Sørfold
Sørfold
Welcome to Sørfold. Go on a fishing trip on the fjord by veteran boat, hike in wild and beautiful Rago National Park or enjoy peace and quiet at a mountain lake. The landscape is rich in contrasts, including high mountain peaks, deep fjords and beautiful waterfalls.
Sørfold is a national park municipality and an outdoor recreation paradise. You can hike in beautiful rolling and mountain landscapes, admire mirror-like fjords and climb spectacular mountain peaks.
Recommended attractions and experiences in Sørfold:
- Rago National Park – Explore part of Europe’s largest wilderness area.
- Røsvik– Visit a beautiful church, trading post and coastal fort.
- Rørstad– This abandoned gem has no road link. Access by boat only. Visit the cruciform church dating from 1761, which hosts two church services each summer. Groups can book tours such as a fishing trip and cultural experience with Salten Veteranbåtlag, which includes a visit to Rørstad.
- The Crofter’s Cottage at Kjelvik– This vibrant and authentic museum has roots from the 18th century.
- Gjerdalen– This valley is the municipality’s most attractive outdoor recreation area.
- War history– See traces of Second World War railway construction.
- Kobbelv Vertshus– This inn is a popular meeting place on the E6 highway. Sale of local handicrafts upstairs during the summer season.
- Engan-Ørnes– This cultural landscape is a miniature version of Northern Norway.
- Strøksnes– This idyllic village has a gorgeous harbour area.
- Boat trip – Experience Sørfold from the sea on a boat trip run by Salten Veteranbåtlag (Salten Veteran Boat Association).
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