With it’s thousands of islands, islets, and skerries, the island municipality of Herøy is perfect for those who want an active seaside vacation.
Herøy is an group of islands off Sandnessjøen, with several larger inhabited islands and thousands of smaller islands and islets in a beautiful archipelago. In the low coastal landscape, there is little to obstruct the midnight sun in the summer or the northern lights in the winter, or the view of the magnificent mountains such as Dønnamannen and De Syv Søstre to the north and east.
The island group is considered one of Norway’s best areas for kayaking. The extensive archipelago offers a myriad of shallow water areas, narrow straits, sheltered bays, and coves with beaches just waiting to be explored by paddlers. The low landscape and sheltered sea also make the area highly suitable for kiting and windsurfing, as you can enjoy good sailing winds without the sea becoming too rough.
With bridge connections between most of the major islands and the neighboring island of Dønna, Herøy is ideal for those who want to bring their bicycles on vacation. The beautiful coastal landscape is easy to cycle through, and with the option to choose long distances, the area is well-suited for both leisurely and challenging bike rides.
Source: Visit Helgeland