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Vegaøyan is an archipelago of 6500 islands, islets and skerries. The main island of this municipality is Vega;…
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The Vega islands
VegaVegaøyan is an archipelago of 6500 islands, islets and skerries. The main island of this municipality is Vega;…
It's only a 20 minute walk up to coastal Norway's most famous landmark. The 160 m long, 35 m high and 15 m…
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Torghatten mountain walk
BRØNNØYSUNDIt's only a 20 minute walk up to coastal Norway's most famous landmark. The 160 m long, 35 m high and 15 m…
The Seven Sisters form a majestic chain of peaks overlooking the shipping channel plied by the Hurtigruten.…
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The Seven Sisters mountain range in Alstahaug
SandnessjøenThe Seven Sisters form a majestic chain of peaks overlooking the shipping channel plied by the Hurtigruten.…
The DNT cabin Rabothytta is dramatically situated at 1200 metres altitude, on the very edge of the…
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Raboyhytta - the most impressive DNT cabin in Norway
KorgenThe DNT cabin Rabothytta is dramatically situated at 1200 metres altitude, on the very edge of the…
The spectacular Helgeland-steps are located on Øyfjellet, the beautiful town mountain of Mosjøen. To this date…
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Helgelandstrappa (Helgeland-steps)
MosjøenThe spectacular Helgeland-steps are located on Øyfjellet, the beautiful town mountain of Mosjøen. To this date…
Svartisen is the second-largest glacier on mainland Norway, and 60 glacier tongues extend into the surrounding…
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Svartisen glacier
Svartisen is the second-largest glacier on mainland Norway, and 60 glacier tongues extend into the surrounding…
At the heart of Nordland County, in the geographic middle of Norway, is the friendly town of Mosjøen. Here you…
Go to: Mosjøen via ferrata - the first in Northern Norway
Mosjøen via ferrata - the first in Northern Norway
MosjøenAt the heart of Nordland County, in the geographic middle of Norway, is the friendly town of Mosjøen. Here you…
At the heart of Nordland County, in the geographic middle of Norway, is the friendly town of Mosjøen. On…
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Mosjøen Zip-line
MosjøenAt the heart of Nordland County, in the geographic middle of Norway, is the friendly town of Mosjøen. On…
In the summer, when the sun barely sinks below the horizon, you can enjoy the sights of Helgeland around the…
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Helgeland’s most beautiful cycling adventures
SandnessjøenIn the summer, when the sun barely sinks below the horizon, you can enjoy the sights of Helgeland around the…
Fru Haugans Hotel in Mosjøen is North Norway's oldest hotel, and has been in operation since 1794. The hotel…
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Fru Haugans Hotel
MOSJØENFru Haugans Hotel in Mosjøen is North Norway's oldest hotel, and has been in operation since 1794. The hotel…
105 reviews
Lovund is one of Norway's most vibrant island communities, beautifully located on the outskirts of the…
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Lovund Hotell
LOVUNDLovund is one of Norway's most vibrant island communities, beautifully located on the outskirts of the…
11 reviews
North on the island Dønna lies this historic farm. Once a powerful farm, today a pleasant place for…
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Dønnes farm
DØNNANorth on the island Dønna lies this historic farm. Once a powerful farm, today a pleasant place for…
The picturesque old trading post of Støtt offers some of Helgeland’s most beautiful and unique holiday…
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Støtt in Meløy - Top of Helgeland
StøttThe picturesque old trading post of Støtt offers some of Helgeland’s most beautiful and unique holiday…
Are you looking for a unique experience? An experience where nature and culture meet and leaves an impression…
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Sæterstad Gård
HattfjelldalAre you looking for a unique experience? An experience where nature and culture meet and leaves an impression…
Many places can offer you seaside accommodation – Helgeland Havhus actually offers you a holiday home…
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Helgeland Havhus in Tomma
HusbyMany places can offer you seaside accommodation – Helgeland Havhus actually offers you a holiday home…
Hildurs Urterarium is far more than a restaurant. It is a lush oasis imbued with life and personality,…
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Hildurs Urterarium – culinary adventures
BRØNNØYSUNDHildurs Urterarium is far more than a restaurant. It is a lush oasis imbued with life and personality,…
Fine dining restaurant at the waterfront. Customised menu each evening based on fresh fish from the Helgeland…
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Torghatten StrandRestaurant
BRØNNØYSUNDFine dining restaurant at the waterfront. Customised menu each evening based on fresh fish from the Helgeland…
6 reviews
The farm cafe 3 Kalver (3 calfs) on the island Dønna serves food base don local traditions and with local…
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3 Kalver - Restaurant/Cafe on Dønna
DØNNAThe farm cafe 3 Kalver (3 calfs) on the island Dønna serves food base don local traditions and with local…
In 1885, Ellen Haugan acquired a reputation for good food and excellent service. Today the family-run hotel…
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Restaurant Ellen
MosjøenIn 1885, Ellen Haugan acquired a reputation for good food and excellent service. Today the family-run hotel…
At Vefsna Lodge you will find Emmas Kammers (Emma’s Chamber), a restaurant that offers delicious homemade…
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Vefsna Lodge
TroforsAt Vefsna Lodge you will find Emmas Kammers (Emma’s Chamber), a restaurant that offers delicious homemade…
In the village of Utskarpen, between Mo i Rana and Nesna, Elise and Marius established a culinary attraction…
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“To Elise from Marius” – from farm to table
UtskarpenIn the village of Utskarpen, between Mo i Rana and Nesna, Elise and Marius established a culinary attraction…
When you stay at Topcamp Havblikk at Nesna, you have access to varied activities that you can enjoy with…
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Topcamp Havblikk Helgeland – good food and lodging at Nesna
NesnaWhen you stay at Topcamp Havblikk at Nesna, you have access to varied activities that you can enjoy with…
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Vegaøyan is an archipelago of 6500 islands, islets and skerries. The main island of this municipality is Vega; also Omnøy and Ylvingen have year-round…
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It's only a 20 minute walk up to coastal Norway's most famous landmark. The 160 m long, 35 m high and 15 m wide hole through the Torghatten mountain…
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The Seven Sisters form a majestic chain of peaks overlooking the shipping channel plied by the Hurtigruten. Thrusting their heads 1,000 metres above…
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The spectacular Helgeland-steps are located on Øyfjellet, the beautiful town mountain of Mosjøen. To this date it consists of about 3000 steps.
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Svartisen is the second-largest glacier on mainland Norway, and 60 glacier tongues extend into the surrounding valleys. One of the most visited is…
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At the heart of Nordland County, in the geographic middle of Norway, is the friendly town of Mosjøen. Here you can join Naturlige Helgeland on an…
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At the heart of Nordland County, in the geographic middle of Norway, is the friendly town of Mosjøen. On Storfjellet, right near Øyfjellet just…
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In the summer, when the sun barely sinks below the horizon, you can enjoy the sights of Helgeland around the clock, setting your own pace as you…
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You are invited to join Helgeland Kayak on a guided excursion near Mo i Rana. Choose a kayak trip that lets you see the town’s highlights from a…
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The UNESCO-listed Vega Islands have been named one of the world’s top undiscovered island gems.
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Lofoten is known for excellent fishing, nature attractions such as the northern lights and the midnight sun, and small villages off the beaten track.…
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Far above the Arctic Circle, the North Cape offers arctic adventures like dog sledding under the northern lights, and never-ending daylight in the…
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Get ready for an Arctic adventure with whale watching, cool museums, hiking and snowshoeing. In Vesterålen, you can combine wow experiences with…
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The Svalbard Islands are located in the Arctic Ocean, halfway between Norway and the North Pole. Here, you will find untouched arctic wilderness and…
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Teeming bird rocks in Hornøya, a snow hotel, dramatic war stories and a witch monument in Vardø are among the attractions awaiting…
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Join a dogsled expedition, learn to throw a lasso, and experience the Sami culture first hand in Karasjok and Kautokeino.
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Go hiking and kayaking under the midnight sun, or skiing and dog sledding under the northern lights. Or simply kick back and enjoy some of the most…
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An urban gem on a barren, mostly uninhabited coast, Hammerfest is an Arctic city full of life and outdoor adventure.
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Lyngenfjord and the Lyngsalpene mountain range are an Arctic area full of exotic and family-friendly outdoor activities that offer pure,…
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Kystriksveien is one of the most scenic drives in the world. Along the road you can climb the mountains Torghatten and De syv søstre,…
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By train
The Nordland Line is named one of the world’s most beautiful train journeys by Lonely Planet and runs from Trondheim to Bodø. The train journey from Trondheim to Mosjøen takes about 5 hours, while the trip to Mo i Rana takes 6 hours. Trains from Bodø take 3 hours to Mo i Rana, and 4 hours to Mosjøen.
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By bus
There are frequent bus services between the coast of Helgeland and many inland destinations.
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By boat
Several express boats and ferries take you between the destinations at the Helgeland coast.
The famous Hurtigruten calls at Rørvik, Brønnøysund, Sandnessjøen, Nesna, Ørnes, and Bodø twice a day.
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By car
The E6 runs the length of Helgeland and is the most direct route northwards.
If you want to drive the scenic route, choose the Norwegian Scenic Route Helgelandskysten (“the Coastal Route”, Rv17) which stretches from Steinkjer to Bodø. Note that this road includes several ferry crossing.
You can also reach the Helgeland coast via Tosenvegen (Fv76), Mosjøen (Fv 78) or Mo i Rana (E12).
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By plane
There are direct flights from Oslo to Brønnøysund and Sandnessjøen.
There are also direct flights from Trondheim and Bodø to Brønnøysund, Sandnessjøen, Mosjøen, and Mo i Rana.
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Local travel
Several buses run between the larger destinations in Helgeland.
A number of ferries and express boats are ready to transport you between the destinations along the Norwegian Scenic Route Helgelandskysten (Rv17), and to and from the islands off the coast.
Check out Travel Pass Nordland and travel with express boat, ferry, and bus for a seven days without extra cost!
Tips from locals: Things to do in Northern Norway
Fishing trips. Chasing the northern lights. Being outdoors, under the midnight sun. Here, 13 locals share their favourite things to do in Northern Norway.
Exciting caves and caverns
A hole through a mountain, underground labyrinths, and a mysterious cave by the sea! Explore Norway’s most impressive caves – with or without a guide.
Go island hopping along the Helgeland coast
From car- and shop-free Fleinvær to uber-cool Træna, here are the places you don't want to miss when island hopping in Northern Norway.
13 scenic bike rides
Cycling is definitely one of the best ways to see the spectacular Norwegian nature in your own pace. Here are 13 of the most stunning bike routes in the country.
Top 10 places to paddle in Norway
The Norwegian coastline is varied, spectacular, and a paradise for everyone who loves the ocean breeze. If you really want to get close to nature, grab an ore and explore some of the ten best places to go kayaking in Norway, according to Olympic medallist Eirik Verås Larsen.
11 stairways to heaven
Check out some of Norway’s most spectacular hiking steps! Mountain stairways make it both easier and safer to reach the top – and give you a good workout.
These are Norway’s UNESCO sites
From ancient petroglyphs to mighty fjord landscapes and early industrial sites: Nine Norwegian landmarks and areas are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List of the world’s most important natural and cultural sites.
Where Norwegians go
Ask Norwegians where you should spend your holiday, and you will get extremely diverse answers. Find your new favourite destination in this list.
10 lesser-known Instagram-friendly spots
Want your holiday to stand out on Instagram? Let professional hiker Andreas Orset introduce you to some of Norway’s most photogenic spots – that not so many people know about.
Top 5 cycling routes in Norway – according to Thor Hushovd
Thor Hushovd is considered the greatest Norwegian cyclist of all time. Here, he takes a rare break to talk about his preferred road cycle routes in Norwegian nature.
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