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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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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
Ulvsvåg and Ulvsvågskaret are the starting point for many wonderful hiking/skiing trips. In the summertime, this is the ultimate place for a Midnight Sun hike. During the wintertime, Ulvsvågskaret skisenter has miles of prepared cross-county ski trails and a fireplace, fire pan and sledging hill. How about skiing 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.
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Camping in Hamarøy
Planning to stay in your camper van or caravan? Welcome to one of our seven camping grounds spread throughout our municipality. You can stock up on groceries at one of our six local grocery stores – most of which have a small café where you can meet the locals. Remember when you ask a local of Hamarøy for help, you will always get a nice answer.
Welcome to Hamarøy!
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