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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

Good tips for your cycling holiday in Helgeland
Vega world heritage

Vega world heritage

10/03/2022

Live like the locals

Here are some tips for you who want a taste of the life of a native Helgelander. That does, of course, mean getting close to the land and the sea, but it also means getting to know the people who have adapted to life here, their culture and… Read More

Hansinestua and Hagland – accommodation in historic houses on Gjerøy

In the beautiful island kingdom of Rødøy municipality lies Gjerøy – a vibrant island with around 50 year-round residents, surrounded by the open sea and sheltered coves. Here, you can unwind, explore the coastal landscape, and stay in authentic, historic houses – each with its own character and view. Hagland – room for togetherness in a historic 19th-century house Stay in the old sheriff’s residence, a rare, well-preserved home from the 1800s, with spacious living rooms and plenty of space for the whole family. The house has 5 bedrooms and 7 beds, making it ideal for two families travelling together. With a fully equipped kitchen, bathroom, and two cosy lounges, everything is set for peaceful evenings and shared meals. Hagland is within walking distance of the express boat quay on Gjerøy. Here, you stay close to the island’s beautiful nature with several lovely hiking trails, as well as the local shop and the cosy Lyngvågen Café. And yes – dogs are welcome, too. Book now Hansinestua – tranquility by the sea in Gjerøyhamn Enjoy the peace and the view from Hansinestua, a charming house in Gjerøyhamn with the sea as your closest neighbour and seabirds for company. The house has 4 bedrooms and 7 beds, and combines simple standards with a peaceful and quiet atmosphere. Here, you can enjoy your morning coffee as the Hurtigruten ship passes by, and fall asleep to the sound of waves in the evening. Read More

Why Autumn is the best season for dining out
Trolls and myths of Helgeland
Hemnesberget – charm and creativity by the fjord

Scenic stop: Petter på Skjæret

Kristoffer Møllevik / Visit Helgeland “Petter on the Skerry” eller “Petter på Skjæret”, is a 10-metre-high statue of the poet-priest Petter Dass, depicting the legend of his ride across the sea on the Devil himself. The statue stands on a skerry between Herøy and Sandnessjøen and… Read More

Huset Café & Motel – accommodation, dining and meeting facilities in Korgen

In the centre of Korgen, along the E6 in Helgeland, you’ll find Huset Café & Motel – a practical and welcoming stop for travellers, workers, contractors and small groups looking for accommodation, good food and flexible meeting facilities. It provides an informal and efficient base, whether you’re passing… Read More