Step into the cozy and exciting shops of Helgeland, where big and small treasures and discoveries await in the form of local food, beautiful crafts, lovely gifts, and souvenirs. Find a little piece of Helgeland to take home, buy a gift for someone you care about, or simply enjoy a stroll through the charming stores.
Halibudskole Vandve – A holiday home with boat rental and a nearby glasblowers workshop
Halibutskole Vandve offers a holiday stay where you’ll have some really great fishing opportunities. Guests who appreciate the arts and creative crafts will be pleased to know that a glassblower has a workshop nearby.
Dønnes Gård – Accommodation in historical surroundings
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.
The Coast Coffee
At the coffee roastery The Coast Coffee at Lovund, the lively coastal culture and urban coffee culture meet at their best. Here you can enjoy an exquisite cup of coffee in what is the island’s own coffee bar and roastery, with a great atmosphere by the sea.
Local food in Sømna
The shop at Sømna Kro og Gjestegård is stocked with cheese and honey, liquorice and spices, ketchup, dressings, and much more from local food producers.
Etcetera – botaniske utskeielser
Step into a botanical wonderland and a shopping experience of a lifetime, overflowing with flowers and décor, interior design, and creative art. And licorice, chocolate, ice cream, and coffee. This is a treat for all the senses, something you won’t soon forget and definitely won’t want to miss.
Arctic Circle Center- Souvenir shop and bistro by the Arctic Circle
With food service and a large souvenir shop, the Arctic Circle Center is a natural stopping point on your journey across Saltfjellet and the Arctic Circle.
Myken Handel – local shop and gathering spot
On the island of Myken, far out at sea, you’ll find a small shop with big importance. Myken Handel is more than a grocery store – it’s a natural meeting place for locals and visitors alike, located just a stone’s throw from the express boat dock.
Skolo – an architectural gem in Herøy
The beautiful renovation of Seløy’s old school has been described in an article in “The Norwegian Review of Architecture”. Today, travellers can find accommodation here, drink quality coffee, eat pizza, browse books and buy artworks in the shop – and enjoy the panoramic view of The Seven Sisters mountains
Gateway to Northern Norway – souvenir shop & fast food
Begin your journey through Helgeland with a good meal and a visit to the shop that has everything you need for the adventures awaiting you in Northern Norway.
Eider ducks, luxurious down and the bird guardians of Lånan
The largest eider duck nesting site on the Helgeland coast is situated in the Vega World Heritage area. You can join us on a visit to the island of Lånan, where the nesting eider ducks and their bird guardians have a trusting and mutually beneficial relationship.
