Christmas Market in Brønnøysund
November 2026
Welcome to a weekend of Christmas shopping featuring local products and handcrafted goods, all set within a warm and welcoming atmosphere in the heart of Brønnøysund. The town centre will be decorated for the season, with live music, activities for all ages, and a market filled with food, drinks, local crafts, traditions and regional produce.

The people of Brønnøy are known for their friendliness, curiosity and community spirit. Visitors can enjoy good conversations, a warm welcome and a memorable weekend. Alongside the market, there will be live music, festive activities, visits from Father Christmas and much more.

Contact

Phone: +47 975 35 194
post@mat-festivalen.no
Facebook: JulBronnoysund
Get directions: Open Google Maps

Thank you for respecting the local communities, and for helping us preserve the natural beauty of Helgeland!

Please:

  • Strive to leave no trace of your visit. Bring back all your rubbish, including used toilet paper, and discard it in the nearest rubbish bin.
  • Plan your toilet visits and use the opportunity when you pass a toilet. In the wilderness, make sure you are not a nuisance to others.
  • Respect the local wildlife. Keep a good distance from wildlife, livestock and birds. Keep your dog leashed.
  • Respect private property. Keep a respectful distance from houses and cabins.
  • Show good boating sense. Keep a good distance from shore and drive at a low speed, especially when you are close to anyone or anything on the water, including birds or animals. Avoid loud and disturbing engine noise. Be aware that some islands and nature reserves are important nesting sites, and that going ashore is prohibited during the nesting season.
  • Follow the Norwegian Mountain Code (Fjellvettreglene). Plan your excursion according to the weather forecast, your skills and experience.
  • Join a guided excursion or consider hiring an experienced guide, especially when you don’t have sufficient experience or knowledge to guarantee a safe trip.

Find accommodation, places to eat and things to do

Tailored boat trips with Sea Adventure Helgeland

How would you like a cruise along the Helgeland coast, designed to show you and your friends the very best the scenic region has to offer? Or how about a shuttle boat that quickly takes you where you want, exactly when you want? Sea Adventure Helgeland offers you boat trips tailored to your needs and wishes.

Audio guide Brønnøysund – a walk through 10,000 years of history

Brønnøysund is more than a beautiful coastal town – it’s a living map of history, with traces of people, trade, and life along the coast over 10,000 years. This audio guide lets you explore the town’s rich past and present at your own pace, right in the heart of a landscape scattered with thousands of islands, islets, and skerries.

Hildurs Urterarium – Culinary adventures

Hildur’s Urterarium is a vibrant and lush place where both the food and the surroundings are an integral part of the experience. The well‑tended herb garden is open to visitors and invites peaceful walks among herbs, flowers and a beautiful garden setting. Inside Restaurant Sagastuen and the old parlour, guests can enjoy the calm and cosy atmosphere, combined with flavours based on local ingredients – perfect for those seeking a break from everyday life and memorable tastes in good company.

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.

Stupbratt Klatreklubb – Climbing hall in Brønnøysund

Test your climbing skills, challenge yourself and each other, and reach new heights at Stupbratt Klatreklubb’s climbing hall. With over 60 routes in all difficulty levels, auto belay, a bouldering wall, and a Kilter Board, there’s something for everyone—regardless of age or experience.

Welcome to Brønnøysund

The town, which sits on a narrow peninsula surrounded by islets, has excellent restaurants, charming cafés and a thriving coastal culture.

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