Tourist information from Leknes and surrounding areas

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20.June 2011

The Lofoten Islands

Lofoten is known for excellent fishing and nature attractions, small villages off the beaten track and whale safaris.
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19.April 2011

National Geographic recommends Lofoten

In November 2007, National Geographic Traveler rated the Lofoten islands of Northern Norway the third most appealing islands in the world.
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18.April 2011

Key facts about Lofoten

Lofoten consists of seven main islands with 24,000 inhabitants.
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10.October 2011

Key facts about the Realm of Hamsun

Experience a spectacular coastal area in the county of Nordland with islands, skerries, beaches, deep fjords, steep mountains and northern lights.
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29.August 2011

The Realm of Hamsun

At the intersection between Salten, Ofoten and Lofoten, you will discover a miniature version of Nordland county.
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16.November 2011

Key facts about Nordland

Meet nature, tranquillity and an endless array of activities in Nordland, the second largest county in Norway.
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16.November 2011

Nordland

Nordland is known for wildlife safaris and stunning scenery. National Geographic Traveller has rated Lofoten among the best islands in the world.
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20.June 2011

Vesterålen

The islands of Vesterålen tempt you with midnight sun, northern lights, whale safaris, fishing and hiking.
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19.April 2011

Key facts about Vesterålen

Some of the country's richest fishing grounds are located in Vesterålen.
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17.June 2011

Bodø

Bodø is situated on a peninsula on a beautiful stretch of coastline in Northern Norway, only a 90-minute flight from Oslo.
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18.April 2011

Key facts about Bodø

Bodø is the capital of the county of Nordland and is undergoing rapid growth. The town has a population of 47,000.
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1.February 2012

Harstad

In the pleasant town of Harstad, you will discover a rich array of culture and nature-based experiences
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18.April 2011

Key facts about Harstad

Harstad is a charming town with 23,000 inhabitants. It is an important meeting place for the region's population.
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Getting here and around | 9.June 2011

Getting to Lofoten and around

There are daily flights into the airports in Lofoten. Travelling around Lofoten is most easily done by car, bike and ferries.
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Getting here and around | 19.April 2011

Getting to the Realm of Hamsun and around

The Realm of Hamsun is a strategic starting point for exploring the Lofoten Islands,Vesterålen, Bodø, Narvik and Harstad.
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Getting here and around | 16.November 2011

Getting to Nordland and around

Travel to Nordland by train, car, plane, ship or ferry.
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Getting here and around | 19.April 2011

Getting to Vesterålen and around

Visit Vesterålen by air, bus, car or by Hurtigruten (the Norwegian Coastal Voyage).
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Getting here and around | 18.April 2011

Getting to Bodø and around

Bodø is the hub of Nordland, and a great base to further explore the region, and the rest of Northern Norway.
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Getting here and around | 18.April 2011

Getting to Harstad and around

Harstad is located on Norway's biggest island Hinnøya, next to Vesterålen and Lofoten to the west, Narvik to the east and Tromsø to the north.
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Tourist information | 18.April 2011

Tourist information in Lofoten

There are several tourist information offices in Lofoten. Some of them are closed during winter.
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Tourist information | 16.November 2011

Tourist information in Nordland

The tourist information offices in Nordland will help you book accommodation and activities.
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Tourist information | 28.September 2010

Tourist information for Vesterålen

The tourist information for Vesterålen, situated in Sortland, is open all year round. There are also local tourist offices in each municipality.
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Tourist information | 3.February 2012

Tourist information in Bodø

The tourist information office in Bodø is open all year round, and provides information on what to see and do in the region.
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Tourist information | 28.September 2011

Tourist information in Harstad

The tourist information in Harstad is centrally located by the bus terminal.
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What is on | Sports & Activities | 28.July 2011

World Championship in cod fishing

Every winter, hundreds of people travel to Lofoten to see who gets the most and the largest arctic cod. You can be a part of it.
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What to do | Attractions & Culture | Museums & Galleries | 5.September 2011

Video: Stories for Life: Viking life in Norway

Learn about the ways of the Vikings, as David Spinx’s life takes a dramatic turn at the chieftain's longhouse at Borg in the Lofoten Islands.
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What to do | Attractions & Culture | Museums & Galleries | 19.April 2011

Lofotr Viking Museum at Borg in Lofoten

- Cheers, good people. Eat well for you have travelled long, says the Viking chieftain as the traditional Viking food awaits us at the table.
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What to do | Active holiday | Skiing | 1.September 2011

After ski and sea in Lofoten

Join an action-packed trip in the Lofoten where RIB-safari, summit skiing, deep sea fishing and culinary discoveries are all part of the experience.
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What to do | Active holiday | Canoeing & Kayaking | 24.January 2012

Video: Stories for Life: Kayaking and fishing

Get that little bit closer to nature in the Lofoten Islands. Jump in a kayak and go cod fishing with Norway host David Spinx.
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What to do | Tours & Safaris | Wildlife safari | 24.January 2012

Video: Stories for Life: Eagle safari

On his way out to meet sea eagles in Lofoten, Norway host David Spinx can hardly contain his excitement. Join him on his bird-watching experience.
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What to do | Tours & Safaris | Tour suggestions | 13.January 2012

Lofoten National Tourist Route

Discover the beauty of the Lofoten Islands, anchored above the Arctic Circle, by driving from Fiskebøl to Å - one of Norway's most scenic routes.
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What to do | Active holiday | Canoeing & Kayaking | 23.December 2011

Lofoten Kajakk

Lofoten Kajakk offers a choice of sea and land-based activities year round, including kayaking, sailing, hiking, cycling, skiing and snowshoeing.
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What to do | Action & Adventure | Diving | 7.September 2011

Winter in Lofoten

If you want to experience the genuine atmosphere of the many fishing villages, you should visit Lofoten outside of the hectic summer season.
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What to do | Action & Adventure | Rafting | 19.August 2011

What to do in Lofoten

Explore Lofoten by foot, go rafting in the Trollfjord and visit Lofotr Viking Museum. Taste stockfish and be amazed by the midnight sun.
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What to do | Tours & Safaris | Tour suggestions | 18.April 2011

Tour suggestions in Lofoten

Experience the Lofoten Islands by car or bicycle.
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What to do | Attractions & Culture | Nature attractions | 18.April 2011

Scenic attractions in Lofoten

Experience the bird rocks outside the island of Røst and the cosy fishing village in Nusfjord.
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What to do | Attractions & Culture | Nature attractions | 19.April 2011

Attractions in the Realm of Hamsun

Nobel Prize Laureate in Literature Knut Hamsun, rock carvings, Vikings and World War II fill the area with interesting stories.
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What to do | Active holiday | Fishing | 7.February 2012

Fishing at Offersøy Feriesenter

Experience Offersøy – the gateway to Lofoten and Vesterålen. Here you can go deep-sea fishing, diving and join a killer whale safari.
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What to do | Attractions & Culture | Nature attractions | 14.June 2011

Saltstraumen

Saltstraumen is the world’s most powerful maelstrom and is situated outside of Bodø in Arctic Norway. Join an eagle safari or go sea rafting.
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What to do | Active holiday | Fishing | 4.January 2012

Lost kingdoms: Wilderness and cultural tours in the Arctic

Welcome to the districts of Hamarøy and Tysfjord, which offer the very best of Scandinavian nature, Sami culture and North-Norwegian pride.
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What to do | Active holiday | Fishing | 7.February 2012

Fishing in the land of the midnight sun

Northern Norway has the best deep-sea fishing in the country. Try fishing at the North Cape, and stay in a fishermen's cabin or at a camp site.
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What to do | Tours & Safaris | Tour suggestions | 16.November 2011

Tour suggestions in Nordland

Nordland gives you many possibilities for round trips or a longer stay in one place.
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What to do | Attractions & Culture | Nature attractions | 16.November 2011

Attractions in Nordland

Cross the Arctic Circle, visit Saltstraumen, the world’s strongest maelstrom, and head out to the internationally acclaimed Lofoten Islands.
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What to do | Food & Drink | 16.November 2011

What to eat in Nordland

The sea in Nordland is renowned for its culinary delights. Taste specialities such as "skrei" (winter cod), stockfish and Lofoten cod.
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What to do | Active holiday | Skiing | 16.November 2011

Winter in Nordland

See the northern lights, join a killer whale safari, experience the Lofoten Fishery or go skiing in Narvik.
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What to do | Active holiday | Biking | 16.November 2011

What to do in Nordland

Choose a whale safari in Vesterålen or a sea eagle safari in Lofoten when you are in Nordland.
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What to do | Tours & Safaris | Wildlife safari | 13.January 2012

Have a whale of a time in Vesterålen

- Whale, shouts the captain as he points eagerly in front of the ship. Full of anticipation we make our way to the gunnel and see the whale’s blow.
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What to do | Active holiday | Hiking | 12.January 2012

Hiking offers in Vesterålen

There are two marked coastal trails on the Vesterålen Islands. Different hiking associations have cabins both in the mountains and along the seashore.
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What to do | Active holiday | Hiking | 12.January 2012

Hiking in Vesterålen

There are marked hiking trails throughout the entire Vesterålen area. These are easily accessible and may be used in both summer and winter.
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What to do | Active holiday | Skiing | 14.September 2011

Winter in Vesterålen

Try deep sea fishing under the northern lights this winter. This is one of several exciting activities you can enjoy in the Vesterålen Islands.
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What to do | Active holiday | Canoeing & Kayaking | 19.April 2011

What to do in Vesterålen

Vesterålen has a lot of opportunities, whether you want to explore the islands yourself or are more interested in guided trips and safaris.
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What to do | Tours & Safaris | Tour suggestions | 19.April 2011

Tour suggestions in Vesterålen

Go hiking in the footsteps of the Norwegian Queen Sonja, feed the reindeers of the Samis or explore old fishing villages by bike.
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What to do | Attractions & Culture | Nature attractions | 19.April 2011

Attractions in Vesterålen

Visit the Whale Centre in Andenes, the fishing village of Nyksund, Møysalen National Park and experience the narrow Trollfjord from a boat.
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What to do | Attractions & Culture | Nature attractions | 17.November 2011

What to do in Bodø

Bodø offers unique countryside or urban pleasures, whether you are here for two days or two weeks.
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What to do | Active holiday | Fishing | 6.September 2011

Winter activities in Bodø

Few Norwegian towns and cities are so close to the wilderness as Bodø. Here winter activities under the northern lights are right on your doorstep.
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What to do | Food & Drink | 1.June 2011

Where to eat in Bodø

Eating out in Bodø? Try traditional dishes like bacalao or meatballs, or opt for the likes of pizza or sushi instead. The choice is yours.
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What to do | Attractions & Culture | Nature attractions | 30.May 2011

Attractions in Bodø

Saltstraumen, the world's strongest maelstrom, and the historical trading post of Kjerringøy are two of the many attractions in the Bodø region.
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What to do | Tours & Safaris | Tour suggestions | 18.April 2011

Tour suggestions in Bodø

Go island hopping or drive along the beautiful coastline. Bike to the historical trading post of Kjerringøy or hike to a coastal mountain peak.
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What to do | Attractions & Culture | Buildings & Monuments | 11.August 2011

Trondenes Fort

Trondenes Fort outside Harstad was built by the Germans during World War II, and is still a military installation. Order a guided tour.
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What to do | Active holiday | Biking | 18.April 2011

What to do in Harstad

Bring some good shoes when you visit Harstad. Experience the town's attractions and nearby nature on foot.
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What to do | Tours & Safaris | Tour suggestions | 18.April 2011

Tour suggestions in Harstad

Harstad and its surroundings offer exciting excursions regardless of whether you want to go cycling, hiking, or on a drive to the Lofoten Islands.
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What to do | Attractions & Culture | Food traditions | 18.April 2011

Dining in Harstad

Taste reindeer, fresh fish, lamb, fresh berries and mushrooms mixed with international cooking.
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What to do | Attractions & Culture | Nature attractions | 18.April 2011

Attractions in Harstad

Harstad has a mix of contemporary and old architecture which, in combination with its waterfront location, provides a good atmosphere.
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Where to stay | Hotels | 18.April 2011

Where to stay in Lofoten

Lofoten is known for the old fishermen's cabins ("rorbuer") that have been restored and turned into modern accommodation for travellers.
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Where to stay | Hotels | 19.April 2011

Where to stay in the Realm of Hamsun

A wide range of accommodation options are available in the Realm of Hamsun, everything from excellent hotels to idyllic camp sites and a lighthouse.
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Where to stay | Hotels | 16.November 2011

Where to stay in Nordland

You have a wide spectrum of accommodation to choose from in Nordland – from authentic fishermen's cabins to exclusive hotels.
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Where to stay | Hotels | 19.April 2011

Where to stay in Vesterålen

Stay in a fisherman's cabin, pitch your tent beside the sea or stay in a hotel in the town of Stokmarknes.
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Where to stay | Hotels | 18.April 2011

Where to stay in Bodø

Whether you are on holiday, on business or just passing through, Bodø offers a wide range of hotels and other accommodation options.
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Where to stay | Hotels | 18.April 2011

Where to stay in Harstad

Stay at hotels, cabins, a youth hostel, traditional wooden storehouses or private accommodation in houses and on farms.
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