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Torghatten Strandrestaurant - A dining close to the ingredients

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

Fru Haugans Hotel in Mosjøen

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 bed and soup

The Myken community sits among low skerries far out in the open sea, on the outer edge of the Norwegian coast. There is no car traffic here, and the road is only 800 metres long. At one end of it is Myken Seng og Suppe. In the old school building, drilling and strict instructions have been replaced by overnight stays and set tables. Sleep Myken Seng og Suppe lives up to its name — and more. Guests stay well, close to the local meeting place and the restaurant. Read More

Dønnes Gård - Accommodation in historical surroundings

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

Støtt - Top of Helgeland

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 - Fishing, dining and much 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

Sjokoladebrygga on Dønna

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

Tjøtta Gjestegaard - Accommodation and café in historical surroundings

Stay close to nature experiences in historic surroundings at Tjøtta Guesthouse, conveniently located near the Seven Sisters mountain range, cultural trails, and historical sites, with excellent ferry connections for day trips to the islands along the Helgeland coast. The venerable 19th-century inn is situated in scenic and historic surroundings of Tjøtta, approximately 40 km from Sandnessjøen along the Coastal Highway. Not far from here, you can visit the Petter Dass Museum and the Alstahaug medieval church, a gallery, Tjøtta International War Cemetery, and the famous mountain range, The Seven Sisters. A ferry ride will take you to the coffee roastery on Forvik and further on to Brønnøysund, or you can take a direct ferry to Vega. Read More

Himmelblå Brygge: Dining and accommodation at Ylvingen

To Norwegians, Himmelblå Brygge and the island of Ylvingen is well known from a popular TV programme. Fortunately, all visitors are welcome to dine and enjoy an overnight stay here. Some of the accommodation is unusual and the scenic surroundings are magnificent. And for young and old, Himmelblå Brygge offers lots of activities and great adventures! Accommodation When you want a room for the night, why not choose one with real style? Himmelblå lodge is open year round. Himmelblå Brygge offers three different room types, but no matter what you choose, you are close to the sea. Read More

Træna Arctic Fishing

Selvær, the second-biggest island of the Træna archipelago, is a quiet and cosy fishing community. Like the rest of Træna, it faces the open sea and lies far from the mainland. Here, you can stay in a modern quayside holiday apartment, and experience scenic Helgeland at its best. You will find excellent fishing, literally thousands of islets and skerries, amazing birdlife, and skies that glow late into the summer nights. Selvær is an authentic fishing community with a proud heritage. Generations of islanders and a great variety of birds have found their livelihood here; eagles and eider ducks are just two of the more than 200 bird species you may encounter as you explore the archipelago. Read More