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.

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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.

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The double rooms in the vicarage are divided into sections so you don’t have to share a bathroom with others.

Please book your accommodation by email or phone so they can take your needs and desires into account. Breakfast is included.

Smilende par som skåler ved matbordet på spisestuen i Dønnes Gård, med velkomststua i bakgrunnen til venstre Dønnes Gård

Next to the vicarage is the mediaeval Dønnes church, built in the 13th century. The soapstone church has a distinctive architecture and decorations, as well as Norway’s largest and best-preserved burial chamber, dating back to the 17th century, with 22 coffins ready to tell their story. The surrounding gardens have a gazebo and are landscaped in the English style. Nearby is a farm shop that specialises in creative locally produced goods.

From the churchyard there is a nature and culture trail that leads to the top of Dønnesfjellet (128 m), which enjoys a stunning view of the Helgeland coast. The walk takes about 20 minutes.

The vicarage has a café open in the summer. Its adjoining room is a library that displays hunting trophies and contains a collection of historical books from Dønna and Helgeland.

Inngangsparti med trapp inn Dønnes Gård. I bakgrunnen til venstre mellom trær står Dønnes kirke Tore Scöhning Olsen

We recommend a guided tour of the vicarage and the medieval church, including its burial chamber. Amongst other things, you will hear about the wealthy family that once owned large swathes of Helgeland. The vicarage, Dønnes Gård, has been awarded St. Olav’s Rose (Olavsrosa) for its impressive efforts to preserve the local heritage.

Read more about the history and the Dønne's church here

From the estate you can explore nature with the hiking trail that takes you up to the top of Dønnesfjellet at 128 masl. At the top you can enjoy views of the Hegeland coast in all directions.

Dønnes Nature and Culture Trail starts at the farm and goes through Dønnesskogen and takes you up to the viewpoint on Dønnesfjellet 128 masl. The trail is well marked and signposted – and facilitated by stairs and bridges in difficult places. From the top you can see large parts of the Helgeland coast in all directions, including as many as 7 parishes. Dønnesskogen was planted by landowner Isach Coldevin at the beginning of the 20th century. Here, in 1954, 17 different conifer species were registered – and most of the species can still be seen in the forest.

Address

Dønnesveien 38, 8820 Dønna

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The weather in Helgeland can vary greatly, and in the summer the temperature can range from 10 to 25 degrees Celsius, and rain can come and go in “bursts” or “showers”. We recommend that you pack both a rain jacket and shorts, hiking boots and sandals, so you are prepared for anything.

In the winter, the temperature typically ranges from plus 5 to minus 15 degrees Celsius. If you plan to be outside a lot, woolen underwear and windproof clothes are your best friends. Dress in layers with an inner layer, middle layer, and outer layer. A thick hat and gloves or mittens are especially recommended if you will be outside with low activity levels, such as when viewing the northern lights.

Dønna

Dønna is the largest island in Helgeland. Here you will find lofty peaks, fjords teeming with fish, food straight from the cultural landscape, and a rich cultural history.

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