During a car holiday in Helgeland you can experience spectacular landscapes of great variety even as you drive short distances. Here is something for every taste – a family holiday, a road trip with friends, or a romantic exploration with your beloved partner. Travel at your own chosen pace along the magnificent Helgeland coast, through the mountainous interior, or through pristine wilderness areas. Stop as you please to enjoy hearty food and to meet the friendly locals.
Places to visit
By ferry or express boat?
On some of the larger islands, such as Vega and Dønna, it can be an advantage to have a car for getting around. However, many other islands, such as Rødøya and Lovund, have very few roads, and they don’t necessarily have sensible places to park your car. For these and similar destinations, you should leave your car behind on the mainland and instead explore these islands on foot or by bicycle. Before deciding, please seek advice from the Tourist Information Office or people who live and work in the area, such as your hosts where you’ve booked your overnight stay.
Think of the ferry or express boat ride as a mini-cruise on the fjord or across open seas. It’s a great opportunity to relax and really savour the magnificent coastal and island scenery from a seaborne perspective. However, please note that some ferries and express boats are rather infrequent. Plan your trip based on departure times, and to ensure your spot, show up at the ferry quay well in advance. Have some extra beverages and snacks or food at hand, and perhaps a book or something to entertain yourself with in case you have to wait a while.
A good rule of thumb during the peak holiday season is to arrive at the ferry quay at least half an hour before departure for the shorter ferry routes, and a full hour in advance for the longer and popular ferries such as Kilboghamn–Jektvik and Tjøtta–Forvik.
From south to north:
Holm – Vennesund
Horn – Andalsvåg
Forvik – Tjøtta
Levang – Nesna
Kilboghamn – Jektvik
Ågskardet – Forøy
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Holm cultural heritage trail – Audioguide
Holm cultural heritage trail is a 3-kilometer circular route in outer Bindal, where you can experience traces of people who lived here more than 1,500 years ago. The trail starts at the community hall Solvang, goes down to the old cemetery at Solstad, continues to the shoreline and through an area with Iron Age burial mounds—before returning to Holm Camping.
Join a journey through time and discover the traces left by those who lived here during the Iron Age.
RIB Adventure to Himmelblå from Brønnøysund
Feel the thrill of the open sea, discover hidden gems, and get close to incredible wildlife on one of our RIB adventures to Himmelblå and Ylvingen.
Brasserie 8622
On September 7, 2023, Brasserie 8622 opened its doors in newly renovated premises in the center of Mo i Rana. The menu is inspired by French cuisine, made with top-quality local ingredients.
Kayaking Around Sandnessjøen and Herøy – Courses and Guided Tours
Explore stunning nature and vibrant coastal culture with Tømmervika Opplevelsessenter around Sandnessjøen, Tjøtta, and Offersøya. Join family-friendly day trips or exciting multi-day tours in Herøy and the Vega islands—and wrap it up with a fun game of football golf.
Skillevollen Alpine Center
Skillevollen Alpine Center is part of a larger winter activity center in Mo i Rana. Take the family skiing on the alpine slopes, the cross-country trail or on the ice rink in winter.
