When you are on holiday in Helgeland, there are many tempting festivals. Here are some of the biggest ones. Træna Festival One of the most exciting ways to experience the Helgeland coast is to attend the Træna Festival, one of the most amazing cultural events in Northern Norway. Read More
Dønna Rorbuer Bøteriet, situated on the quay in beautiful surroundings on the island of Dønna, offers good dining in charming surroundings, accommodation and guided boat trips. Here you will find comfortable accommodation, as well as good food and refreshments. You can sign up for a boat trip in a traditional Nordland boat, rent your own boat and go fishing, or go kayaking. Right outside the door are several hiking trails. If you stay here, you’ll be quite near Dønna’s best-known attractions. Read More
Torghatten Strandrestaurant is magnificently situated at the foot of the legendary mountain Torghatten, 15 km from the Brønnøysund town centre. Time and again travellers are delighted to discover this beautiful seaside restaurant and its terrific fjord view. Dine on the best local ingredients The restaurant is part of Torghatten Camping; it lies right on the Torgfjord, at the foot of Torghatten. The chef takes pride in preparing dishes crafted using carefully selected local ingredients, which of course means the menu varies with the seasons. Read More
The venerable Fru Haugans Hotel, part of the "Heimr Collection" chain, is located at the end of Sjøgata, the historic and preserved district in the center of Mosjøen. Fru Haugans has been offering food and accommodation to travelers since 1794. With the hotel as your base, you are within easy reach of great hiking destinations and other activities both in the mountainous region of Helgeland and along the Helgeland coast. Read More
Myken is a small fishing community far from the mainland. The islands of this archipelago have no car traffic – in fact the main island has less than one kilometre of road. Myken invites you to experience its island scenery, the ever-changing sea, and the midnight sun. Unusual accommodation Skolen Seng og Suppe (meaning Myken Bed & Soup) is located in a former schoolbuilding, but don’t be misled by that! We really are talking about very unique and exciting accommodation. As a guest, you’re invited to stay in one of the vintage caravans that are parked inside the old school library – these are perfect for a couple. Each caravan has an individual design, and its patio is equipped with deck chairs, palm trees and coloured lights. Read More
Dønnes Gård on the island of Dønna, offers a holiday stay in a former vicarage. The historical surroundings actually date back to the 13th century. Guests here can dine on traditional dishes made from locally-sourced ingredients. To hear the colourful history, take a guided tour of the vicarage and the neighbouring medieval church. As a guest, you can choose between a large double room in the stately vicarage or a simpler room in the old schoolhouse next door. The latter is especially suitable for groups that want to share accommodation. The schoolhouse has 11 beds, its own kitchen, living room and bathroom. Outside, there is a barbecue. All guests can order breakfast (included) and dinner in the vicarage. Read More
The picturesque old trading post of Støtt offers some of Helgeland's most beautiful and unique holiday experiences. Many adventures await you here, and you can enjoy charming quarters and great dining in historic buildings steeped in the island’s ancient coastal heritage. From the island of Støtt in Meløy, you can enjoy a wide range of activities year-round. With daily express boat connections to Bodø, Ørnes, and the entire archipelago along the Helgeland coast, it’s the perfect base for exploring some of Northern Norway’s most beautiful destinations—Støtt included! Explore the beautiful Støtt archipelago by kayak, fishing boat, or RIB, or join activities in the area such as glacier hikes on Svartisen, guided kayak tours, and mountain treks to Rødøyløva or the stunning Meløy Alps. If you’d rather unwind on Støtt, take the kids on a bike ride to one of the island’s many sandy beaches, and try snorkeling or diving in the crystal-clear waters of the Helgeland coast. Read more about Støtt Read More
Torghatten Camping is idyllically situated at the foot of the legendary mountain Torghatten. Accommodation offered here includes high-standard cabins and apartments. There are spots to pitch your tent and electrical hook-ups for your caravan or camper. The restaurant here is known for excellent dining. Explore the shoreline and hike the mountains Torghatten Camping is situated 15 km from Brønnøysund town centre, at the foot of Torghatten on the southern shore of the island of Torget. You choose the accommodation you prefer: a comfortable cabin or apartments, or your own tent, caravan or camper. Read More
Visit "the world's smallest chocolate factory" by the sea on Dønna and experience how delicious chocolate can be when made with care and attention to exclusive, organic ingredients. Sjokoladebrygga is perhaps the world's smallest chocolate factory, located facing the ocean on the island of Dønna. The chocolate produced here is inspired by the powerful and pure nature we have here in Helgeland. The chocolate is handcrafted, using pure ingredients that are minimally processed to retain all the good properties of cocoa. It is also lactose-free, gluten-free, and naturally sweetened with raw agave, which has a low glycemic index. So, it's chocolate for most people. But it is powerful in flavor, and chocolatier Heidi has not spared any quality, making it with the world's most exclusive cocoa bean - Criollo! Read More
