Hamarøy
Hamarøy
Hamarøy/Hábmer is the land of fairy tales. The majestic nature stretches from dramatic Lule Sami fjords and high mountains in inner Tysfjord to a spectacular panorama of the Vestfjord and the Lofotveggen (The Lofoten Wall) in outer Hamarøy.
Beautiful Hamarøy offers the nature-based experiences you are searching for. When combined with unique cultural experiences, Hamarøy provides pleasure for both heart and soul. Welcome to nature and culture experiences of the highest class.
Recommended activities and experiences in Hamarøy:
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The Hamsun Centre, Knut Hamsun’s childhood home and the old trading post of Breidablikk
Experience the Nobel prize-winning literature, the controversial man and the spectacular architecture in the beautiful Hamarøy landscape.
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Spectacular experience of architecture and aquaculture at the Arctic Salmon Center
In fantastic surroundings by the sea at Skutvik, you can experience how aquaculture operates and develops future solutions for fish farming. Opportunities to visit nearby facilities with RIB, café and an architectural gem in itself. -
Be part of the nature and culture village of Tranøy
On the outer coast facing the Vestfjord and framed by the Lofotveggen (The Lofoten Wall), you can stay overnight in the Tranøy lighthouse, visit galleries, treat yourself to spa treatments or simply experience a unique North Norwegian village. You can also experience an outdoor Art park with a diversity of sculptures.
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Visit inner Tysfjord and the Lule Sami area
Unique nature and culture go hand in hand. Easy access with daily express boat connections to Musken, and a summer express boat route to Hellmobotn. The wonderful hike Norge på tvers (Across Norway) from Hellmobotn to the Swedish border may be combined with “lavvu glamping” at Sámi Safari Camp.
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Climb to the summit of Hamarøyskaftet
Hamarøy offers accessible yet spectacular mountain hikes to suit everyone. Combine an excursion to Skutvik with a trip to Skaftheia including Hamarøyskaftet or on the Landstrykerstien (Wayfarers trail). For thousands of years, this landmark has been an obelisk and navigational mark along the beautiful Nordland coast. If you want to reach the summit, you can go on a guided climb with Nordland Turselskap.
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Visit Glimma
Combine your visit to the Hamsun Centre with a visit to Glimma. This idyllic hike takes you round the bay of Glimma near Presteid/Oppeid. You can experience the powerful Lesma ocean current and wonderful views of the mountains in outer Hamarøy. You will pass a 1,000-year-old portage at Drag and several nice places to rest along the way.
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Ulvsvågskaret – the gateway to outer Hamarøy
Summer and winter, Ulvsvåg and Ulvsvågskaret are the starting point for many great trips. In the summer time, this is the ultimate place for a midnight sun hike. In the winter, Ulvsvågskaret ski center sets up kilometers of paved light trails with a campfire site, fire pit and toboggan run. How about a ski trip under the northern lights?
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The seven tidal currents at Ness
We recommend combining your visit to Skutvik with walking the Straumstien (Tidal trail). This gentle, easy-to-walk route is surrounded by the steep mountains of Steigen and Hamarøy and one of the world’s strongest ocean currents. This rich cultural landscape has cultural relics dating from the Bronze Age through to the present day. Perhaps you will find one of the many pre-Christian burial mounds or the 5,000-year-old settlement?
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Summit hike up Hatten
There are many summit hikes on offer in Hamarøy. One of the most popular is Hatten. If you reach the summit, you will be rewarded with one of the best viewpoints in North Salten, including panoramic views of the Vestfjord and the Lofoten mountains. Hatten is the highest peak in the wonderful mountain range, with Bjønnkjeften in the east and Tilthornet in the west, between the villages of Ulvsvåg and Storjord.
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Borrow free outdoor gear
Are you a family keen to experience the great outdoors? Through our BUA in Oppeid, we offer free loan of hiking and outdoor recreation gear. Download our hiking map for signposted trails. We have a wide variety of gear available from fishing rods and canoes to lavvu tents. If the weather is poor, you can visit our pleasant library. Welcome to Hamarøy!
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