National Geographic Magazine declared the Coastal Highway Fv17 (Kystriksveien) to be one of the world’s most magnificent scenic drives. This road is an official Norwegian Scenic Route Helgeland. UNESCO has recognised the unique coastal culture and given it World Heritage status. The Norwegian Trekking Association (DNT) has named Helgeland as Norway’s most beautiful coastal gem. It’s high time you too discover the magnificent Helgeland coast!
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Experience the Helgeland coast on a yacht
Experience the Helgeland coast on a yacht. Helgeland Yacht offers exclusive boat trips in the archipelago outside Brønnøysund—with comfort, safety and close access to coastal scenery, for a memorable experience at sea. A tour around Torghatten is one of the most popular options.
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.
Velfjord Panorama Caravan Camp
Consider a stay at Velfjord Panorama Caravan Camp, situated right on the sea in beautiful surroundings!Here you can really feel the energy of the natural elements, and enjoy the summer sun all evening. You can go fishing, take a boat trip, hike the mountains, go bicycling or kayaking, and relax with sweet dreams in your cosy rooms.
House by the Sea – A unique place to stay on the island of Træna
The House by the Sea is a unique experience, thanks to its scenic location, incredible view and innovative architecture. The three cabins are designed to make your scenic experience an integral part of your holiday accommodation.
Velfjordferie – A holiday stay for guests who love fishing!
Velfjordferie is beautifully situated by the fjord, with great fishing spots and hiking trails nearby! The area lies just south of the Arctic Circle, which means you have daylight virtually round-the-clock, from mid-May to the end of July. Fishing is especially popular at “night”, when the wind dies down and the sea often is calm as a mirror.
Augustbryggo – Accommodation on Seløy in Herøy
Whether you arrive at Seløy on Herøy by paddle, bike, car, or sea, Augustbryggo welcomes you.
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.
Myrvoll Kulturgård – traditional food, art and time to slow down
In Kilvika along the Coastal Route in Meløy, where rugged coastal nature meets modern industry, you’ll find Myrvoll Kulturgård – a small farm from the early 1900s, carefully preserved and given new life. Here, visitors are invited to experience traditional food, art and local history in a setting where the pace is a little slower.
Dønnamannen and kayaking in Herøy – three days among the islands of Helgeland
Experience three rewarding days among the beautiful islands of Helgeland. This package combines a spectacular hike to Dønnamannen, peaceful evenings by the sea, and a guided kayaking tour in the scenic Herøysundet – the perfect blend of mountain adventure and coastal tranquillity.
Restaurant Soprano – Wining and dining in Sandnessjøen
Restaurant Soprano offers a taste of Italy in rustic surroundings. During the summer, you can dine at an outdoor table, surrounded by trees, cobblestones and people strolling along the pleasant pedestrian street on which the cosy restaurant is situated.
