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Storytelling, legends and stories about the Northern Lights.

Storytelling, legends and stories about the Northern Lights. Photo: Rodrigo/LofotenGolfLinks Read more: Nordlys 2
Storytelling, legends and stories about the Northern Lights. Photo: Rodrigo/LofotenGolfLinks
Read more: Nordlys 2

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Description

Join us for a magical experience at the Viking amphitheatre
in Hov. Sitting around an open fire, we will share stories about
the Northern Lights and the people who lived here in former
times. What role did and do the Northern Lights play in beliefs
and everyday life, myths and legends? This is an evocative and
educational experience.

Facilities

  • Season

    • winter (15.10-07.04)

Categories

  • Nature attractions Nature attractions
  • Guided tours Guided tours
  • Sightseeing Sightseeing

Distance


Hov on the island of Gimsøy, 45 km south-west of Svolvær and 50 km north-east of Leknes. Follow Highway E10 turning off at Sundklakkbrua bridge or Gimsøybrua bridge on the island of Gimsøy.
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