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Nordland Theatre - Magical Moments

Nordland Theatre offers magical moments that may leave a lifelong impression. The theatre is situated right in the centre of Mo i Rana. This is regularly the venue for new and exciting performances, with the Winter Light Festival (Vinterlysfestivalen); the highlight of the year. The troupe of actors frequently travels, offering their performances throughout Nordland County.Their base, however, is in the town of Mo i Rana, and something creative is always happening in the theatre building. There are four different stages here; in addition to plays you can experience a great variety of performances as well as concerts. Throughout the year, the events calendar of Mo i Rana draws visitors and locals to its many cultural offerings, large and small. Read More

Sure Hotel by Best Western Ole Tobias

Sure Hotel by Best Western Ole Tobias offers accommodation in the town centre of Mo i Rana. The hotel is decorated with details from Norway’s railway history. Breakfast is served in “Spisevogna” (the Dining Car). Hotel Ole Tobias is a small and cozy hotel offering an intimate and homely atmosphere. The hotel is named after Ole Tobias Olsen the «father» of the railway in northern Norway and is decorated with details from the city ’s railway history. The 30 rooms are named after old railway stations. Read More

8770 Træna

If you visit Husøya, the main island in the Træna archipelago, consider staying at the cosy little hotel called 8770 Træna. Træna is a vibrant community, and here you will find good dining as well as strikingly beautiful scenery. The archipelago of Træna is far from the mainland and is surrounded by open seas. Træna has been inhabited since the Stone Age; today you will experience a thriving and creative community of optimist islanders. You really don’t need a car to enjoy your visit to these islands. On Husøya you can walk along well-marked paths and lightly trafficked roads, visit the Petter Dass chapel, and at day’s end relax in a sauna by the sea. Read More

Korgen Camping - An idyll by the Røssåga River

Korgen Camping is idyllically situated on the river Røssåga, which since time immemorial has provided excellent salmon fishing. The campsite offers a tranquil family-friendly holiday stay. Situated midway between the towns of Mosjøen and Mo i Rana, the site is secluded from highway E6. With the river Røssåga flowing quietly along the campground, you don't have to go far to fish. The river is known for its excellent salmon and trout fishing, and the campground's stretch is well-equipped with pathways and shelters with fireplaces. Read More

The Romantic House on Herøy

Det Romantiske Huset (“the Romantic House”) offers charming accommodation in tranquil surroundings by the sea, on Herøy on the Helgeland coast. The panorama is magnificent, spanning from the Seven Sisters mountains in the south to the peak called Dønnamannen in the north. Holiday adventures available here include kayaking, RIB sea rafting excursions, fishing, hiking, cycling and island hopping. Watching the red evening sky reflected in the sea, while deer peacefully graze in the garden, is simply a magical experience. It’s one of many such moments often described by guests who have stayed here. Read More

3 Kalver - Hearty dining at a farm restaurant

The farm restaurant called 3 Kalver (Three Calves), situated on the island of Dønna, offers satisfying dining in distinctive surroundings. The menu proudly features dishes based on quality local ingredients. When traveling between Dønna and Sandnessjøen or Herøy, the farm restaurant is a natural stopping point, conveniently located in the center of Dønna. Here, you can enjoy good food in charming surroundings. If you arrive with a camper or caravan, they may have designated spaces available for you near the restaurant. They also provide charging stations for electric cars. If you prefer a small apartment to stay in, you can try out the unique apartment located in the barn beneath the farm café. Read More

Hattfjelldal Hotell - GoExtreme

This hotel, located just outside the village centre, enjoys a fantastic view of Hattfjelldal, a picturesque community in the mountains of Helgeland. With the hotel as your summer base, you have comfortable accommodation, perhaps while fishing some of the 2000 lakes in the area, or hiking to the top of Hatten or some of the other nearby peaks. In the winter, you can explore Hattfjelldal’s 360 km of snowmobile trails. The hotel The hotel offers 6 standard double rooms, and 4 double rooms with an extra bed. Guests may also relax in one of the common lounges. breakfast is included and it is possible to order food at other times of the day. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. The hotel annex has several additional rooms, each with a private bathroom. The annex has a TV lounge – and there is free wifi throughout this building as well. If you would like, you can book a private lounge adjacent to your room. You can also book the sauna or Jacuzzi. The hotel is open year round. Read More

Ristning-Tjaalege, Vevelstad museum and bygdetun

Not far from the Forvik ferry terminal lies the new museum building Ristning–Tjaalege and the local heritage site, side by side with Vevelstad Church. Around the museum, you can find intriguing ancient monuments such as rock art (petroglyphs) and burial mounds from the Iron Age. Bjorg… Read More

Sømna Bygdetun - An open-air museum

Sømna Bygdetun highlights how the lives of fishermen-farmers and their families changed in the course of the years 1800–1950. The open-air museum is located next to Sømna Church in Gamle Vik, a church site dating back to the medieval period. The main focus is on agriculture and culinary culture, reflected in the architecture and exhibits. The garden, originally established in 1912, has been reconstructed and can be visited along with the kitchen garden, which features ancient grain varieties, traditional crops, herbs, and vegetables. Read More

Norwegian Aquaculture Centre - A salmon success story

The Norwegian Aquaculture Centre is beautifully situated by Toftsundet. The actual fish farm is reached by a gangway from the shore. This is the place to learn more about the fascinating life cycle of salmon, and the pioneering work that made Norwegian aquaculture such an international success. The success story of salmon farming Knowledgeable guides will lead you on a journey through the many chapters of modern fish farming, and the story’s environmental context. The tour makes use of mini-aquariums as well as underwater cameras. You will witness feeding, hear about the development of salmon from fertilised fish egg to sexual maturity, and see how it is cared for during the various stages of its life. Naturally you are welcome to visit at any time of the year. Read More