In 1918, a lighthouse was built on the fishing village of Myken, far out towards the open sea. It was guarded and cared for by a lighthouse keeper, his wife, their five children — and a cow. In 1975, the lighthouse was automated, and in 2018 it was beautifully renovated by Eventyrlig Oppussing (a Norwegian home renovation TV show). Today, you can stay here and experience the unique atmosphere of having your very own small island on the Helgeland coast.

Julie Luneborg
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Between sky and sea, far from the mainland, on Jutøya in the old fishing village of Myken, you’ll find Myken Lighthouse. Standing like a final outpost against the vast ocean to the west, it has kept steady watch over the tiny island community for more than a hundred years. Here, you can stay with the whole island practically to yourselves, just a short boat ride across the strait to everything Myken has to offer.

Accommodation

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The lighthouse is rented out in its entirety, giving you the whole lighthouse keeper’s residence — and most of the island it sits on — to yourselves. Renovated by Eventyrlig Oppussing in 2018, it offers five comfortable rooms with a total of 11 beds, a bathroom, a kitchen, and cosy living spaces. The interior creates a relaxed atmosphere, and whatever the weather outside, the lighthouse is a perfect place for peace and inspiration, shared moments, good meals, and long summer evenings. Whether you arrive like the lighthouse keeper once did — with a spouse and five children, a group of friends, or simply seeking solitude — you’ll find it here.

Interiør på Myken fyr Julie Luneborg

In addition to the lighthouse, you will have access to a small boat to easily cross the strait to the village of Myken. There you’ll find a small grocery store, a restaurant, a café and eatery, the Myken Distillery, and the Whisky Cathedral, offering tours, concerts, and events throughout the summer.

Your hosts will meet you at Myken when you arrive by express boat, accompany you over to the lighthouse, and give you a guided tour. You’ll learn more about the history of the lighthouse and the unique island community that Myken is — and always has been. If needed, your hosts can also assist with boat transport to and from the lighthouse.

Oversiktsbilde av Myken med Myken fyr i forgrunnen Kristoffer Møllevik / Visit Helgeland

Please note that there are many stairs up to the lighthouse and the terrain around it is uneven and rugged, so the property is best suited for guests comfortable with this.

The boathouse

In addition to the lighthouse, you can also rent the Boathouse (Naustet). It offers four extra beds and two hammocks, along with a cosy dining area equipped with a gas burner for cooking crab, a coffee maker, and a fridge — perfect for an evening meal by the shoreline. The Boathouse isn’t insulated, so you’ll hear the sounds of the sea and the weather more clearly. But the duvets are warm, and the charm is unbeatable.

Contact

Phone: +47 96514344
post@mykenfyr.com
Hjemmeside: www.mykenfyr.com/
Facebook: mykenfyr/
Instagram: @mykenfyr
Get directions: Open Google Maps

Contact for booking

Myken Lighthouse is mainly open from May to September, but bookings are available year-round upon request.

Bed linen and towels are included. Please note that the grocery store on Myken has limited opening hours, so plan your food shopping based on the opening hours when you arrive.

Due to the stairs and the rugged terrain leading up to the lighthouse, it’s recommended to pack in a backpack rather than a wheeled suitcase.

Myken is a fishing village located far out on the Helgeland coast, just north of the Arctic Circle. In summer, you can travel there by the Nordland Express boat, which runs between Bodø and Sandnessjøen with several stops along the way. There is also an express boat service from Tonnes, just outside Mo i Rana.

The lighthouse sits on its own small island, just across the strait from the rest of the village on Sjuløya.

See Myken Lighthouse on Google Maps.
Learn more about Myken and how to get there.

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.
Welcome to Myken

When you step off the boat at Myken, you feel your pulse calming down. Further out to sea, it’s hardly possible to reach Helgeland. But 32 kilometers from the mainland, north of the Arctic Circle, there is a small community on a tiny island, where a handful of enthusiasts keep the lights on in the houses and the doors open.

Read more about Myken here

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