Kabelvåg town centre, approx. 3 hours’ walk.

Alt. 2: This is somewhat more strenuous. The walk takes you from Torsfjorden to
Kvalvika on the outer side (about 1 hour each way).

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Cycling in the Lofoten Islands

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If you plan to cycle on the main E10 route through the Lofoten Islands, it is advisable to take particular care owing to periodically heavy traffic and
narrow stretches of road. In the summer months especially, it can be wise to choose an alternative route where possible. With clothing suited to
the conditions and good equipment, Lofoten can be comfortably enjoyed not just in the busiest weeks of summer. Lofoten is in general easy cycling
country, with the highest point approximately 130 metres above sea level and the lowest approximately 130 metres below sea level.

We recommend taking a cycle with good tyres. Although the E10 is tarred the entire way, there are innumerable fantastic little side roads that are
unmade or gravelled. Remember to bring waterproof and windproof clothing and good shoes, as well as gloves, reflector vest, safety helmet, plenty
of lights and reflectors on your cycle, and a first aid kit. The inhabitants of Lofoten are fond of people – so be sure to contact those you meet along
the road if you have any queries or need help!

The midnight sun is visible in the areas on the western and northern side of Lofoten from the end of May to mid-July. Seabirds, including the sea
eagle, can be seen along Lofoten’s entire coastline – all year round.

Digermulen-Fiskebøl: 43 km
Raftsundet is a wonderful area for cycling, with its quiet country roads
and relatively little traffic for large parts of the route. Excellent walking
country! Combine your tour with the high-speed boat service from Svolvær
to Holandshamn on some days of the week or the ferry from Digermulen
to Finnvik, staying at Store Molla. On the road from Raftsundbrua to
Fiskebøl there are three tunnels: the Myrland tunnel (1910 metres), the
Falkfjord tunnel (500 metres) and the subsea Sløverfjord tunnel (3340
metres). The Sløverfjord tunnel has a steep descent and ascent, but is
light, offers good visibility and has a powerful ventilation system.
Ballstad–Nusfjord: 29 km
Special service offering cycle transport by boat from Ballstad to Nusfjord
over Nappstraumen in the summer months. Or you can cycle out to the
E10 again and continue westwards through the subsea tunnel (1780
metres) to the island of Flakstadøy. Note there is a steep descent and
ascent. A visit to Vikten (midnight sun in summer) is recommended when
cycling on the E10 between the Nappstraumen tunnel and the turn-off
to Nusfjord. Dramatically beautiful countryside and idyllic sandy beaches
will make you want to stop along the way.

Fiskebøl-Laukvik-Svolvær: 68 km
From Fiskebøl the route runs along the outer side of the island of
Austvågøya and into a stretch of beautiful coastline. Fine sandy beaches
and excellent walking country are guaranteed to make you want to take
your time exploring this route. In summer, you can enjoy the midnight
sun in Laukvik. The landscape varies between marshy areas, lakes and
the arms of fjords. Large sections of the route are unmade roads with
little traffic. The last part of the route goes on the E10.
Svolvær–Henningsvær: 26 km
Separate walking and cycling path westwards through Kabelvåg to
Ørsnes. From Ørsnes you will need to cycle on the E10 through the
Rørvik-skar tunnel, which is 745 metres long. At Rørvik bathing beach,
take the road to Henningsvær. This area, from Svolvær to Kabelvåg and
Henningsvær, offers many attractions, including art galleries, museums,
charming restaurants and cafés, and plenty of activities.
Henningsvær–Stamsund: 63 km
Returning to the E10, past Lyngvær you can cross the bridge at
Gimsøybrua (views of Bø in Vesterålen). Take time to explore the island of
Gimsøy: little traffic, unmade roads, wonderful walking country and long,
white, sandy beaches combine to make this a delightful tour. In summer,
you can enjoy the midnight sun from the northern side of the island.
There is also overnight accommodation at Hov. Continuing to the island
of Vestvågøy, you will need to cross the water at Sundklakkstraumen.
Follow the RV 815 route on the southern side, before turning off at the
Valbergveien road and continue cycling to Stamsund. Valbergveien has a
firm surface and relatively little traffic.
Stamsund–Ballstad: 27 km
From Stamsund the road climbs over Hagskaret (approx. 100 metres
above sea level) before descending to Fygle. Alternatively, you can
take the road via Finnstad/Sennesvik. Take a pleasant detour to the
active fishing village of Mortsund. Leknes is the administrative centre of
Vestvågøy Municipality. Take the route north again and visit the Lofotr
Viking Museum at Borg (follow the E10 north for 14 km). Unstad and
Eggum are also worth seeing, and here the midnight sun is visible in
summer. Both places are excellent for getting to by bike. Returning to
Leknes, continue to Ballstad, a working fishing village offering restaurants,
cafés and a range of activities.
Nusfjord–Å: 51 km
Ride out onto the E10 again and continue westwards. Nesland, Ramberg,
Fredvang/Selfjorden and Sund are all places that should be seen.
Ramberg and Fredvang also offer views of the midnight sun in summer.
Carry on cycling across a number of islands connected by bridges. Idyllic
fishing villages line the coast of the island of Moskenes like a string of
pearls. There is a lot to see, experience and enjoy on Moskenes. Take
time out to enjoy a boat trip from Reine and into the Reinefjord – perhaps
combined with a walk from Vindstad and over to Bunesstranda. Allow
plenty of time! The E10 is narrow and winding along large stretches of
this road.
Værøy: 22 km
The island of Værøy, with its 22 km of roads, offers fine opportunities
for enjoying the magnificent scenery. Good walking trails on both the
north and south sides of Værøy. You will also find a range of activities,
attractions, cafés and galleries here. The midnight sun is visible from
the north side of the island. The characteristic puffin can be seen here
from early May until early August. Many other species of seabird and sea
eagles can be seen all year round. The roads are tarred almost the entire
way and have relatively little traffic.
Røst: 12 km
The people of Røst live on the island of Røstlandet, which has 12 km of
roads. The highest point on Røstlandet is only 12 metres, which makes
getting about quite easy. The midnight sun can be seen from all over the
island. The ruins of the stone church from 1839 are worth a visit. A boat
trip between the islands of Røst is virtually obligatory! Here, too, you can
experience teeming bird life all year round, including puffins from early
May to early August. At the very extremity of the Lofoten Islands shines
the lighthouse at Skomvær Fyr.
For more information, tips and advice, we recommend the following
websites:
Lofoten Sykkelklubb (cycling club): www.lofotensk.no
Syklistenes Landsforening (national association of cyclists): www.slf.no

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XXLofoten
XXLofoten has consolidated its position as Lofoten’s most versatile provider
of meaningful activities and adventures for the corporate market and groups
of adventurous people. Here are some of the things you can take part in:
sea kayaking, fishing from on board our own fishing boat (using nets,
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mountaineering, a variety of package concepts regarding mastering and team
building, RIB safaris, “expeditions” including camping in the wild, and culture
Activities
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lofoten@bybus.no
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Rent A Boat Lofoten
See beautiful Lofoten from the sea. Take your family and friends on a boat trip and enjoy
the peace and quiet. We also custom-make packages for the corporate market. We have
all classes of boats with room for 2-8 people. Rental includes a safe boat with life vests,
safety equipment, echo sounder, compass and sea charts.
Tel: (+47) 760 74500
www.rentaboat.no
The Fishing Boat “Iversen Jr.”
Fishing trips available in the Vestfjord on board the 47 foot M/V “Iversen Jr.”
Skipper Børge Iversen has 30 years of experience as a professional fi sherman.
Daily departures at 2 pm between June 15 and August 15. Duration: approx. 3
hours. Prices when minimum of 4 passengers: NOK 450 for adults and 200 for
children. Hire of fi shing tackle included in price. Ask for overnight accommodation
offers. Location: Sjøstrand Rorbuer, Ballstad.
On-board mobile: (+47) 909 26 056
Tel: (+47) 76 08 84 95
Fax: (+47) 76 08 84 72
post@rorbuer.info
www.rorbuer.info
“The Green Boats”
Let your own body be the motive force. “The Green Boats” involve environmentally
friendly activities in rowing boats for anyone wishing to experience the invigorating
and natural coastline with the opportunity of fi shing, watching birds at close quarters,
or simply enjoying peace and quiet and a view of the fantastic archipelago. This is
the perfect activity for families with children who like to explore life on the shore,
go treasure hunting on isles and skerries, study life in the sea with a water glass
or bathe in the innumerable inlets between the promontories. In order to make the
experience complete it is possible to spend the night in a lavvo (Sámi tent) out on
one of the islands. All equipment including safety vests, sea charts, fi shing tackle,
water glasses, etc. included in hire price. Parking for camper vans. Small gallery in
the boathouse. You will find us in Skokkelvika, near Valberg in Vestvågøy. Hire rate
per boat (3-4 persons) from NOK 250,-
Tel: (+47) 922 31 323
y-larsen@online.no
Rib-Lofoten
Boat rental. RIBs with or without a skipper. See Lofoten’s fantastic island world
as skipper of your ”own” boat, or together with an experienced skipper/guide.
Cruising between the isles and skerries, fishing trips, the Trollfjorden, killer whales,
wave riding on the Vestfjord.
Fully equipped 6.5 m RIBs with 115 hp outboard motors, together with a 29 foot
Revenger RIB with 2x225 hp outboard motor
Operative all year round.
Offi ce in Svolvær.
Tel: (+47) 908 81 382 / (+47) 975 30 220
post@rib-lofoten.com
www.rib-lofoten.com
Lofotfjord
Lofotfjord specialises in adventure trips and chartered tours in the Vestfjord. Sea eagle
safaris, Trollfjord tours and fi shing trips in the summer. Our boats visit the Trollfjord at
the same time as the Coastal Voyage ships. Chartered tours with meal included
available
on request. Spacious vessels, both inside and out on deck. Accessible for the disabled
and prams. Our vessels can accommodate from 11 to 70 passengers. Season all year
round. Office in Svolvær.
Tel: (+47) 993 03 999
Fax: (+47) 76 07 09 31
post@lofotfjord.com
www.lofotfjord.com
MS Trolltind
The MS “Trolltind” offers chartered tours, fishing trips and tours of the Trollfjord. Carries
up to 38 passengers. Scheduled daily Trollfjord tours from Svolvær between 10 June and
1 September at 10 am and 1.30 pm. Trips last approx. 3 hours. Chartered tours and
fishing trips available all year round by prior arrangement at Svolvær Town Square.
Tel: (+47) 900 97 255/76 07 83 89
Fax: (+47) 76 07 46 20
kabelvag-turbat@norway.online.no
www.lofoten-charterboat.no
Lofoten Explorer
Lofoten Explorer offers adventure tours for individuals and groups along
Lofoten’s spectacular coastline in large RIBs (Zodiacs). Snorkelling in
crystal clear Arctic waters equipped with a dry suit and ABC gear together
with trips to the Trollfjord in summer. In autumn we arrange killer whale
safaris. During the Lofoten Fishery we will take you out to the fi shing
grounds where you will see, learn about, and experience the professional
fi shing fl eet at close quarters. All scheduled trips leave from Svolvær
harbour. For groups, we offer tailor-made chartered tours all over Lofoten.
Lofoten Explorer has over 10 years of experience in Lofoten. Our main
vessel is 36 foot long. Lofoten Explorer will take you to where the mountains
meet the sea. Welcome aboard!
Tel (+47) 971 52 248
post@lofoten-explorer.no
www.lofoten-explorer.no
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Lofoten Bicycle and Car Hire
Cycling through Lofoten is probably the best way in which to experience
the archipelago. Quality bicycles, bags and trailers for hire. Package tours
with overnight accommodation, guiding and activities. 4-7 day trips. Season:
May – September. Bicycles supplied at Svolvær town square, Leknes Tourist
Information and the Moskenes Ferry. Car hire from Leknes. Overnight
accommodation offers.
Tel: (+47) 996 91 420
Activities
erik@skarstein.com
www.erik.skarstein.com
The M/V “Hellsegga”
Based on long-standing traditions as fishermen, we offer fishing and
adventure trips from Å to the area around the infamous Moskstraumen,
one of the world’s strongest tidal currents. We believe in passing on our
knowledge at a personal level through close contact with our guests. Main
season from June 1 to August 31. Daily departures at 11.00, otherwise by
prior arrangement.
Tel. (+47) 977 56 021
mortnil@online.no
www.hellvaag.no
Organisers/Complete suppliers
Svinøya Rorbuer – Base Camp Lofoten
Complete supplier of overnight accommodation, food and drink, events,
adventures and activities in Lofoten. We offer complete packages for
individual travellers, and the corporate and group markets. With over
16 years of experience in the travel industry, you the customer can feel
certain that we will provide you with the best solutions for your stay in
Lofoten. This means content, good stories, action and knowledge. A world
class adventure and a memory for the rest of your life. Out on the coast,
north of the Arctic Circle, the weather is extremely changeable. With the
help of our local staff and their know-how, network and experience, we
will make sure that you, together with us, will tackle the Arctic weather,
and have a doable and educational adventure whatever the conditions.
Svinøya Rorbuer has the necessary liability insurance and quality assured
associates. Member of the RGF travel guarantee fund.
Tel: (+47) 76 06 99 30
Fax: (+47) 76 07 48 98
post@svinoya.no
www.svinoya.no
Arctic Guide Service
Guiding all year round in Norwegian, English, German, French, Italian, Japanese,
Finnish and a number of other languages. For the most part we offer programmes
for shipping companies (cruise liners and Hurtigrute ships) and tour operators/
travel organisers, but also offer assistance to other groups and individuals in
conjunction with their visits to Lofoten and North Norway. Please don’t hesitate
to contact us for a complete package including overnight accommodation, meals
and adventure trips by bus, boat or on foot. Offices in Leknes, Tromsø and the
North Cape.
Tel: (+47) 76 06 09 70
Fax: (+47) 76 08 64 67
lofoten@arcticguideservice.no
www.arcticguideservice.no
Shopping in Lofoten
Lofoten Gaver og Brukskunst (Gifts and Applied Art)
Lofoten Gaver og Brukskunst offers not only Lofoten’s biggest selection
of souvenirs, but also a glimpse of the history of Lofoten. Admission free.
Local handicrafts and applied art, clothing, jewellery, postcards and pictures.
All credit cards and currencies accepted. Tax-free shopping. Whatever the weather, it is
always cosy inside this shop. We serve coffee and cakes around our fireplace. We also have
a web shop.
Open: all year round. Location: Storgata 38, 8370 Leknes.
Tel: (+47) 76 08 13 12
Fax: (+47) 76 08 16 80
post@gave.no
www.gave.no
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Sights and Attractions

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Sund Fiskerimuseum, Sund
Active museum environment where they run old boat engines.
The Blacksmith of Sund is renowned for his elegant forged
steel cormorants. These are available for purchase on site
in various shapes and sizes. The museum kiosk and cafe are
open during the summer. Recommended for families.
Tel: (+47) 76 09 36 29
Tor-vegard@sundfiskerimuseum.no
www.sundfiskerimuseum.no
www.smedenisund.no
Lofoten Gårdsysteri, Saupstad / (Lofoten Farm Dairy), Saupstad
Lofoten Gårdsysteri (farm dairy) is located by the beautiful Steinfjorden on
the far side of Lofoten. White goat’s cheese, kid meat and seasonal berries
are among the organic specialities of the farm. Tours of the farm and/or
cheese factory by appointment, with tasting sessions if desired. Food also
served by appointment. Recommended for families with children. Location:
Turn off the E10 at Liland (Bøstad) and follow the signpost towards Unstad.
Tel: (+47) 76 08 96 31 / (+47) 952 77 106
lofoten-gardsysteri@online.no
www.lofoten-gardsysteri.no

Date 1-5 6 7
Galleri Dagfinn Bakke, Svolvær (Dagfinn Bakke Gallery) 15/5-15/9 10-21 10-21 #
The gallery is owned by the artist Dagfinn Bakke. The gallery
hosts continuous exhibitions with watercolours, sculptures Open on request all year.
and graphics by well-known Norwegian artists. Sale of works. Free admission. Guided tours on request.
Framing.
Location: Svolvær town centre, near the Hurtigruten docks.
Tel: (+47) 76 07 19 98 Dagmar’s Museum of Dolls and Toys, Sakrisøy
Fax: (+47) 76 07 17 62 The museum opened in 1992 as the first ever of its kind in Norway. A cosy
einbakk2@online.no private museum exhibiting around 2,500 dolls and toys from the period
www.dagfinnbakke.no 1860-1965. A quirky second hand shop on the first floor also sells coffee and
Norwegian waffles. This place really speaks to your heart! Recommended for
Date 1-3, 5 4 6 the entire family, big and small boys included! Location: By Highway E10,

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1/1-31/12 11-15 11-19 11-15 between Reine and Hamnøy.
Tel: (+47) 900 35 419 / (+47) 76 09 21 43
Free admission. Guided tours for groups. sakrisoy@lofoten-info.no
www.lofoten.ws

The Glass Cabin in Vikten Date 1-5 6 7

The Glass Cabin (Glasshytta) in Vikten is a natural stop for 21/5-20/6 10-18 10-18 10-18
those interested in delightful glass art and unique architecture. 21/6-15/8 10-20 10-20 10-20
In incredible surroundings we have been producing hand-crafted 16/8-31/8 10-18 10-18 10-18
glass art and ceramics for several decades. This, combined with a
visit to our pleasant summer café will make your trip to Vikten an Open on request all year.
unforgettable experience. V: NOK 60, B o/3: NOK 30, H/S: NOK 45, G o/20: NOK 45.

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We wish you and your family a warm welcome.
Open from 1 June – 31 August. Otherwise by request and advance
booking. Nordnorsk Kunstnersenter (North Norwegian Artists’ Centre), Svolvær
Tel: (+47) 977 16 023 The Artist’s Centre gallery displays varying exhibitions of contemporary art
tangrand@hotmail.com and handicrafts. The shop offers a wide range of art and handicrafts together
with books, posters, postcards and catalogues. The Centre is run by the
North Norwegian artists associations.
The Norwegian Telecom Museum, Sørvågen Location: Svolvær town square, next-door to the tourist information centre.
Based on the theme “Cod, telegraph and telephone”. This unusual museum, Tel: (+47) 76 06 67 70
with exhibits of land-line telegraphy, -wireless telegraphy and radio Fax: (+47) 76 07 00 15
telephony, shows why Lofoten was such an important part of Norwegian post@nnks.no
and European telecom history – and how both Marconi and Kaiser Wilhelm www.nnks.no
II of Germany were linked to the establishment of the first fixed wireless
telegraphy system in Northern Europe. Date 1 2-7
Tel: (+47) 76 09 14 88 17/6 -31/8 10-22 10-22
Fax: (+47) 76 09 15 66 Rest of the year: # 12-16
nfmuseum@lofoten-info.no # 18-22
www.lofoten-info.no/nfmuseum
Open by prior arrangement all year round.

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Date 1-5 6 7 Admission free
20/6-20/8 11-17 11-17 11-17

Open on request all year. Aalan Gård, Lauvdalen (Aalan Farm)

V: NOK 40, B o/12: NOK 20, S: NOK 20. Guided tours on request. Organic farm with farm shop and cheese made from goat’s and cow’s milk,
together with herb production. The farm and herb garden are open to visitors.
Marked walking trails, description and maps available from the farm. Farm
Lofotr Viking Museum, Borg tours by appointment. Recommended for families with children. Location:
Impressive reconstruction of the biggest Viking Age building ever found. approx. 20 kilometres from Leknes in the direction of Svolvær. Turn off the
Here, you can gain insight into the life of the last chieftain of Borg, Olaf E10 at the Shell service station at Sletteng (Bøstad). Follow the signposts for
Tvennumbruni, and his people. Guided tours of the longhouse include “Aalan Gård” to our farm shop.
the banquet hall, dwelling and exhibitions. Wild boar, horses and Viking sheep Tel: (+47) 76 08 45 34 / (+47) 977 11 184
graze in the grounds. Replicas of Viking ships, blacksmith’s and Fax: (+47) 76 08 45 34
boathouse. During the summer you can take part in activities like rowing a butikk@aalan.no
Viking ship, archery and axe-throwing. Recommended for families. Allow at www.aalan.no
least 90 minutes. The Lofotr Viking Festival will be
arranged on 3-7 August 2011. Date 1-5 6 7
Location: on the E10, 15 km from Leknes and 56 km from Svolvær. 1/1-31/12 10-20 10-20 #

Tel: (+47) 76 08 49 00 Free admission. Guided tours on request.

Fax: (+47) 76 08 49 10 © Kjell Ove Storvik
vikingmuseet@lofotr.no
www.lofotr.no Museum Nord - Norwegian Fishing Village Museum, Å
A branch of Museum Nord. Open all year round, the museum displays life and work in the fishing village
of Å and the Lofoten Fishery over the past 250 years. Boats, tackle and
Date 1,2,4,5 3 6 7 stockfish. Cod-liver oil factory, bakery (1844) with summer sale of cinnamon
1/1-31/1 # # # 12-15 rolls ... Blacksmith’s. The home of the fisherman and his family. The rorbu
1/2-30/4 # 12-15 # 12-15 cabin. The fishing boat “Glimt” where you can also spend the night. The Ghost
3/5-31/5 10-16 10-16 10-16 10-16 of the Sea. Historical garden. Scheduled guided tours and family activities
1/6-15/8 10-19 10-19 10-19 10-19 during the summer. Two souvenir and gift shops, with internet. Welcome!
16/8-15/9 10-16 10-16 10-16 10-16 Tel: (+47) 76 09 14 88
16/9-30/11 # 12-15 # 12-15
© Lofoten Krigsminnemuseum

Fax: (+47) 76 09 15 66
1/12-31/12 # # # 12-15 nfmuseum@lofoten-info.no
www.lofoten-info.no/nfmuseum
Adults: 120*/100, Children (6-15): 60*/50, Seniors/Students: 90*/80,
Groups over 12: 90, Families (2 adults+3 children): 300*/250 Date 1-5 6 7
*Admission 15 June -15 August 1/1-14/6 10-15.30 # #
Open on request all year round. 15/6-25/8 10-18 10-18 10-18
A branch of Museum Nord. 26/8-10/12 10-15.30 # #

V: NOK 50. B ( 8-15): NOK 25, S: NOK 25 H NOK 40.

Lofoten Tørrfiskmuseum/Lofoten Stockfish Museum Guided tours on request.
In the westernmost part of Lofoten, at Å, you will find a charming
museum with focus on stockfish and the production of it as it has been
conducted for over 1,000 years. Guided tours in several languages.
Open all summer and on request. Welcome to a fascinating and
inspiring museum.
Tel: (+47) 76 09 12 11 / (+47) 911 50 560
© Konstantin Kudryavtsev

info@lofotenferie.com
www.lofotenferie.com

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Sights and Attractions

Lofoten Aquarium, Storvågan Galleri Espolin, Storvågan (Espolin Gallery)
At the Lofoten Aquarium you can experience our exciting underwater world, with its fish Norway’s largest collection of the works of the artist Kaare Espolin Johnson
and marine animals from Lofoten and the coast of North Norway. You will find a seal pond (1907-1994). The cultural history of the region is conveyed in an unforgettable
there, too, with Loffe and his friends, and an otter pond that is very popular among visitors. way. Two permanent exhibition halls and one for changing exhibitions. Video
There is also a big fish aquarium with Arctic cod, a cinema screening films from Lofoten, room, Espolin room and art shop.
a café, souvenirs, a viewing platform and an exhibition entitled “The Art of Co-existence.” Tel: (+47) 76 07 84 05
Recommended for families. Fax: (+47) 76 07 89 85
Tel: (+47) 76 07 86 65 post@galleri-espolin.no
Fax: (+47) 76 07 89 40 www.galleri-espolin.no
post@lofotakvariet.no
Date 1-5 6 7
www.lofotakvariet.no
2/1-28/2 11-15 # #
1/3-30/4 11-15 # 11-15
Date 1-5 6 7
1/5-30/5 11-15 11-15 11-15
1/2-30/4 11-15 # 11-15
1/6-15/8 10-18 10-18 10-18
1/5-31/5 11-15 11-15 11-15
16/8-31/8 10-15.30 10-15.30 10-15.30
1/6-31/8 10-18 10-18 10-18
1/9-31/10 11-15 # 11-15
1/9-30/11 11-15 # 11-15
1/11-21/12 11-15 # #
V: NOK 100, B (3-15): NOK 50, H/S/G o/20: NOK 70, F (2v+3b): NOK 280 Multi-ticket Adults: 70, Children 3-15 yrs: 30, Seniors/Students: 55
Storvågan: NOK 180. B (3-15): NOK 80 Multi-ticket Storvågan: V 180, B (3-15) 80
Open on request all year round.
Magic ice, Svolvær
Sculptures and installations crafted in ice, dramatically illuminated and accompanied by
Museum Nord – Lofoten Museum, Storvågan
music and images, tell the story of nature, traditions and the lives of the fishermen in this
The museum is built around an old farm in a fishing village. The main building
abundant archipelago. The atmosphere at Magic Ice has to be experienced from the inside.
dates back to 1815 and contains several exhibitions. In the museum area
New in summer 2011: The bar will be open from 22.00 to 01.00 every night.
there is a boathouse with high-bowed sailing boats from northern Norway
Good music, light shows and refreshing drinks served in glasses hand-moulded in ice await
(Nordlandsbåter), old fishermen’s huts and objects from prehistoric times and
you in a magical atmosphere.
the Middle Ages. Guided tours by appointment. Recommended for families
Tel: (+47) 76 07 40 11
with children.
Fax: (+47) 76 07 40 12
Tel: (+47) 76 06 97 90
post@magicice.no
Fax: (+47) 76 06 97 99
www.magicice.no
lofotmuseet@museumnord.no
www.lofotmuseet.no
Gallery and Ice Bar
Date 1-5 6 7 Dato 1-5 6 7
15/6-25/8 12-22 12-22 12-22 3/1-30/4 9-15 # #
26/8-14/6 18-22 18-22 18-22 1/5-31/5* 9-15 11-15 11-15
1/6-14/8 10-18 10-18 10-18
Ice Bar (gallery not open) 15/8-31/8 9-15 11-15 11-15
Date 1-5 6 7 1/9-30/9 9-15 # 11-15
15/6-25/8 22-01 22-01 22-01 1/10-16/12 9-15 # #
Open on request all year round.
Adults: 100, children: 3-16 yrs: 70. Families (2 adults + 2 children): 250
*: Closed 17 May and Easter
V: NOK 65. B (3-15): NOK 25. H/S: NOK 50, G o/20: NOK 50. Multiticket
Storvågan: V: NOK 180. B (3-15): NOK 80. Guided tours on
Lofoten House Gallery/Gallery Harr, Henningsvær request.
Norway’s biggest collection of North Norwegian paintings from the Golden Age. Over 100
unique works of art by, amongst others, Ulving, Holmboe, Juul, and Sinding. Major exhibition
of paintings by Karl Erik Harr, one of Norway’s most celebrated pictorial artists. See Frank A Reine Centre of Arts and Culture / Gallery Eva Harr
Jenssen’s multimedia masterpiece consisting of sounds from nature, music and images from Referred to by many as the most beautiful place in Norway, Reine, in the westernmost part
Lofoten. The programme has been seen by over a million people and has been screened all of Lofoten, is also the setting for Gallery Eva Harr. On recently restored and redesigned
over Europe. Screenings every hour, on the hour, from May 10 to September 5. premises in what was once Reine School, the artist exhibits about 40 of her main works,
including 20 oil paintings and a similar number of lithographs. This year’s summer guests,
Tel: (+47) 76 07 15 73 / (+47) 915 95 083 Terje Langaas and Ellen Lenvik present sales exhibitions in their respective fields of pictorial
post@galleri-lofoten.no art and textiles. Frank A Jenssen’s multimedia show ”Whales & Eagles” is screened every
www.galleri-lofoten.no hour, on the hour. Sale of art and souvenirs. Lofoten International Festival of Literature,
Reine Ord, will take place here on 2-5 June 2011.
Date Daily Tel: (+47) 76 09 10 10 / (+47) 99 03 80 68.
10/3-10/4 11-16 info@reinekultursenter.no
11/4-9/5 18.30 www.reinekultursenter.no
10/5-14/6 10-19 Opening times: 23 May – 1 September: 10.30-18.00.
15/6-20/8 09-19 Open on request from September to mid May.
21/8-4/9 10-19 Adults: NOK 65, Seniors/Students/Groups: 55, B: Free

Open by prior arrangement all year round. We are also part of the Christmas Fair in
Henningsvær Engelskmannbrygga (Englishman’s Wharf), Henningsvær
V: NOK 75. B(under 16): NOK 35. H: NOK 60, G of over 15: NOK 60. The wharf was built by an English company in about 1900. Today, it provides homes and
Multimedia show, screened every hour, on the hour during opening times: May 10 – workshops for three arts and crafts businesses: Glasshytta Henningsvær AS, the potter
September 5. Cecilie Haaland, and Tringa AS (photographer John Stenersen). Arts and crafts centre and
sales outlet. Demonstration of glassblowing and pottery production by appointment.
Tel: (+47) 76 07 52 85 / (+47) 76 07 22 12
Fax: (+47) 76 07 87 88
Vestvågøy Museum, Fygle and Skaftnes jostener@online.no, cechaal@online.no
The old school at Fygle, approx. 2 km from Leknes on the road to Stamsund, now houses www.engelskmannsbrygga.no
a collection of exhibits related to school history from around the turn of the last century.
The rorbu cabin in the grounds provides us with an insight into the everyday life of the Date 1-5 6 7
fisherman. The fisherman-farmer’s farm at Skaftnes is located in idyllic surroundings 2 km 30/4-9/6 10-16 * 10-16 12-16
from Ure. The buildings consist of a farmhouse with authentic furnishings, a wharf and fish 10/6-14/8 10-20 10-20 10-20
landing station and an old country shop, together with a large boathouse with a collection of 15/8-15/9 10-16 * 10-16 12-16
Nordland-type boats, and a blacksmith’s complete with authentic equipment. Recommended 05/11-18/12 11-16** 11-16 11-16
for families. * Closed on Mondays
** Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays
Date 1-5 6 7 Free admission during opening times. After hours visits by groups on request.
Fygle 15/6 – 15/8 12-16 # 12-16 Glass blowing and ceramics production on request.
Skaftnes 15/6 – 15/8 12-16 # 12-16
The Norwegian Whaler’s Museum, 8390 Reine i Lofoten
Location: Fygle, approx. 2 km from Leknes on the way to Stamsund.
How long has Norwegian whaling been going on? Is Norwegian whaling legal? How big are
Skaftnes, approx .2 km from Ure and 8 km from Leknes.
today’s whaling vessels? Is the minke whale an endangered species? How is the hunt carried
out? What is the whale meat used for? Who are the whalers anyway? Find answers to all of
Tel: (+47) 76 08 49 00
these questions and lots more at the Norwegian Whalers’ Museum.
Fax: (+47) 76 08 49 10
The Norwegian Whaler’s Museum is situated in Reine i Lofoten, one of Norway’s major
vikingmuseet@lofotr.no
small-type whaling communities. The museum presents most aspects of Norwegian minke
www.lofotr.no/norsk/avdelinger/fygle.htm
whaling, with primary focus on the whaler himself. The museum uses authentic artefacts
www.lofotr.no/norsk/avdelinger/skaftnes.htm
and whaling equipment, together with AV-presentations to provide visitors with an
A branch of Museum Nord.
insight into this important, exciting and endangered part of Norwegian coastal culture.
The museum also includes a mini-cinema screening films about minke whaling.
V: 40, B/H/S: 20, G: 35
Tel. (+47) 41790724
Open all year round by prior arrangement.
www.kvalfangermuseet.no
post@kvalfangermuseet.no
Open mid June to late August or by prior arrangement.
Adults NOK 50, seniors/students NOK 40, children NOK 30

Legend:
V = Adult, B = Child, H = Senior Citizen, F = Family, G = Group, S = Student, # = Closed. 1 = Monday, 2 = Tuesday, 3 = Wednesday,
4 = Thursday, 5 = Friday, 6 = Saturday, 7 = Sunday.
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LOCATION NAME TEL. (+47) FAX. (+47) WEB E-MAIL SEASON
SITY

Svolvær Restaurant Kjøkkenet 76 06 64 80 76 06 64 70 www.anker-brygge.no booking@anker-brygge.no 48 1.1.-31.12.

Svolvær Børsen Spiseri 76 06 99 31 76 07 48 98 www.svinoya.no post@svinoya.no 100 1.1.-31.12.

Svolvær Restaurant Bojer 76 04 90 00 76 04 90 49 www.thonhotels.no/lofoten lofoten@thonhotels.no 200 1.1.-31.12.

Kabelvåg Lorchstua Restaurant 76 06 97 00 76 07 97 01 www.nyvagar.no booking@nyvagar.no 36 1.1.-31.12.

Henningsvær Restaurant Den Blå Fisk 76 07 47 50 76 07 47 30 www.henningsvaer.no booking@henningsvaer.no 70 1.2-15.12.

Henningsvær Restaurant Fiskekrogen 76 07 46 52 76 07 46 55 www.fiskekrogen.net post@fiskekrogen.net 80 1.3.-15.9.

Gimsøy Lofoten Golf Links 76 07 20 02 76 07 20 03 www.lofotengolf.no post@lofotengolf.no 60 1.1.-31.12.

Alstad Lofoten Turistsenter 76 08 64 44 76 08 64 44 post@lofotturist.no 150 1.1.-31.12.

Ballstad Himmel og Havn 975 66 118 www.himmeloghavn.blogspot.com post@ninabeyer.no 50 juni-august

Ballstad Havets Helter 76 06 09 20 76 06 09 26 www.kremmervika.no post@kremmervika.no 90 1.1-31.12

Leknes Restaurant Bevares 76 05 44 30 76 05 44 31 www.lofotenhotell.no service@lofotenhotell.no 70 1.1.-31.12.

Stamsund Skjærbrygga Restaurant 76 05 46 00 76 05 46 01 www.skjaerbrygga.no firmapost@skjaerbrygga.no 50 1.1.-31.12.

Ramberg Ramberg Gjestegård 76 09 35 00 76 09 31 40 www.ramberg-gjestegard.no ramberggjest@lofoten.com 70 1.1.-31.12.

Nusfjord Karoline Restaurant 76 09 30 20 76 09 33 78 www.nusfjord.no booking@nusfjord.no 150 1.6-31.8

Sørvågen Restaurant Maren Anna 76 09 20 50 76 09 20 51 www.lofoten-info.no/marenanna marenanna@lofoten-info.no 76 1.1.-31.12.

Å Brygga Restaurant 76 09 11 21 76 09 12 82 www.visitlofoten.as booking@visitlofoten.as 250 June-August

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 HOTEL/YOUTH HOSTEL/GUESTHOUSE

HOTEL/YOUTH HOSTEL/GUESTHOUSE/
SEA-
BUSINESS TEL (+47) PRICE
LOCATION HOUSE/ RORBU/BEDS SEASON
E-MAIL FAX (+47) RANGE

CAMPING/CABINS FOR RENT

BEDS
Røst
8064 Røst
Røst Bryggehotell
bojohans@online.no
76 05 08 00
76 09 60 40
H 21 / 42 NN zZr zZszZnzZ/zZizZfzZFzZuzZØzZk
www.rostbryggehotell.no
01/01
31/12
Hamnøy
8390 Reine
Eliassen Gjestehus
rorbuer@online.no
76 09 23 05
76 09 24 40
G 5/9 N zZrzZnzZfzZFzZuzZ«zZ÷zZ‡zZk 01/01
31/12
www.rorbuer.no
Å
8392 Sørvågen
Å Vandrerhjem
a@hihostels.no
76 09 12 11 / 911 50 560
76 09 11 14
V 8 / 20 N zZfzZFzZ«zZY 01/01
31/12
www.lofotenferie.com
Å
8392 Sørvågen
Å Rorbuer & Brygga Restaurant
booking@visitlofoten.as
76 09 11 21
76 09 12 82
FRS 15 / 73 NNNN zZrzZszZnzZfzZFzZuzZ«zZØzZk 01/01
31/12
www.visitlofoten.as
Lillevollveien 15
8370 Leknes
Best Western Lofoten Hotell
service@lofotenhotell.no
76 05 44 30
76 05 44 31
H 60 / 118 NN zZr zZszZnzZ/zZizZ«
www.lofotenhotell.no
01/01
31/12
Kræmmervikveien 34
8373 Ballstad
Ballstad Vandrerhjem
post@kremmervika.no
76 06 09 20 / 76 06 09 26
V 8/46 NN zZrzZszZnzZfzZFzZ«zZØzZ|zZk 01/01
31/12
www.hihostels.no
Hov
8314 Gimsøysand
Lofoten Golf Links
post@lofoten-golf.no
76 07 20 02 / 917 69 809
76 07 20 03
DFL 16 / 26 1/4 NNNN zZrzZszZnzZFzZ«zZ¥zZuzZk 01/01
31/12
www.lofoten-golf.no
Hjellskjæret
8312 Henningsvær
Henningsvær Bryggehotell
booking@henningsvaer.no
76 07 47 50
76 07 47 30
H 30 / 60 NN zZrzZnzZ/zZFzZ«zZ±zZØzZ|zZk 01/02
15/12
www.henningsvaer.no
Sauøya 2
8312 Henningsvær
Lofoten Arctic Hotel
booking@lofotenarctichotel.no
76 07 07 00
76 07 07 01
HR 30 / 60 2/4 NN zZrzZnzZFzZ«zZ—zZ÷zZk 20/05
15/09
www.lofotenarctichotel.com
Dreyers gate 8
8312 Henningsvær
Henningsvær Hotell
booking@henningsvaerhotell.no
76 07 07 77
76 07 07 76
R 20 / 40 NN zZrzZszZFzZ«zZ—zZ÷ 15/06
01/09
www.lofotenarctichotel.com

8312 Henningsvær
Finnholmen Brygge
booking@finnholmen.no
76 06 99 60
76 06 99 69
H 23 / 46 NN zZr zZszZnzZ/zZFzZ«zZ±zZ‡zZØzZk
www.finnholmen.no
15/05
15/08
Finnesveien 24
8310 Kabelvåg
Lofoten sommerhotell/Kabelvåg Vandrerhjem
post@lofoten.fhs.no
76 06 98 80
76 06 98 81
HV 90 / 132 NN zZ/ zZFzZ«zZwzZf
www.lofotensommerhotell.no
03/06
11/08
Ørsvågvær
8310 Kabelvåg
Lofoten Turist- og Rorbusenter
booking@orsvag.no
76 07 81 80
76 07 83 37
CD-
FHRS
16 / 36 28 / 142 NNNN zZr zZszZmzZfzZFzZ«zZYzZw
www.orsvag.no
01/01
31/12
Kong Øysteins gate 4
8310 kabelvåg
Kabelvåg Hotell
booking@kabelvaghotell.no
76 07 88 00
76 07 88 03
H 28 / 56 NN zZrzZszZn 01/06
15/08
www.nyvagar.no
Fiskergt 46
8300 Svolvær
Vestfjord Hotell
service@vestfjordhotell.no
76 07 08 70
76 07 08 54
H 63 / 120 NNNN zZrzZnzZ/zZizZFzZ«zZ‡zZkzZw 01/01
31/12
www.visitlofoten.as

e
Austnesfjordgt. 12
8300 Svolvær
Best Western Svolvær Hotell Lofoten
post@svolvar-hotell.no
76 07 19 99
76 07 09 09
H 28 / 58 NN zZrzZszZnzZ/zZFzZuzZ«zZ‡zZ—zZk 01/01
31/12
www.svolvar-hotell.no
Lamholmen
8305 Svolvær
Rica Hotel Svolvær
rica.hotel.svolvar@rica.no
76 07 22 22
76 07 20 01
H 147 / 280 NN zZrzZnzZ/zZizZkzZØ 01/01
31/12
www.rica.no
Torget
8300 Svolvær
Thon Hotel Lofoten
lofoten@thonhotels.no
76 04 90 00
76 04 90 49
H 161 / 240 NN zZrzZszZnzZ/zZizZFzZ‡zZØzZk 01/01
31/12
www.thonhotels.no/lofoten
Sjøgata 6
8300 Svolvær
Hotel Aurora
resepsjon@hotel-aurora.no
76 06 90 00
76 06 90 01
H 50 / 95 NN zZrzZnzZ/zZizZk 01/05
30/09
www.hotel-aurora.no
Havnepromenaden
8300 Svolvær
Lofoten Suitehotel
post@lofoten-suitehotel.no
476 70 100
76 07 09 09
HL 27 / 54 N zZrzZszZnzZ/zZizZk 01/01
31/12
www.lofoten-suitehotel.no
Gunnar Bergs vei 2
8300 Svolvær
Svinøya Rorbuer
post@svinoya.no
76 06 99 30
76 07 48 98
FLRS 11 / 50 NNNN zZrzZszZnzZ/zZizZfzZFzZ«zZ‡zZ|zZØzZk 01/01
31/12
www.svinoya.no
Bert Salvesens vei 14 Kunstnerhuset www.kunstnerhuset-lofoten.no 01/01
8300 Svolvær post@kunstnerhuset-lofoten.no
99 55 26 86 V 8 / 11 N 31/12
Sivert Nilsenes gate 21
8301 Svolvær
Lofoten Summer Hotell
lofotensummerhotell@visitlofoten.as
76 07 65 00
76 07 65 01
H 48 / 96 NNNN zZrzZnzZfzZFzZuzZ« 31/05
15/09
www.visitlofoten.as

CAMPING/CABINS FOR RENT

Kong Olavs veg
8380 Ramberg
Ramberg Gjestegård
ramberggjest@lofoten.com
76 09 35 00
76 09 31 40
CD 10 / 28 NN zZrzszZnzZizZfzZuzZFzZ«zZw 01/01
31/12
www.ramberg-gjestegard.no
Ballstadlandet 91
8373 Ballstad
Sjøstrand Rorbuer & Fisk
post@rorbuer.info
76 08 84 95 / 481 13 565
RSC 10 / 45 NNN zZszZmzfzZFzZ«zZYzZw 01/01
31/12
www.rorbuer.info
Rolvsfjord
8370 Leknes
Brustranda Sjøcamping
bl-tjoen@online.no
916 28 682 / 977 91 487
76 08 71 44
CD 21 / 100 NNNN zZszZmzZizZfzZFzZ«zZYzZw 15/05
31/08
www.brustranda.no
Alstad
8370 Leknes
Lofoten Turistsenter
post@lofotturist.no
76 08 64 44
76 08 64 44
CD 6 / 23 NN zZrzZszZnzZizZFzZ«zZYzZw 01/01
31/12
Unstadveien 105
8360 Bøstad
Unstad Camping
post@lofot-ferie.com
76 08 64 33 / 970 61 201
CHR 6 / 40 NNNN zZszZmzZizZFzZ«zZYzZwzZk 01/01
31/12
www.unstadcamping.no
Hov, Gimsøy
8314 Gimsøysand
Hov Feriegård & Camping
unnihov@online.no
76 07 71 57 / 477 55 813
76 07 71 57
ACD 10 / 20 1/4 NN zZszZFzZuzZ«zZ¥zZyzZYzZw 01/01
31/12
www.hov-feriegard.no
Hov
8314 Gimsøysand
Lofoten Golf Links
post@lofoten-golf.no
76 07 20 02 / 917 69 809
76 07 20 03
DFL 16 / 26 1/4 NNNN zZrzZszZnzZFzZ«zZuzZ¥zZk 01/01
31/12
www.lofoten-golf.no
Møllnosen 19
8310 Kabelvåg
Kabelvåg Feriehus & Camping
post@kabelvag.com
76 07 86 20 / 992 34 231
AC 6 / 22 NNN zZfzZFzZuzZ«zZyzZ÷zZw 01/01
31/12
www.kabelvag.com
Ørsvågveien 45
8310 Kabelvåg
Sandvika Camping
post@sandvika-camping.no
76 07 81 45
76 07 88 13
CDLRS 28 / 121 NNNN zZn zZszZfzZFzZuzZ«zZØzZYzZ÷zZw
www.visitlofoten.as
01/01
31/12
Leirskoleveien 10
8300 Svolvær
Lofoten Feriesenter
post@lofoten-feriesenter.no
76 07 21 64
76 07 26 32
ACD 5 / 10 14 / 72 NNNN zZF zZuzZ«zZYzZ÷zZw 01/01
31/12
www.lofoten-feriesenter.no
Laukvik
8315 Laukvik
Skippergården Midnightsun Camping
skgaarden@gmail.com
971 06 636 CD 4 / 15 5 / 18 NN zZszZmzZfzZFzZ«zZYzZw 01/05
31/08
www.skippergaarden.no
Vaterfjord
8300 Svolvær
Hammerstad Sjøcamping
hammerstad-camping@c2i.net
76 07 03 05
76 07 22 80
CD 8 / 38 NNNN zZfzZFzZ«zZw 01/01
31/12
www.hammerstad.info

SYMBOLS
A=House, C=Camping, D=Cabins for rent, F=room, G=Guesthouse, H=Hotel, L=Apartment, R=Rorbu, S=Seahouse, V=Youth hostel

zZr Restaurant zZ/ Allergy-room zZw El-terminal z— Whale Safari ■ Less than NOK500 a night
zZs Kafé zZi Adapted for wheelchair users zZf Hire of boats z‡ Ocean Rafting ■ NOK 500 – 750 a night
zZm Beer/wine zZu Bicycle rent zZY Playground zy Riding ■ NOK 750 – 1000 a night
zZn Fully licensed zZF Possibilities for fishing z« Hiking z| Winter activities ■ Over NOK 1000 a night
z» Diving/Snorkelling z¥ Golf z÷ Canoe/kayaking zk Conference
zØ Visitors’ marina Drainage facility for caravan/camper vans n

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Rorbuer/Seahouses

© Trym Ivar Bergsmo / VisitLofoten AS

RORBUER/SEAHOUSES
BUSINESS TEL (+47) ROM/ CABIN/ PRICE
LOCATION SEASON
E-MAIL FAX (+47) BEDS BEDS RANGE
Kårøy
8064 Røst
Kårøy Rorbucamping
booking@karoy.no
76 09 62 38
S 1 / 50 N zZfzZFzZØk 01/05
31/08
www.karoy.no
Å Å Rorbuer & Brygga Restaurant
booking@visitlofoten.as
76 09 11 21
76 09 12 82
FRS 5 / 88 21 / 90 NNNN zZrzZszZnzZfzZFzZuzZ« 01/01
31/12
8392 Sørvågen www.visitlofoten.as
Å
8392 Sørvågen
Å-Hamna Rorbuer
info@lofotenferie.com
76 09 12 11 / 911 50 560
76 09 11 14
RS 5 / 16 16 / 100 NNNN zZf zZFzZYzZ«
www.lofotenferie.com
01/01
31/12
Sakrisøy
8392 Reine
Sakrisøy Rorbuer
sakrisoy@lofoten.ws
76 09 21 43 / 900 35 419 R 19 / 91 NN zZszZFzZuzZ«zZYzZØ 01/01
31/12
www.lofoten.ws
Hamnøy
8392 Reine
Eliassen Rorbuer
rorbuer@online.no
76 09 23 05
76 09 24 40
R 22 / 89 NN zZrzZnzZfzZFzZuzZ«zZ÷zZ‡zZk 01/01
31/12
www.rorbuer.no
Nusfjord
8380 Ramberg
Nusfjord
booking@nusfjord.no
76 09 30 20
76 09 33 78
R 40 / 260 NN zZrzZnzZfzZFzZ«zZuzZkzZ÷zZØ 01/01
31/12
www.nusfjord.no
Ballstadlandet 91
8373 Ballstad
Sjøstrand Rorbuer & Fisk
post@rorbuer.info
76 08 84 95 / 481 13 565 RSC 10 / 45 NNN zZszZmzZfzZFzZYzZwzZ| 01/02
15/12
www.rorbuer.info
Hattvika
8373 Ballstad
Solsiden Brygge
booking@solsiden.no
404 63 333 R 17 / 60 NNNN zZs zZizZfzZFzZ«zZØzZk
www.solsiden.no
01/01
31/12
Kræmmervikveien 34
8373 Ballstad
Kræmmervika Rorbuer
post@kremmervika.no
76 06 09 20
76 06 09 26
R 32 / 250 N zZ www.kremmervika.no
zZrzZszZnzZfzZFzZ«zZØzZkzZ| 01/01
31/12
Mortsund
8370 Leknes
Statles Rorbusenter
post@statles.no
76 05 50 60
76 08 71 11
R 54 / 246 NNN zZfzZFzZuzZ«zZk 20/01
20/12
www.statles.no
Skjæret
8340 Stamsund
Skjærbrygga Rorbuer
firmapost@skjaerbrygga.no
76 05 46 00
76 05 46 01
R 19 / 120 NN zZnzrzZFzZuzZ«zZkzZØzZ| 01/01
31/12
www.skjaerbrygga.no
Mærvoll
8360 Bøstad
Joh. L. Unstad Sjøhus
funlofoten@yahoo.no
76 08 54 27 S 1 / 40 NN zZfzZFzZ«zZw 01/06
22/08
www.stayaway.com/view-493.php
Dreyers gate
8312 Henningsvær
Fiskekrogen Henningsvær
post@fiskekrogen.net
76 07 46 52
76 07 46 55
RS 1 / 25 1/4 NNNN zZrzZszZnzZFzZ«zZ‡zZØ 01/03
15/09
www.fiskekrogen.net
Banhammeren 53
8312 Henningsvær
Henningsvær Rorbuer
info@henningsvar-rorbuer.no
76 06 60 00 / 906 74 174
76 06 60 01
R 26 / 108 NN zZn zZFzZ«zZfzZ‡zZk
www.henningsvar-rorbuer.no
01/03
31/10
Hellandsgata 79
8312 Henningsvær
Johs. H. Giæver
post@giaever-rorbuer.no
76 07 47 19
76 07 49 00
RS 1 / 18 10 / 40 NNN zZFzZizZØzZ‡ 01/01
31/12
www.giaever-rorbuer.no
Storvåganvn 22
8310 Kabelvåg
Nyvågar Rorbuhotell
booking@nyvagar.no
76 06 97 00
76 06 97 01
R 30 / 120 NN zZrzZnzZfzZFzZuzZ«zZk 01/01
31/12
wwww.nyvagar.no
Vikabakken 23
8310 Kabelvåg
Lofoten Rorbuferie
post@lofotferie.no
76 07 45 00
76 07 88 13
RL 17 / 62 NN zZfzZFzZuzZ« 01/01
31/12
www.visitlofoten.as
Sjøgata 25
8310 Kabelvåg
Tyskhella
post@lofotferie.no
76 07 45 00
76 07 88 13
L 12 / 50 NN zZfzZFzZuzZizZ« 01/01
31/12
www.visitlofoten.as
Gunnar Bergs vei 2
8300 Svolvær
Svinøya Rorbuer - BaseCamp Lofoten 76 06 99 30
post@svinoya.no 76 07 48 98
FLR 55 / 222 NN zZrzZszZnzZ/zZizZfzZFzZ‡zZ¥zZ|zZk 01/01
31/12
www.svinoya.no
Lamholmen
8300 Svolvær
Anker Brygge Rorbusuiter AS
booking@anker-brygge.no
76 06 64 80
76 06 64 75
R 27 / 106 N ZzrzZszZnzZ/zZizZFzZ«zZ‡zZØzZk 01/01
31/12
www.anker-brygge.no
Parkgt. 12
8300 Svolvær
Svolvær Sjøhuscamp
post@svolver-sjohuscamp.no
76 07 03 36
76 07 64 63
S 2 / 37 NNNN zZf zZFzZ«zZØ
www.svolver-sjohuscamp.no
01/01
31/12
Jektveien 10
8300 Svolvær
Lofoten Rorbuer
post@lofoten-rorbuer.no
76 07 18 33 / 915 95 450
76 07 18 77
S 2 / 40 NNNN Zz/zZizZfzZFzZuzZYzZ«zZ‡ 01/01
31/12
www.lofoten-rorbuer.no

SYMBOLS
A=House, C=Camping, D=Cabins for rent, F=room, G=Guesthouse, H=Hotel, L=Apartment, R=Rorbu, S=Seahouse, V=Youth hostel

zZr Restaurant zZ/ Allergy-room zZw El-terminal z— Whale Safari ■ Less than NOK500 a night
zZs Kafé zZi Adapted for wheelchair users zZf Hire of boats z‡ Ocean Rafting ■ NOK 500 – 750 a night
zZm Beer/wine zZu Bicycle rent zZY Playground zy Riding ■ NOK 750 – 1000 a night
zZn Fully licensed zZF Possibilities for fishing z« Hiking z| Winter activities ■ Over NOK 1000 a night
z» Diving/Snorkelling z¥ Golf z÷ Canoe/kayaking zk Conference
zØ Visitors’ marina Drainage facility for caravan/camper vans n

22 w w w .l o fo te n. info
 W h a t ’s o n i n L o f o t e n i n 2 0 11 ?
10-13 February: Lofoten International
Chamber Music Festival, winter
www.lofotenfestival.no
Featuring the Norwegian Chamber Orchestra,.
Arve Tellefsen (violin), Knut Erik Sundquist (bass), Christian Ihle
Hadland (piano)
25.-26. March The World Cod Fishing
Championships, Svolvær
www.vmiskreifiske.info
Lofoten is beautiful in March and April. The sun begins to
warm us and the clear air provides magnificent views of the
archipelago. This is an international fishing festival in honour of
the cod that come to Lofoten every year. www.lofoteventyret.no
29 April-1 May: Elijazzen, Lofoten Jazz
Festival
www.elijazzen.no
The only jazz festival in Lofoten is being arranged for the third
time at Eliassen Rorbuer in Hamnøy. The Jazz Festival is a tribute
to the wild and wonderful Lofoten countryside, to the culture and
to the commitment, energy and spontaneous creativity we all get
from simply being there.
www.rorbuer.no
24-28 May. Stamsund International Theatre
Festival
www.stamsund-internasjonale.no
Uncompromising and exciting dramatic art for all people of all age
groups.
Trade congress for North Norwegian dramatic art.
2-5 June: Reine Ord – Literature festival
Norway’s wildest, wettest and most wonderful literature festival
will be arranged for the second time with events in Svolvær,
Leknes, Ramberg and Reine. You can experience some of our
most prominent culture providers in conversations about their
own works and authorship. For complete programme, please visit
www.reineord.no
9-12 June: Moskenes Ragno Festival – a
festival of culture in honour of the stockfish
www.ragno-festival.com
The festival is arranged around the date of the traditional “fish
fetching day”, which was June 12. This was the day when the
stockfish, in accordance with long-standing traditions, was
divided among the fishermen who came back to Lofoten to
fetch their catch and transport it to Bergen; and the day when
representatives of the church and the king took their share, too.
Fantastic food, with a natural emphasis on stockfish, excellent
concerts, nature adventures, competitions – for young and old,
visitor and resident alike.
10- 12 June. Codstock, Henningsvær
www.codstock.com
All round festival of music and culture in a unique fishing village.
The predominant musical genre here is rock and blues.
June 24-26. The Puffin Festival, Røst
www.lundefestivalen.no
The Puffin Festival is a culture and nature festival where
participants are given an update on the state of seabird stocks.
It is also a family event for young and old with a concoction of
performers and artists from near and far who create a positive
experience and festivities. Welcome to happy festival days in
Røst.
See the mountains of Moskenes in a new and different way.
8-9 July: Værøy Festival
Entertainment for young and old this weekend with, amongst
other things, competitions, daytime activities on Saturday, and
family entertainment. Read more at www.værøyfestivaler.no
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Events in 2011
© Kjell Ove Storvik
July 11-16: Lofoten International Chamber
Music Festival
www.lofotenfestival.com
The festival’s basic idea is to bring together a group of
internationally renowned musicians to give chamber music
concerts in a relaxed atmosphere, with the spectacular Lofoten
surroundings as their setting. The concerts are spread across the
entire archipelago. Leif Ove Andsnes, Håvard Gimse, Tos Espen
Aspaas, Pavel Haas Quartet, Gould Piano Trio.
3-7 August Viking Festival, Borg
www.lofotr.no
The thought may have struck you: What would it have been
like to wander around among Vikings at Borg over 1000 years
ago? The sound of men preparing weapons and ship for the
voyage south, the smell of food and the sound of the scald as he
composes a new song in honour of the chieftain.
1- 4 September. Lofoten Country Music
Festival, Leknes
www.lofoten-countryfestival.no
Leknes is the place for country music lovers. Bring along your
cowboy hat and boots and get down on the dance floor. The © www.stamsund-internasjonale.no
festival rounds off the “Høstvekka” autumn festival week – a
whole week of activities and events.
24-25 September: “NaturligVis” Food
Festival, Leknes
Lofoten has a great deal to offer when it comes to good food,
and the festival allows you to see, experience and taste some of
it. In addition, you may learn something about how the food is
prepared, and perhaps even try your hand at it yourself. There
will also be entertainment, activities, competitions and lots, lots
more.
From November 1: Pre-Christmas © Jan Ottar Olufsen, www.codstock.com
Adventures in Henningsvær
www.forjulseventyret.no
The blue daylight of Advent, the Northern Lights, a good storm
… Whatever the conditions, the fishing village of Henningsvær
will tempt you with unique pre-Christmas offerings from about
November 1 until December 20. Christmas shopping in peaceful
surroundings, tasty culinary adventures, and perhaps a visit to
Lofoten Seafood Theatre? Christmas parties, a well-deserved © Jan Ottar Olufsen, www.codstock.com
break at a cosy café … A wide range of activities will be on offer:
make your own Christmas candles, paint Christmas trimmings or
try your hand at glass-blowing. Buy your Christmas presents in
peace and quiet from our skilled handicraftsmen and get into the
Christmas spirit… Guaranteed shopping mall free.
5 .-6 November. ”Lofoten Gave og
Håndverksmesse” in Lofothallen, Leknes
The farmer’s fair with the sale of good food and traditional
handicrafts from Lofoten. Many activities for the whole family.
3 December. Christmas in the Old Days in Å MS Symra © DVGL Lofoten
www.lofoten-info.no/nfmuseum
Christmas preparations at the Norwegian Fishing Village Museum
in the time-honoured fishing village of Å. Bakery, cod-liver oil
production, storytelling, Christmas fair.
31 December. New Year Celebrations in the
Viking Way, Borg
www.lofotr.no
Lofotr Viking Museum invites you to a New Year banquet. Arrival
at the chieftain’s house by horse and sleigh, weather permitting.
Guided tour. Activities in the chieftain’s house, rounding off with a
proper Viking feast.
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AT BORG IN LOFOTEN, stands the largest Viking-era tad ship). If the weather is good, you can take a rowing
building ever found in Norway and Europe! The 83-me- trip with the skipper of the Viking ship. On the way down
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tre long house is the central element in an exhibition that
reconstructs life in the North of Norway during the Viking
Age. Olaf Tvennumbruni, one of the most powerful Viking
chieftains in Northern Norway, ruled here with his wife
Åshild over 1,000 years ago. The museum is unique. You
can watch demonstrations of craft techniques used by
people in the Viking Age. You can visit exhibitions featur-
ing unique finds from the excavations at Borg. Outdoors,
you will see animals such as wild boars, horses and wild
sheep. Take a walk down to the boathouse where there
is a full-size replica of a genuine Viking ship (the Goks-
to the boathouse, you will pass a smithy from the Iron
Age. There are always plenty of activities for young and
old in the museum grounds. A Viking Festival will be held
between 3-7 August 2011, featuring a market and a va-
riety of activities and games for the public. The activities
include archery, axe throwing, concerts, theatre perform-
ances, talks, dancing and music, plus rowing trips on the
Viking ship, of course. In June 2011, the new film about
the Viking chieftain Olaf Tvennumbruni will be premiered.
The film will be shown in a new building that also houses
a new exhibition.

‘A day at the Lofotr Viking Museum is a day to remember.’

Lofotr Viking Museum, Prestegårdsveien 59, N-8360 Bøstad. Tel.: (+47) 76 08 49 00

Fax: (+47) 76 08 49 10 E-mail: vikingmuseet@lofotr.no www.lofotr.no
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Vesterøen rorbu suites Lofoten rorbu suites The Vestfjord suites

Svinøya Rorbuer The Vicarage, Flakstad

Gunnar Bergs vei 2, Fax: +47 76 07 48 98

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The hotel is centrally located in Svolvær city, on the outermost wharfside where
the legendary Hurtigruten –or Coastal Express - cruise ship docks, and with the
best view in town of both sea and mountains. All rooms have cable-TV with a wide
choice of channels, there’s free high-speed wireless internet access all over the
hotel, as well as a computer with internet access in the lobby. We can customize
your stay to suit your requirements. Free parking for our guests.

VE S TFJO R D Fiskergata 46, vestfjordhotell@visitlofoten.as

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Lofoten Summer Hotel offers reasonable accommodation in Svolvær city

centre. The hotel has 48 rooms of good standard. Breakfast is included and we
also serve dinner in the restaurant. Free internet access and parking for our
guests. For more information, please visit:: www.visitlofoten.as

Sivert Nilsensgt. 21, N-8300 Svolvær

Tel: +47 76 07 65 00
lofotensummerhotel@visitlofoten.as
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All the accommodation facilities are situated in Kabelvåg.

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who’d like a cottage or a sea house, as well as to those

who come bringing a camping trailer, camper or motor
home or a tent. Lofotferie can also offer a wide range of
activities and adventures and experiences.
Please read more about us at:: www.lofotferie.no

Sandvika Lofoten Rorbuferie

Sandvika Fjord- og Sjøhuscamping - Tel: +47 76 07 81 45

Tyskhella Rorbuferie - Tel: +47 76 07 45 00
Lofoten Rorbuferie - Tel: +47 76 07 45 00
post@lofotferie.no - www.lofotferie.no



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in Norway. All the old wooden buildings are listed on the Statutory List
of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historical Interest. Located at the
very end of European highway 10, Å is by many considered as the most
beautiful part of Lofoten.You experience an impressive panorama here.
With the spectacular Lofotveggen mountains towering in the background,
you have a view across the sea to the Norwegian mainland, the
Vestfjorden fjord and the Moskstraumen tidal current.
Please read more about Å Rorbuer at: www.visitlofoten.as

Å Rorbuer & Brygga Restaurant

Tel: +47 760 91121
arorbuer@visitlofoten.as
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N-8300 Svolvær + 47 76 06 99 30
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tacular experiences of and in nature in a safe premises to ask for hiking tips, inquire about  Guided mountain peak treks

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Svolvær: +47 760 69930 Rentaboat Lofoten has boats in all classes, accom-
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Svolvær: +47 760 69930
Kabelvåg: +47 760 74500
Å in Lofoten: +47 760 91121
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With a bike you can get to places that you normally can’t
access by car. Rentabike Lofoten can provide you with
modern and safe off-road bikes in Svolvær, Kabelvåg and
at Å. If you want to rent several bicycles at the same
time, it would be advisable to telephone beforehand.


  
  

  

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THE HEART OF LOFOTEN

Storvågan for the whole family
© FOTOLINJA, LOFOTEN FOLKEHØGSKOLE

PHOTO © KJELL OVE STORVIK

NYVÅGAR RORBUHOTELL Eat well and enjoy your stay.
Bright and pleasant fishermen’s cabins (rorbu) of comfortable
standard for the modern guest. Café and restaurant with a rustic
atmosphere amid sea and sheer mountains. Bright conference
rooms with an excellent view will help stimulate new ways of
thinking. Our own quay offers many different possibilities.
Young and old alike enjoy their stay at Nyvågar Rorbu Hotel.
NYVÅGAR RORBUHOTELL
Tel. +47 76 06 97 00 - booking@nyvagar.no
www.nyvagar.no
PHOTO © MUSEUM NORD - LOFOTMUSEET: THOMAS RØJMYR
LOFOTAKVARIET Experience the Lofoten Sea’s fascinating
underwater world at the Lofoten Aquarium. You will find cute,
ugly, big, small and strange fish and marine animals here. Say
hello to Loffe the Seal and Ottar the Otter, see real Norwegian
Atlantic cod, watch a film at our cinema, buy your souvenirs here,
or just have a cup of coffee and enjoy the view.
LOFOTAKVARIET
Tel. +47 76 07 86 65 - post@lofotakvariet.no
www.lofotakvariet.no

MUSEUM NORD - LOFOTMUSEET Feel the aura of history
in an authentic atmosphere from the 1800s. The landlord’s
residence and garden, the country store, the fisherman’s
cabins and the boathouse with its traditional Nordland-style
boats. Coastal history is reborn via AV-shows and exhibitions
about the Lofoten Fishery, the fishing ports and trade fairs.
GALLERI ESPOLIN Be moved by the artist Kaare Espolin
Johnson’s powerfull expression as he depicts the region’s
dramatic history and the coastal people’s life and fate.
Gallery Espolin houses a true chieftain of Norwegian art.
Art store, film, drawing room for children.

MUSEUM NORD - LOFOTMUSEET GALLERI ESPOLIN

Tel. +47 76 06 97 90 - lofotmuseet@museumnord.no Tel. +47 76 07 84 05 - post@galleri-espolin.no
www.lofotmuseet.no www.galleri-espolin.no

www.storvagan.no. Storvågan in Kabelvåg, Lofoten. Open all year.

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 Thon Hotel Lofoten opened in March 2009, and
is connected directly to Lofoten Culture Centre. The
hotel is situated on the waterfront at Svolvær, next to
Norwegian Coastal Voyage quay.

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All of Svolvær’s attractions are within walking distance.

The hotel is the perfect base for exploring

the fantastic scenery in the area around Lofoten.

Restaurant Bojer overlooks

the Svolvær waterfront on the
town square and emphasises fresh
local ingredients such as skrei (large
cod), dried cod, fresh fish from local
fishermen, whale, local cheeses and
Lofoten lamb. There is open air
dining during the summer months.

Styrhuset Pub is the

city‘s traditional and informal
meeting place. Here will
meet on everything from
fishermen to politicians and
business people.

Thon Hotel Lofoten

Torget, 8300 Svolvær
Tlf: +47 76 04 90 00
Faks: +47 76 04 90 49
lofoten.resepsjon@thonhotels.no

Midnight sun: approx. 27 May – 17 July

Polar night: approx. 6 December – 6 January
Weather forecasts and climate information:
www.met.no (Norwegian and English)
www.yr.no (Norwegian and English)

As the entire region´s joint promotional body,

Destination Lofoten is responsible for the
following:

• International and national marketing, promotion

and sales.
• Co-ordinating existing traveltradeproducts in the
area, and product development.
• Co-operation with international tour operators.
• The production of promotional material.
• Representing Lofoten at trade fairs and shows.
• Developing a joint profile and Lofoten as a
destination.
• Co-ordinated product information.
• Official tourist information.
• Taking care of the hospitality- and information
duties on behalf of the municipalities of the
Lofoten islands.

Destination Lofoten AS
P.O.Box 210
NO-8301 Svolvær
Tel.: +47 76 06 98 00
Fax.: +47 76 07 30 01
E-mail: lofoten@lofoten.info
www.lofoten.info

INFO-GUIDE FOR LOFOTEN 2011

Publisher: Destination Lofoten AS
Also published in French, German, Italian, Norwegian and Spanish.
For free distribution abroad.
The publisher cannot accept responsibility for any error, omission or
subsequent alterations.
Graphic design: Remi Johansen
Production: Remix Media, Værøy
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