Welcome to Helgeland – where Arctic Norway begins

This is the land of the midnight sun and the northern lights. An untamed land of myths and legends, trolls and giants. A captivating land of timeless beauty, with thousands of islands, a rugged coastline, deep fjords and mythical mountains.

Where fishermen and farmers, reindeer herders, eider guardians and boat builders made their homes. In the cozy villages and small towns of Helgeland, where you’ll still meet them to this very day.

Come and experience the wild beauty and rich cultural heritage.

The real people, the real places, and the unforgettable experiences that will make memories for a lifetime.

Let us help you plan your journey to this remarkable corner of Arctic Norway.

10 unforgettable islands

Come join us where sky and sea meet, and coastal communities welcome you into sheltered harbours with open doors. Experience the hospitality that has greeted generations of fishermen and travellers. Get a feel for the island’s slower pace of life, and discover the big experiences in the small moments.

Find your island
Summer in Helgeland

A summer holiday in Helgeland means enjoying the midnight sun and summer evenings that never end. It means steady steps as you hiking the trails of the mountain wilderness, a refreshing swim in the sea, good food and refreshments with friends, and the warm hospitality of the Helgelanders. Join us and discover the magic that awaits you here!

Plan your summer holiday in Helgeland

On the road to good food

Three exceptional dining experiences that will take a visit to Helgeland to a new level.

Find your dining experience
Are you looking for something out of the ordinary? Find unique places to stay
Festivals in Helgeland

There are many festivals that can easily be combined with a holiday in Helgeland. Here are some of the biggest ones.

Plan your festival‑filled summer
Kystriksveien – National Tourist Route Helgeland Coast

The road that connects the Helgeland coast is considered one of the world’s most scenic drives – and that’s not just something people in Helgeland say. It appears on National Geographic’s list of the world’s 101 most beautiful road trips, and Lonely Planet highlights it as one of the top ten experiences to have in Norway.

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About Visit Helgeland

Visit Helgeland is the official destination company for the Helgeland region, owned by all 19 municipalities. We work to develop and promote Helgeland as a year‑round destination in a responsible and sustainable way, so that tourism creates positive ripple effects and local value for communities, the travel industry, and nature. This is what we call regenerative tourism.

The goal of the website is to be the best tool for planning a trip to Helgeland. It presents all tourism businesses that collaborate with Visit Helgeland in a balanced way, and the recommendations you find here are based on the companies and experiences considered most relevant for the pages where they appear. This ensures that guests receive advice that fits their journey.

As the region’s destination company, we maintain close dialogue with the municipalities. This helps ensure that the places and routes highlighted are areas that can handle visitor traffic, so that we contribute to responsible visitor management across the region. It also means that you as guests can trust that you are welcome when following the guidance on our website.

Our internal booking system is provided by GoTo Hub.
When you book through us, you are connected with local businesses through our chosen booking system provided by GoTo Hub, without the extra costs of large international booking platforms. This means safer bookings for you, and that more of the value stays with the tourism operators and local communities here in Helgeland.

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