Welcome to Bodø & Salten
A cultural city on the edge of nature
Bodø & Salten is the ultimate combination of culture and nature. Here you will find one of Norway’s fastest growing cities, which will be the European Capital of Culture in 2024, located in the middle of magnificent natural gems in the surrounding region.
Experience the world’s strongest maelstrom – Saltstraumen, Europe´s most accessible glacier, Svartisen, northern lights, midnight sun, and famous national parks. Here you get to experience spectacular nature without standing in line.



European Capital of Culture 2024 –
The program has been released!
Bodø will be the European Capital of Culture in 2024, and we are preparing to host 1000 cultural events throughout the year! Join us for a yearlong celebration of arctic culture.
Some teasers from the program:
Autumn in Salten
Autumn Tips
Hidden Gems in Salten
Main attractions
Main attractions
When in Bodø & Salten, you have to check out these attractions!
Help us take care of our fragile nature and be more responsible when visiting
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