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Tampen Café on Kvarøy

At the edge of the pier on Indre Kvarøy, you’ll find the bustling life at Tampen Café—a surprisingly urban lunch spot in the midst of an exciting, small coastal community. Read More

Itinerary: Six Days of Food and Coastal Culture
European Capital of Culture Bodø 2024: Exciting Events in Helgeland

Sauna in Træna’s Old Boathouse

Get warm in the wood-fired sauna inside Træna’s oldest boathouse, then cool off with a refreshing dip in the crystal-clear sea just outside. Træna’s oldest boathouse has been transformed into a cosy sauna and a shared space for gatherings. From the sauna, you can step straight down into the sea. It’s heated with a traditional wood-burning stove. Read More

Itinerary: One week on a blissful bike adventure

A cycling adventure: Torghatten – the iconic mountain with a hole in it

Bård Løken Torghatten i Brønnøysund Hear the sounds from the sea and enjoy the coastal landscape on this nice bike ride from Brønnøysund to the legendary mountain Torghatten on the island Torget. Key info Length one way: 15 kmDuration one way: 1-2 hoursBike rental:… Read More

Itinerary: Island hopping on the summer route

Cycling tour: Cultural exploration on the island Dønna

Kristoffer Møllevik / Visit Helgeland This cultural tour takes you on a delightful journey across the island of Dønna, with enriching cultural and historical stops scattered like treasures along the way. Key info Difficulty Level:Easy with an e-bike and/or spread across two days in good weather.Moderate if… Read More

Tømmerstua – A year-round log house at Strandli Farm

Stay in an authentic log house at the foot of Børgefjell national park, overlooking the national park and the mountain landscape of Fiplingdalen. At the mountain farm Strandli, you can spend the night in peaceful surroundings at Tømmerstua, with views of the lakes below and majestic Børgefjell behind. Enjoy farm life, visit the dairy, fish in the lake, or explore the mountains – summer or winter. Tømmerstua Tømmerstua is a charming guesthouse from 1870 with five double rooms and two bathrooms. You'll be greeted with comfortable, made-up beds and a fully equipped kitchen for self-catering. Outside, relax in a sunny seating area by the fire pit or head down to Lake Fiplingvatnet for a swim or some fishing. The farm sells cheese and other homemade products, often offering a taste or two from their own produce. Read More

Jettehuset Bed & Breakfast – A Cozy Place to Stay on Sleneset

Jettehuset B&B is a charming guesthouse on Sleneset in the Solværøyene island group on the Helgeland coast. The guesthouse offers comfortable rooms and warm hospitality in an authentic old Nordland house. In the middle of the Solværøyene on the island of Sleneset, surrounded by sea and sky, lies Jettehuset B&B – a place for tranquility, nature experiences, and authentic coastal living. Here you wake up to birdsong and ocean views, with the midnight sun in summer and the northern lights in winter. The guesthouse is also home to Kora, who is the host, along with her Norwegian Lundehund, Birk. Jettehuset has three cozy guest rooms available for daily, weekly, or monthly stays. The rooms have access to shared bathrooms, a living room, and a kitchen. It’s the perfect place to unwind, find peace, and enjoy the quiet—whether you're here for work or a well-earned holiday. Read More