The wild nature of the Lofoten Islands is just as beautiful in winter as the rest of the year, especially when the northern lights come out at night. Every outing in the region is framed by rugged mountain tops that rise straight from the sea.
Winter in the Lofoten Islands comes in thousands of colours that present a visual enjoyment of contrasts, hues and tones. The experience is even stronger at night, when the flickering northern lights in the sky are reflected in the sea.
For a thousand years, fishermen have come to Lofoten from near and far to take part in the renowned cod winter fishing. It is a living history that is confirmed by the numerous typical fish drying racks in the villages.
Lofoten is situated just beneath the auroral oval, a belt of light that encircles the geomagnetic poles and provides some of the best chances for seeing the northern lights.
Get to know Lofoten’s colourful fishing villages with the characteristic “rorbuer” (fishermen’s cabins), local handicrafts, and rich history that dates back to the Vikings. It is easy to get to the Lofoten Islands.
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MoreNordic touring skis up to the highest peak in our mountains or nice and easy snowshoe hikes on paths use for…
Lofoten Kajakk offers seakayaktrips with guide all year through. Courses approved by BCU and NPF.
MoreLofoten Kajakk offers seakayaktrips with guide all year through. Courses approved by BCU and NPF.
Our fishing cutter MS Symra and experienced professional fishermen are ready to take you out to the fishing…
MoreOur fishing cutter MS Symra and experienced professional fishermen are ready to take you out to the fishing…
Good local knowledge and 10 years of experience provide us with the necessary expertise to tailor fantastic…
MoreGood local knowledge and 10 years of experience provide us with the necessary expertise to tailor fantastic…
Northern lights trip To stand beneath the dark sky, only lit up and colored by the beautiful northern lights.…
MoreNorthern lights trip To stand beneath the dark sky, only lit up and colored by the beautiful northern lights.…
Northern lights trip To stand beneath the dark sky, only lit up and colored by the beautiful northern lights.…
MoreNorthern lights trip To stand beneath the dark sky, only lit up and colored by the beautiful northern lights.…
Rib-trip to bird cliffs, gannet colony, Eagle safari. Trip to Mostad - known for the special dog "Lundehunden"
MoreRib-trip to bird cliffs, gannet colony, Eagle safari. Trip to Mostad - known for the special dog "Lundehunden"
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MoreEliassen Rorbuer is a holiday resort with fishermen’s cabins, enjoying the longest tradition in the tourist…
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MoreThe Arctic Garden is an old property, consisting of a big charming wooden villa, surrounded by a huge garden,…
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MoreEnjoy a fantastic scenery and a far-reaching sea view from our accommodation offer. Ballstad Rorbuer is ideal…
Lydersen Rorbuer is part of the living, breathing fishing village of Fredvang on the Moskenes island in the…
MoreLydersen Rorbuer is part of the living, breathing fishing village of Fredvang on the Moskenes island in the…
The charming port of Ballstad with its small marina, supermarket, restaurant & café is just five-minute drive…
MoreThe charming port of Ballstad with its small marina, supermarket, restaurant & café is just five-minute drive…
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MoreWe invite you to be our guest at Villa Ballstad. Villa Ballstad Guest House is a pleasant alternative to hotel…
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MoreHenningsvær Rorbuer has 26 fishermans cabins (Rorbu) for rent, and it has always been of the utmost importance…
Kabelvåg Feriehus & Camping is an old tenant smallholding with a main house, cowhouse and Nordland-style…
MoreKabelvåg Feriehus & Camping is an old tenant smallholding with a main house, cowhouse and Nordland-style…
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MoreLofoten Rorbuer located in a tranquil setting on the seashore. We offer affordable accommodation in beautiful…
Welcome to Thon Hotel Lofoten - a new and top modern conference hotel in Svolvær, the hearth of Lofoten!
MoreWelcome to Thon Hotel Lofoten - a new and top modern conference hotel in Svolvær, the hearth of Lofoten!
Our hotel is situated 150 meter from the arrival point of the Hurtigruten.
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MoreIn the western part of Lofoten, at the mouth of Reinefjord, lies the fishing village of Reine, where the…
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MoreAnker Brygge is one of Lofotens finest resorts for accomodation, recreation, food and adventures. Only 200…
Fast Hotel Lofoten is a budget hotel with smart and easy solutions. We provide you 22 comfortable rooms
MoreFast Hotel Lofoten is a budget hotel with smart and easy solutions. We provide you 22 comfortable rooms
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MoreFotobrygga is idyllically located directly on the dock when you arrive at one of the most beautiful islands in…
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MoreHemmingodden is centrally located on Ballstadøy, 200 m from the local grocery store. The lodge gets plenty of…
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MoreLofoten Arctic Hotel is located in the world's most famous fishing village Henningsvær, Our Hotel Skata is…
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MoreThe Lofoten Holiday Centre offers camping cabins in Svolvær, Lofoten. The Centre is an idyllic spot near the…
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MoreLofoten Rorbuferie is located at the pier in Kabelvåg. With boat rental and the ocean nearby (only 50 meter),…
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MoreLofoten Værøy Brygge has 13 hotel rooms, 1 apartment, two large fishing huts sleeping up to 18 pcs. and 5…
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MoreNyvågar Rorbuhotell is right in the middle of that special, quiet moment that you always long for, beautifully…
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MoreSjøstrand Rorbuer ,Børge Iversen AS Accommodation in Rorbuer and our specialities is Fishing Trips into the…
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MoreTyskhella Rorbuferie is situated in the centre of Kabelvåg, overlooking the Vestfjord and Kabelvåg.
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MoreHenningsvær Bryggehotell is situated at the quayside of the largest fishing village in Lofoten, even today the…
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MoreBudget accommodation at beautiful, wild and quiet Mærvoll, Vestvågøy, Lofoten islands. Un paysage bizarre,…
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MoreSituated on the outskirts of Lofoten, in the village Ramberg, you find us by a beautiful kilometre long sandy…
Welcome to Scandic Svolvær - situated on the docks in the city centre of Svolvær - the Capitol of Lofoten!
MoreWelcome to Scandic Svolvær - situated on the docks in the city centre of Svolvær - the Capitol of Lofoten!
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MoreWe offer accommodation in Lodges by Hov Beach (1 km from Lofoten Links) and 3 simpler apartments and one…
Cabin for 4 people, one bedroom living room, kitchenette and bathroom. Located 40 meters from the clubhouse…
MoreCabin for 4 people, one bedroom living room, kitchenette and bathroom. Located 40 meters from the clubhouse…
Welcome to our Hotel situated in the heart of the village Henningsvær.
Statles Rorbu- og Konferansesenter is situated in the fishing village Mortsund, in the centre of the Lofoten…
MoreStatles Rorbu- og Konferansesenter is situated in the fishing village Mortsund, in the centre of the Lofoten…
Best Western Lofoten Hotell lies in the centre of Leknes, at the heart of Lofoten.
Spectacular nature, silence, midnight sun, northern light, storm, breathtaking sea and mountain view, fishing…
MoreSpectacular nature, silence, midnight sun, northern light, storm, breathtaking sea and mountain view, fishing…
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MoreWe have two different types of lodges. Our Luxury standard has ensuite bathrooms to hotel standard with each…
Røst Bryggehotell is a modern hotel which lays close to the pier with a great view of the ocean and the great…
MoreRøst Bryggehotell is a modern hotel which lays close to the pier with a great view of the ocean and the great…
Our Luxury standard lodge has ensuite bathrooms to hotel standard with each room. All lodges have a living…
MoreOur Luxury standard lodge has ensuite bathrooms to hotel standard with each room. All lodges have a living…
With the Norway Lights app you can check out the best times to see the northern light in your area.
Get in-depth travel information on Lofoten’s official website.
There are daily trains all year between Stockholm, Kiruna, and Narvik. From there, you can catch buses to the Lofoten Islands.
There are also trains from Oslo via Trondheim and Fauske to Bodø. From Trondheim, the train takes around 10 hours to Bodø. From Bodø, you can take a ferry or speedboat to Lofoten.
There are daily scheduled express passenger boats operating all year between Bodø, Svolvær, and Værøy.
There are car ferries from Bodø to several places in Lofoten and between some of the islands in the archipelago.
The Norwegian Coastal Voyage Hurtigruten calls at daily Stamsund and Svolvær in Lofoten.
There are public buses every day from Narvik, Bodø, and Harstad to Svolvær.
If you choose to go by car, there are several options of getting to and from Lofoten.
A boat-free connection in the north of the archipelago takes you between the mainland and Lofoten.
The E10 (King Olav V’s road) is the main road connecting the Lofoten archipelago from west to east. Travelling by public transport requires some planning, especially if you want to go anywhere off the E10, so check the timetables carefully.
There are frequent and regular flights to Bodø Airport, Harstad/Narvik Airport, Svolvær Airport, Leknes Airport, and Røst Airport.
Flight time from Oslo to Bodø is approximately 1,5 hours and an additional 20–30 minutes from there to Lofoten.
There is also a helicopter service between Bodø and Værøy.
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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. Kayak between the islands or go fishing for the catch of your life.
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