Sandnessjøen and Alstahaug have a rich cultural history, from Sigrid at Sandnes and Petter Dass to a lively harbour industry and its role as a base for the oil and energy sector. This audio guide takes you through the centre of Sandnessjøen, introducing sculptures and sharing stories from the Viking Age to today.

Learn about the history of Sandnessjøen through an atmospheric and informative audio experience, available directly on your phone. The route guides you through art in the urban landscape – from historical figures to street art and modern industry. The walk starts at the Sigrid statue in the park and ends at the quay further north-east in the town.

Along the way, you will hear about:

1. Sigrid at Sandnes – Sculpture

2. Petter Dass – Sculpture

3. Skule Valentin Storheill – Sculpture

4. Skarv anchor chain link – Sculpture

5. The Baker’s Apprentice – Sculpture

6. Eyes of the Future – Street art

7. Tassen – Sculpture

8. Torolv Kveldulvsson – Sculpture

9. Kulturbadet – Cultural centre

10. Welcome Home – Street art

The audio guide is available in Norwegian, English and German, and is suitable for both Norwegian and international visitors. No prior knowledge is required – just a mobile phone, earphones, and the desire to explore.

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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 Sandnessjøen

The town of Sandnessjøen is situated roughly at the geographic centre of the magnificent Helgeland coast. It sits midway between mighty mountains and beautiful islands. Here you are near the Seven Sisters mountain range, the kayaking paradise of Herøy, the recreated Viking chieftain seat Sandnes, the museum that celebrates the 17th-century poet-priest Petter Dass, and the island of Dønna which is wonderful to explore on two wheels.

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