Explore The Harstad region

THE HARSTAD REGION

Your guide to shopping and adventures in the Harstad region

COMMERCIAL MAGAZINE FOR SHOPPING AND ADVENTURES IN THE HARSTAD REGION

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Vibrant city life and exotic nature: Welcome to Harstad and our beautiful region.

Harstad is the biggest city on the biggest island of Norway, situated in a region which can offer everything from big city life till remote beaches and mountaintops. We hope the magazine you are now holding in your hands will help show you all the reasons to stay in the Harstad region for some days!

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Your guide to shopping and adventures in the Harstad region

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Front page: Explore the Harstad region Spring/Summer.

Published: 12th June 2019

EXPLORE THE HARSTAD REGION - An ad magazine for shopping and experiences in the region of Harstad - is produced by HT Marked in collaboration with Visit Harstad, and is independent from the editorial staff in Harstad ­Tidende. Paid advertising in the magazine is marked with «Commercial ­content». Other cases are produced by HT Marked.

No. of prints: 55.000 - whereof 10.000 English copies - Places of d ­ istribution: Harstad, Narvik, Vesterålen and Lofoten - Leader of project and layout: HT Marked - Graphic direction: Amedia Ressurs Harstad.

Coverphoto: Sør-Troms Museum/­Harrieth M. Olsen

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ACTIVITIES In Harstad you can find fun and ­games for everyone! We have, among other things, activity park, large indoor water park, bowling and escape room. The world’s northernmost Geotur: HåloGeo is a great way for anyone to get to know the region. Go for a stroll along our cities cultural trail or pay our gallery a visit. In addition, the Medieval Farm opens at Trondenes Historical Centre on June 23. It will be a unique and authentic arena for communicating Norwegian and local medieval history.

CULTURE Harstad, Northern Norway’s Capital of Culture, is host to the Arctic Arts Festival with 250 performances for one week. The annual Bakgården festival is known for its great market, family performances and world-class artists. We also host our own film festival: AMIFF - Arctic moving image & film festival, and we have Markomeannu, which is a Sami cultural and music festival visited by several thousand people every year.

SHOPPING After a visit to Harstad, we can guarantee that you will find yourself a new favourite shop! Stroll in the cosy pedestrian streets in the city centre

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and visit the small shops. Both the city centre and the four shopping malls can offer shopping in wellknown chains and a very varied and good selection of dining options.

GOURMET AND DELICATES Harstad is widely known for its world-class restaurants and cafes, which can truly conjure up the most delicious dishes. If you wish, you can buy good local produce and local and international delicacies to go.

EXPERIENCE NATURE The islands in the Harstad region are a favourite destination for those who want airy walks with some adrenaline rush or for those who just want to disconnect. Experience nature on foot, by bike or rent a car and explore. Choose from several wild and exotic white sandy beaches. Whether you want lazy bathing, kayaking or fishing, it is all here!

The Harstad region does really have something for every taste. Cultural experiences, shopping, restaurant visits, mountain hikes, spectacular scenery and that little extra you are looking for.

Whatever you choose to experience in the Harstad region, you are most welcome.

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kitchen Choosing a new kitchen for your home is not something you do often. It is crucial to think it through and choose a kitchen that you are satisfied with over a longer period of time. HTH Kjøkkenforum Harstad has all the knowledge you need about styles, colors and materials – but where to begin?

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eathe Berntsen is an interior designer by profession, and is one of the knowledgeable consultants at HTH Kjøkkenforum Harstad with a passion for the field.

- There is nothing better than help fulfilling someone’s dream of the perfect kitchen. Our customers will be in good hands. Firstly, it is important to be inspired. So if you stop by us we will take you on a tour to show you all the possibilities within kitchen fronts and wine cabinets, says Beathe.

Mapping your style Do you prefer classic or minimalistic? Modern classic is often portrayed in the New York style, recognizable through the use of rustic materials.

A different direction would be a nostalgic kitchen with classical qualities. Or what about a minimalistic approach that would suit most norwegian homes?

- When a style is chosen, it is easy to adjust with colors, materials and appliances to make sure that the new kitchen is adjusted to you and your home, says Beathe.

Make the right ­measurements Make sure to make room in your schedule for a meeting with a kitchen designer. It is wise to make good measurements beforehand, and at the same time note where the pipes and ventilation run today. It is no problem to leave this up to the expert.

Our consultant can come to your home to make the right measurements.

Stop by and become inspired, says Beathe Berntsen, consultant at HTH Kjøkkenforum Harstad.

- Together we can work on the layout, how the kitchen work triangle should be, and the placement of pipes and ventilation. Equally important are the details such as knobs for your cabinets.

It can «make-or-break» a kitchen, says Beathe.

From thought to result HTH kitchens come in finished modules from the factory. You can also order it flat-packed to save money by setting it up yourself.

They also have experienced kitchen fitters that stand at the ready to help you. The quality and guarantee of 25 years is the same in all the aforementioned variations.

- We adjust the kitchen to your budget and needs, so stop by for a talk, says Beathe.

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Decorating for a good workflow The kitchen work triangle exists of three invisible ­lines that connect the most vital work zones – sink, stove and refrigerator – which form a triangle.

The idea is that these three zones are relatively close to each other to establish an effective workflow that will save time. You move more within this area than any other zone in the kitchen.

To create the most effec­ tive layout, it is a general guideline to say that these three lines should add up to a sum between three and five and a half meters long.

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3. TRONDENES MIDDEL­ ALDERGÅRD - a living medieval farm opens on June 23, 2019, next door to Trondenes Historical Centre. On the farm you meet both people and animals, and the story comes to life for both young and old. Here is something for everyone.

1. THE PATH ALONG THE SEA - a universally adapted nature trail that starts at Trondenes Historical Center. Today 1.5 km long. Several installations along the path, of which the solar and wind house is the largest with its 30 seats.

2. TRONDENES HISTORICAL CENTER - tells an exciting story about Norse myths, Viking times, church power, great heroes and ancient customs.

Also, the painful story of the Second World War and the prisoner of war camp has great focus in the exhibition. Everything with a background in this

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4. TRONDENES CHURCH - the world’s northernmost stone church from the late Middle Ages. The building started as early as in the late 12th century.

The Church was regarded the

largest and most beautifully equipped church north of Nidaros Cathedral, both in Catholic and post-Reformation times.

5. RUSSIAN MEMORIAL Memorial to the Soviet soldiers who died in the prison camp.

Raised in 1945 by the soldiers who survived in memory of their dead comrades.

6. PRISONER OF WAR CAMP - the site of the largest prison camp in Harstad, which from 1942 to 1945 had up to 1200 Soviet prisoners of war. The Trondenes Historical Centre has a separate exhibition about the prison camp where one can see among other

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things the registration cards of 410 of the Soviet prisoners of war who died on Trondenes.

A total of 930 refugees were accommodated at Trondenes until 1951.

7. FINNMARKSLEIREN - one of several military camps from the war that was turned into evacuation camp when the residents of Finnmark were forced to flee because the German troops burned the settlement by their withdrawal from Finnmark in 1945.

8. LAUGEN - the lake came about 4000 years ago, and according to the saga, this is the place where the first Christian baptism took place in 999.

Today, Laugen is a protected landscape area because of its exceptionally rich bird life and vegetation diversity.

9. ALTEVÅGEN - one of the few places in the country where the grooves for boathouse tufts and burial mounds can be linked directly back to the old Viking saga. Vågen is also a popular recreational area for the locals and is equipped with benches and tables.

10. ADOLF CANONS - during World War II part of the most

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powerful battery in Hitler’s 5000 km long Atlantic Wall, and today the only remaining of its kind. One of four cannons in the battery is fully refurbished, providing a unique insight into the advanced technology of the time.

Visits only with authorized personnel.

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Harstad’s newest attraction:

An authentic Medieval farm On the south side of Trondenes Historical Centre, Sør-Troms Museum is building a medieval courtyard with houses, fields, roads, fences and everything that belonged at a North Norwegian farm in the time around 1200.

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and participate in the many activities that characterize daily life.

All houses at the farm are connected to archaeological finds and other historical material from the region.

When the courtyard is completed, it will consist of a main house, stave church, barn, forge and out-house. The construction work takes place in collaboration

rondenes Medieval Farm will be a unique arena from where to teach people about the local medieval history, says Ingrid Moe at Sør-Troms Museum. At the farm peo-

ple will meet the housewife and the master with their family, the boy servant, the maid and several other people with connection to the farm. They will also be able to meet the livestock

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with NTNU`s department for traditional crafts and technical building protection. The main house is a pole-built residential building with a tradition back to ancient Norwegian building practice. The house will be dresses with peat on the roofs and walls. Inside, the house has “mold” benches along the walls and an open fireplace on the floor.

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The stave church is built as a copy of Haltdalen stavkirke. The church will be named «King Øysteins Church» since King Øystein ordered such a church building during his visit to Trondenes in 1114. Through detailed investigations of the work and craftsmanship techniques used in the original church, the building of King Øysteins church will be performed with

similar tools and techniques used in the Middle Ages.

Most of the materials and parts for the main house and stave church are produced at the regional museum in Sjøvegan before raising the buildings at Trondenes.

To tell the tales of the Medieval farm several stories will be re-enacted. The topics will range from the history of our country and

local history to different social conditions such as the relationship between king and church, everyday life, culture, etc. Most of the dissemination will take place through role play and interactive participation.

The goal is for us to be perceived as a living Medieval farm both for locals and other visitors alike, regardless of their background and age. For school children, the

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farm will be a living classroom. For local companies and visiting groups, the courtyard will be a unique framework for any event.

-We are really looking forward to opening the farm to the public. Now that all the roles are filled, the clothing is sewn, and the animals are in place, we are only waiting for our guests to arrive, Moe finishes.

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TRONDENES HISTORICAL CENTRE

PHOTO: SIGRID SCHØDER

EXPERIENCE 1000 YEARS OF PLOUGH, CROSS AND SWARD! Learn about the history of the Harstad region through an extensive exhibition, stretching from the Stone Age to the 1950s. The focus of the exhibition is the Viking Age, the Middle Ages and the 2nd World War. Outside, at Trondenes Medieval Farm, the life of a Northern Norwegian family during the early 13th century is communicated.

A LIVING MEDIEVAL FARM OPENS JUNE 23RD, 2019 This summer, the gates of Trondenes Medieval Farm, situated just next door to Trondenes Historical centre, are opened. The farm illustrates a relatively standard size farm in the 13th century - not very big, but also not to small. The husband’s main workplace was at sea, while his wife had the daily responsibility for farm operations.

Through role-play and drama Norwegian and local medieval history is conveyed. Here you can, among other things, meet the mistress Jorunn, the boy servant Haldor, the maid Frøydis and the oldest son of the house Sverre.

DAILY EVENTS ALL SUMMER During the summer Frøydis and Sverre will be working at the farm every day, and as our guests, both children and adults can assist in the daily chores. The young people can try traditional handicrafts using leather and wood, and the adults can go for a tour of the exhibition and a taste of the Middle Ages served in the lounge.

FARMING ALL YEAR During the year, the nature of chores around the farm changes. The autumn is characterized by harvesting and processing of wool and linen. In the winter they brew beer and sews clothes for the farmer to use out at sea, while spring is a time for sowing and repairing fences. All this you can experience up close, and even participate in the work.

Opening hours: June 23rd - August 18th, all days 10:00 - 16:00 Tickets: adult NOK 125, - / child NOK 60, Full year ticket: adult NOK 375, - / child NOK 180, -

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SUITABLE FOR SMALL AND BIG: Mountain hikes are suitable for people of all ages, such as these little friends who have taken the trip to Trollvassåsen.

Hiking for everyone Harstad is a pioneer when it comes to mountain walks. Perfectly located between the rocks and mountains, the next peak is never far away.

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eople go hiking in almost any weather.

Mountain tours have really become something for everyone, says Kjell Søreide.

Harstad Bedriftsidrettslag where he works has since 2002 organized a public health activity called Ti på Topp in the Harstad region. During summer and autumn, people are encouraged to go hiking in the local area and register their hikes online or in the

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app, and when the season is over, prizes are distributed.

The activity grows year by year, and Kjell Søreide can safely say that the hiking interest in Harstad is great.

Norwegian public health and volunteerism - It is a part of the Norwegian soul. We love to go hiking. Many of us spend most of our working day in front of a screen, so after working hours we really

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feel the need to get out into nature, he says.

In his team he has many eager volunteers, and the most active are Asbjørn Kaarbø, Tina Eilertsen, Sigurd Ditlefsen, Arne W. Jensen, Astrid Erntsen and Ketil Stavdal. They help decide on new trails, put up marks and maintain the trails during the season.

- This is a great way to stay in shape. When I started with

Fjellgeita’s top tour tips in the Harstad area

Mountain hikes is a­ vailable for everyone, not just for those who are already fit

There are many nice marked trails in the Harstad region. Here are some of Kjell ­Søreide’s best tips:

Tina ­Eilertsen Bedriftsidretten

Keipen at Aunfjellet (496 meters above sea level) The path is good, and the route to the top is well marked.

Parking is located on the left side of the road, west of Aunvatnan. The trip is only a 3-kilometre round trip and is suitable for most people.

YOGA AT THE EDGE: A hike is not just a hike, it can also be combined with other things - such as yoga! Here some people do the yoga position «dances». Photo: Elisabeth Berntsen

Photo: Lisbeth Hægdal

Ti på Topp I had been to the same mountain peaks for many years, but now I have discovered many new peaks, Tina says.

Good workout Mountain hikes is available for everyone, not just for those who are already fit. In fact, there are few activities that provide as good a training effect as a hike.

- Many people who start exercising think that they must start jogging, but it can be a bit straining for muscles and tendons. It is much better for your muscles to go for a walk up the hill. If you walk at a steady pace, talk a little and get your heart rate up, the effect is great. You will need a good speed on flat

GANSÅSTOPPEN: At the top there is plenty of room for both a break and to enjoy the view. Photo: Bedriftsidretten in Harstad

ground to get the same training effect. The bonus is the experience of getting outside, getting a view, feel the weather and fresh air, says Kjell and adds: - Besides, few people regret afterwards, regardless of the weather, that they chose to go on a hiking trip.

Suitable for everyone The motivation to get out for a hike varies from person

to person. For some it is an everyday activity and training, for others only recreational. Also, an increasing number of tourists and other visitors have opened their eyes for mountain tours in and around Harstad. When the tour destinations are so easily accessible, there is nothing in the way that a Hurtigruten tourist or a conference guest with a couple of free hours can find the time for a hike.

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Gangsåstoppen (179 meters above sea level) The peak itself is a popular goal, but the trail to the top is very nice as well. Or should we rather say the trails - there are several different routes to follow to the top. Start at the parking lot in Toppenveien, up the stairs and follow the marked path. Just below the top there is a climbing route, and at the top there are both a traditional shelter and binoculars available. Maybe you can also find the cave of Amor, which is hidden here?

Swelling (726 meters above sea level) This top is a short drive from Harstad city centre, about 45 minutes. Drive past Tovik, Renså and almost to the top of Krokmyrdalen - in the direction of Grovfjord and Astafjord.

You can park in the lower half of the last steep stretch, on the left side before the highest point of the road. From here, you find the marked trail.

On the way, you pass some marshes that can be wet, so remember suitable footwear.

From the top the view towards the Harstad area gives a kind of bird’s-eye view. This hike is more demanding than Keipen and Gangsåstoppen, but not worse than most people manage it just fine.

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In the heart of Harstad!

BYSENTERET HARSTAD CITY-SHOPPING AT ITS BEST Bysenteret is the main shopping centre in Harstad city centre, situated just opposite to the square downtown. We believe that the unique location of Bysenteret, the positive development and urban cooperation in downtown Harstad will lift the experience of Harstad city centre to new heights in the coming years.

The stores you can find at Bysenteret is of high quality. Along with existing and new tenants we will create the future Bysenteret as a place the citizens of Harstad can be proud of, as well as to be a natural ­meeting place. With more than 20 stores and 4 ­places to stop for a bite to eat, the centre has a good mix of both chain and niche stores.

Several exciting stores and serving places have settled in the centre during last winter.

Among others, Waynes Coffee, Traktøren, Park Lane and MGS, as well as Huldra Tattoo, Gulating Beer Sale, Inglot and ­Wagner. You can also find the activity ­organizer ­Active Events here, climbing wall and ­Bysenteret Scene.

Welcome to exciting shops and eateries in the heart of our city. Bysenteret is the place to find good shopping, meet friends or enjoy a good cup of coffee and something to eat.

20 shops - 4 dining options Monday - Friday (Saturday) 10-20 (18)

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In the heart of Harstad!

Delicious, savoury and fresh sushi dishes.

The best from the Japanese cuisine.

The city’s only coffee-shop, which also serves frappe, smoothies and milkshakes.

We have our own play area and a children’s menu.

DL: Ngan, tel. 486 26 867 yuuka-yuuka-sushi

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Our menu ranges from a full meal to the light dishes and sweet temptations. Play corner and tasty children’s menu

Locally baked goods, enjoy it in our cafe or buy to take home.

DL: Eivind, tel: 957 42 450 kokharstad

DL: Silje, tel. 909 33 495 kremtoppen

Our dining places can always give you a great offer and something for every taste.

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In the heart of Harstad!

Stores and dining: TRAKTØREN MGS SHOPPING NIKITA FRISØR SPECSAVERS NILLE KREMTOPPEN GAMESTOP KOK KJØKKEN OG KAFFE LIFE HELSEKOST SPAR TRIUMPH PARK LANE WAYNES COFFE YUKKA YUKKA AKTIV EVENTS PRINCESS APOTEK 1 KAPPAHL WAGNER INGLOT HULDRA TATOVERING GULATING URMAKER HERULF K. MATHISEN SECURITAS

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In the heart of Harstad!

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Our dining places can always give you a great offer and something for every taste.

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A summer of festivals in the north

The summer is the season for festivals, festivity and markets in the region of ­Harstad.

You can have a season packed with fun events when you choose ­Harstad as your base.

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theater. Humor festivals are also found in the region.

he festivals in the north gather thousands of people every year. Many have made it a tradition to visit these festivals annually, whilst others seek to discover new events year after year.

Music festivals are among the largest and most popular festivals in the region – ranging from rock, pop and jazz music to blues, choir and music from the indigenous. You can also find festivals that have different artistic expressions, such as festivals for movie and

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The markets in the region are important gathering points for locals and tourists. Here both locals and visitors sell their locally produced products. There are many activities for

children at these markets, and events for the adults in the evening.

Visiting a festival or a market gives the opportunity to acquaint yourself with a new region. Maybe you will find a new favorite spot along the way?

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02.-05.

REINEORD – LOFOTEN INT. LITTERATURFESTIVAL Lofoten

Norges villeste, våteste og vakreste litteraturfestival på Reine i Lofoten.

www.reineord.no

03.-05.

HINNØYFESTIVALEN Harstad

Festival for de country og danseglade. Presenterer også nordnorske artister og kjente band.

www.facebook.com/hinnoyafestivalen

KRÅKESLOTTFESTIVALEN Senja/Bøvær

Kulturfestival med musikk. Arrangeres på det gamle fiskebruket kalt «Kråkeslottet».

www.kulturslottet.no

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SPITSBERGEN MARATHON Svalbard/Longyearbyen

Verdens nordligste maraton med start og mål i Svalbardhallen i Longyearbyen.

www.svalbardturn.no

09.-11.

ALTA SOUL OG BLUES FESTIVAL FESTIVALNAVN Alta

Musikkfestival med nasjonale og internasjonale artister.

BESKRIVELSE Hovedvekt på soul og blues sjangeren.

www.altasoulogblues.no

Primo 11.-19.

NORDLYST-FESTIVALEN NORDKAPPFESTIVALEN Andenes Honningsvåg, Nordkapp

Årlig vinterfestuke.VM Konserter, malerkurs, og utstillinger m.m.

Nordkappmarsjen, i linestampkasting Honningsvågrevy.

www.nordlyst.wordpress.com www.nordkappfestivalen.no

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16.-19.

POLAR HALF MARATHON PETTERNIGHT DASS-DAGENE Tromsø Sandnessjøen

Mørketidsløp som gir en eksotisk mørketidsopplevelse.

Litteraturfestival En søsterfestival til det kjente Midnight Sun Maraton.

www.msm.no/polar-night-halfmarathon www.petterdass-museet.no

18.-24.

17.-19.

TROMSØ INTERNASJONALE ARCTIC YOGA CONFERENCE FILMFESTIVAL Tromsø Bodø

Anerkjent filmfestival som viserog utfordrende kvalitetsfilm fraspektahele Norges nordligste yogafestival konferanse.

Bruken av de verden Norge. kulære og omgivelsene i og rundt Bodø er et av festivalens særpreg.

www.tiff.no www.bodoyogafestival.no

27.-30.

17.-26.

BODØ OPEN MONS JAZZ PETTER FESTIVALEN Bodø Sulitjelma/Fauske

Jazzfestival medkonserter, nasjonale seminarer, og internasjonale artister på ulike og En festival med fester, idrettsarrangementer unike steder i Bodøog by,amatører. til og med i lavvo! m.m. Profesjonelle

www.bodojazzopen.no www.monspetter.no

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07.02.

NORDLYSFESTIVALEN MIDNIGHT SUN MARATHON Tromsø

IMaraton utgangspunktet en festival klassiskog musikk, menfra detover i midnattssol.

5 ulikefor distanser deltagere musikalske har utvidet segseg i flere retninger.

50 nasjoner.uttrykket Det anbefales å melde på tidlig.

www.nordlysfestivalen.no www.msm.no

29.01.18.-25.

01.02.

ILIOSFESTIVALEN FESTSPILLENE I NORD-NORGE Harstad

Festival for ny musikk. Har ifått sitt navn –fra den greske Største kulturarrangement Nord-Norge etablert 1965.solguden Omfavner Ilios, og viser til solas tilbakekomst til landsdelen. idag både musikk, scenekunst, billedkunst og litteratur.

www.ilios.no www.festspillnn.no

01.-07.

24.-26.

SAMISK UKE LUNDEFESTIVALEN Tromsø Røst

En unikog opplevelse av samisk kulturen i en moderne by. Musikk, kunst, Kulturnaturfestival, men også familiefestival.

NM i lassokasting og nordisk i reinkappkjøring. kultur og historie samt lek ogmesterskap moro er stikkord for festivalen.

www.msm.no www.lundefestivalen.no

SAMI MUSIC WEEK MILLIONFISKEN Alta Salangen POLAR JAZZ SOMMER–MELBU Svalbard/Longyearbyen Hadsel VINTERLYSFESTIVALEN GALLERIA Mo i Rana KUNSTFESTIVAL Mosjøen BLÅFROSTFESTIVALEN MIDNATTSROCKEN Rognan Lakselv VESTERÅLEN SKREIFESTIVAL TRÆNAFESTIVALEN Øksnes Træna LOFOTEN INTERNASJONALE FOTOFESTIVAL HAMMERFESTDAGAN Lofoten Hammerfest BOREALIS ALTA VINTERFESTIVAL LOFOTEN PIANOFESTIVAL Alta Lofoten VINTERFESTUKA I NARVIK ROOTSFESTIVALEN Narvik Brønnøysund TANA VINTERFESTIVAL/DEANU RIEMUT RIDDU RIDDU Tana Gáivuotna-Kåfjord FINNMARKSLØPET VEGADAGENE Alta – Kirkenes Vega SOLFESTUKA SOMMER I BERLEVÅG Svalbard/Longyearbyen Berlevåg/Kongsfjord YUKIGASSEN BUKTA TROMSØ OPEN AIR FESTIVAL Vardø Tromsø PULS LYNGEN ARCTIC SEAJægervatnet, KAYAK Lyngseidet, Rottenvik/Fastdalen Vesterålen PÅSKEFESTIVALER NORDKYNFESTIVALEN Karasjok/Kautokeino Mehamn PASVIK TRAIL POMORFESTIVALEN Kirkenes Vardø VM I SKREIFISKE SOMMERDAGAN I MELØY Svolvær Meløy VAKE (Varanger Arctic Kite Enduro) LOFOTR VIKINGEFESTIVAL Varanger Borg, Lofoten SKITTENTIND RANDO NORDLAND MUSIKKFESTUKE Tromsø, Kvaløya Bodø SVALBARD SKIMARATON KALOTTSPEL Svalbard/Longyearbyen Målselv STAMSUND INTERNASJONALE TEATERFESTIVAL VARANGERFESTIVALEN Stamsund Vadsø REINEORD – LOFOTEN INT. LITTERATURFESTIVAL HEMNESJAZZ Lofoten Hemnes HINNØYFESTIVALEN ARCTIC RACE OF NORWAY Harstad Nord-Norge KRÅKESLOTTFESTIVALEN BAKGÅRDEN Senja/Bøvær Harstad SPITSBERGEN MARATHON PARKENFESTIVALEN Svalbard/Longyearbyen Bodø ALTA SOUL OG BLUES FESTIVAL FOLDVIKMARKEDET Alta Foldvik / Gratangen NORDKAPPFESTIVALEN VERKET Honningsvåg, Nordkapp Mo i Rana PETTER DASS-DAGENE ROGNANDAGAN/TREBÅTDAGAN Sandnessjøen Rognan ARCTIC YOGA CONFERENCE VESTERÅLEN MATFESTIVAL Bodø Vesterålen MONS PETTER FESTIVALEN REGINEDAGAN Sulitjelma/Fauske Bø kommune MIDNIGHT SUN MARATHON VUONNAMARKANAT Tromsø Nesseby FESTSPILLENE I NORD-NORGE VM I KRABBEFISKE Harstad Sandnessjøen LUNDEFESTIVALEN NORDKAPP FILMFESTIVAL Røst Honningsvåg

Samisk vinterfestival med aktiviteter knyttet til bl.a feiring av Fiskefestivaldag. med store premier. I tillegg til fiske er det også samefolkets konserter, arrangement for barna m.m.

Musikkfestival med sjangere som jazz, blues og bluegrass.

Kulturfestival, konserter, kunst, seminarer, aktiviteter med mer.

www.audioland.no www.millionfisken.com

22.-25.

TIENDEBYTTE MED MUSIKKFEST Mosjøen

Ett av Norges eldste marked med arktisk matfestival, konserter, utstillinger m.m.

23.-24.

SMAK – NORDNORSK MATFESTIVAL Tromsø

Matfestival som setter fokus på lokal råvareproduksjon og nordnorske mattradisjoner.

www.smakfest.no

Primo

KONGEKRABBEFESTIVALEN Vadsø

Sjøkultur- og matfestival hvor kongekrabben står i sentrum for begivenheten.

www.kongekrabbe.no

Ultimo

DARK SEASON BLUES Svalbard / Longyearbyen

Verdens nordligste bluesfestival med artister fra inn- og utland.

Markerer starten på mørketiden på Svalbard.

www.svalbardblues.com

Medio

BARENTSJAZZ Tromsø

Tromsø internasjonale jazzfestival med nasjonale og internasjonale jazzartister.

www.barentsjazz.no

15.11.18.12.

FØRJULSEVENTYRET I HENNINGSVÆR Henningsvær

I årets to siste måneder lokker fiskeværet med blåtimer og julehandel som er garantert kjøpesenterfri.

www.facebook.com/forjulseventyret

02.-03.

RUNDHAUGMARTNAN Målselv

Spennende vinterdager og trivelig førjulsstemning på Rundhaug i Målselv – en sjarmerende festival!

www.rundhaugmartnan.no

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www.northernnorway.com www.polarjazz.no www.sommermelbu.no

En av Norges største teaterfestivaler og et lyspunkt i mørketiden.

Norges lengste Galleri – 700 meter med kunst uten filter i Mosjøens gamle bydel, Sjøgata. Årlig kultur- og musikkfestival på den unike industri- og Musikkfestival på Brennelvneset like utenfor Lakselv, blanding av rocke scenen Slipen Scene. gammel og ny musikk.

Festival for hele familien, VM i tungeskjæring, konserter med mer.

Musikkfestival på Norges eldste fiskevær og langt til havs. Både lokale, nasjonale og internasjonale artister opptrer her.

Internasjonal fotofestival med base i Kabelvåg. Presenterer et bredt Den årlige hvor Hammerfest spekter av byfesten fotografi fra innog utland. feirer seg selv med konserter og arrangementer av alle slag.

Konserter inne og ute, utstillinger, aktiviteter, Bossekopmarkedet Norges eneste pianofestival. Internasjonale artister. og starten på Finnmarksløpet.

www.nordlandteater.no/vinterlys www.galleria.no

Musikk- og kulturfestival med arrangementer for alle aldersgrupper.

Musikkfestival med nasjonale og internasjonale artister.

www.vinterfestuka.no www.rootsfestivalen.no

Kulturuke i forbindelse med Finnmarksløpet. Marked og Årlig urfolksfestival hvorog urfolk fra hele verden for å dele sin arrangementer for barn vokse med fokus på møtes lokal kultur. kultur og musikk. Ett utvalgt urfolk i fokus hvert år.

Europas lengste sledehundeløp, (1000 og 500 km). Starter og 10 dagers kulturfest med distansen teater, kunstutstillinger, konserter og mer. slutter i Alta, den lengste går tur/retur Kirkenes.

www.tana.kommune.no www.riddu.no

Vi feirer at sola er tilbake på Svalbard etter en lang mørketid.

Konserter, utstillinger, markedsdag, historisk vandring, turmarsj, barnas dag og annen moro med lokal tilsnitt.

«Snøballkrig» med deltakere fra mange land.

Musikkfestival med fokus på sjangeren rock. Store nasjonale og internasjonale band.

Aktivitetshelg i Lyngenområdet med marked, musikk, randoné, Årlig padlefestival; en sosial padleuke med turpadling, fjellski, sykkel og kulturinnslag. nybegynnerkurs, teknikk-kurs, maraton med mer.

Konserter, scootercross, «Jergul-lekene», hundekjøring, Konserter, teater, torgsalg, lokal mat kultur.

VM i reinkappkjøring, Sami Grand Prixog m.m.

www.solfest.no www.berlevag.kommune.no/ sommer-i-berlevaag.49203.no.html www.yukigassen.no www.bukta.no

Sledehundeløp i Pasvik, 300 km i brunbjørnens rike.

Arrangementer og konserter for barn, ungdom og voksne. Tema er den gamle Pomorhandelen med Russland.

Internasjonal fiskekonkurranse med hyllest til skreien.

Konserter, utstillinger, historisk vandring, kurs og familiedager.

Et Verdensmesterskap.

www.pasviktrail.com www.kulturpilot.no/pomorfestivalen

VM i langdistanse snøkiting gjennom Berlevåg, Tana, Nesseby, Vikingfestival forVinterfestuke. hele familien. Marked, leker, konkurranser, teater, Vadsø og Vardø. kampshow, konserter, kurs med mer.

Randoné toppturkonkurranse. Årlig musikkfestival med klassisk profil. Kjent for konserter på utradisjonelle steder som på toppen av Keiservarden.

Verdens nordligste skimaraton med start og mål ved gruve 6.

Folkemusikk- og folkedansfestival som forener amatører og profesjonelle artister.

Internasjonal scenekunst for alle aldersgrupper.

Nord-Norges største jazzfestival. Fylte 30 år i 2012 og har artister fra hele verden på programmet.

Norges villeste, våteste og vakreste litteraturfestival på Reine Stor, årlig jazz- og bluesfestival med nasjonale og internasjonale i Lofoten. artister.

Festival for de country og danseglade. Presenterer også nordnorske Et årlig internasjonalt artister og kjente band.etapperitt på landeveissykkel langs den nordnorske kysten. Stor folkefest.

Kulturfestival med musikk. Arrangeres på det gamle fiskebruket kalt Blanding av musikkfestival og tradisjonelt marked.

«Kråkeslottet».

www.vake.no www.lofotr.no

Verdens nordligste maraton med start og mål i Svalbardhallen i Musikkfestival i Rensåsparken, midt i hjertet av Bodø.

Longyearbyen.

Ulike artister og sjangre fra inn- og utland.

Musikkfestival med nasjonale og internasjonale artister.

Marked medpåkystkulturprofil.

Her har lokale aktører boder hvor de Hovedvekt soul og blues sjangeren. selger ulike håndlagede produkter.

Nordkappmarsjen, VM i linestampkasting og Honningsvågrevy.

Musikkfestival som arrangeres på Revelen, Mo i Rana.

www.svalbardturn.no www.parkenfestivalen.no

Litteraturfestival Marked, utstilling av tradisjonsbåter, kapproing med Nordlandsbåt, konserter og barneaktiviteter.

Norges nordligste yogafestival og konferanse. Bruken av de spektaEn hyllest til Golfstrømmen!

Matfestival som skaper aktiviteter kulære omgivelsene i og rundt Bodø er et av festivalens særpreg. knyttet til mat og kultur i alle kommunene i Vesterålen.

En festival med konserter, seminarer, fester, idrettsarrangementer Konserter, lokalmat, utstillinger, vandreturer m.m.

Profesjonelle ogkurs, amatører.

www.petterdass-museet.no www.saltdal.kommune.no

Maraton i midnattssol. 5 ulike distanser og deltagere fra over Salgsmarked for samiske håndlagede produkter.

50 nasjoner. Det anbefales å melde seg på tidlig.

www.msm.no www.varjjat.org

Største kulturarrangement i Nord-Norge – etablert 1965. Omfavner krabbefiske nasjonaltbilledkunst nettverksseminar, auksjon, iVM dagi både musikk,med scenekunst, og litteratur. underholdning og VM-fest med havets festbord.

Kultur- og naturfestival, men også en familiefestival. Musikk, kunst, Filmfestival med fokus på lokale filmskapere. seminarer og kultur og historie samt lek og moro er stikkordKurs, for festivalen. møter med kjente filmskapere.

www.festspillnn.no www.helgelandarrangement.no

www.nordnorge.com

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www.blaafrost.no www.midnattsrocken.no www.skreifestival.no www.trena.net www.lofotenfotofestival.no www.hammerfestdagan.no www.facebook.com/borealis.alta www.lofotenfestival.no

www.finnmarkslopet.no www.vega.kommune.no

www.pulslyngen.no www.askr.no www.karasjokfestivaler.no www.nordkynfestivalen.no www.samieasterfestival.com

www.vmiskreifiske.no www.sommerdagan.no

www.skittentind.no www.musikkfestuka.no www.svalbardturn.no www.kalottspel.no www.stamfest.no www.varangerfestivalen.no www.reineord.no www.hemnesjazz.no www.facebook.com/hinnoyafestivalen www.arctic-race.no www.kulturslottet.no www.bakgaarden.no

www.altasoulogblues.no www.gratangen-kystlag.no www.nordkappfestivalen.no www.verketfestival.no

www.bodoyogafestival.no www.vesteralenmatfestival.no www.monspetter.no www.reginedagan.no

www.lundefestivalen.no www.nordkappfilmfestival.no www.tiendebytte.no

www.northernnorway.com

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Bakgården 15-17 August https://www.bakgaarden.no/ BAKGÅRDEN is arranged between the August 15th and 17th 2019. The festival area is in the centre of Harstad. In 2018 we used a new area, the parking lot across from Harstad cinema.

The festival will also this year be held hear, while the market will be held at the old festival site.

This year you can experience Åge & Sambandet, The September When, Matoma, Sol Heilo, ISAK, Violet Road, Ruben, Blått & Rått, Staut, Åge Sten Nilsen - One night with Queen ft Bel Chorus and Veronica Maggio during the three festival days.

In addition to our concert program on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evening, we also arrange a large market during the day Friday and Saturday. About 90 exhibitors from near and far is found in our sales stalls. The market is in the area between Strandgata and Havnegata, in Strandgata as well as in the square.

Millionfisken July 4-7 https://millionfisken.hoopla.no/sales/millionfisken2019 Millionfisken is arranged the first week of July, July 4 - July 7 in 2019 in Salangen, Troms.

Millionfisken is a fishing competition with a total prize pool of more than NOK 1 million.

But this is not just a competition, it is also a varied ­program where residents, visitors, children and ­adolescents can experience local, national and international artists, ­exhibitors, sales stalls, entertainment and catering in a maritime environment.

On Saturday, August 17, we also host a separate family concert.

Here we present our own children’s musical «Bakgårdskatter», and host artists popular among the younger children

Márkomeannu July 25-28

Lamholmen Festival August 2-3

http://www.markomeannu.no/

http://www.lamholmenfestivalen.no/

Pride, identity and butterflies in the stomach. Márkomeannu is a small, but big, festival which is very important for Sápmi.

We promise great summer atmosphere!

The festival promotes maritime culture in addition to arts and culture from all over Sápmi. It is important to preserve and revitalize the Sami culture with its traditional values. Equally important is the development of art and culture to be innovative.

At Márkomeannu you get the best Sami art and culture experiences - and it is said that the mood of Márkomeannu is unique! This year, Mari Boine, ISAK, Kevin Boine, Annasuolu and Ailu Valle will be visiting.

The Lamholmen Festival takes place in Norway’s smallest metropolis, Svolvaer. The festival area is in the middle of Svolvær harbour on the small island of Lamholmen. ­Surrounded by sea and beautiful Lofoten mountains and between authentic fishermen’s cabins there will be ­concerts over two days with a total of eight artists.

Artists this year are Ska Patrol, Timbuktu & damn, Ila Auto Stavanger women’s, ISAK, BIGBANG, Uncle P and Nico & Vinz.

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No Fagmøbler Landsås Cup ­without sponsors and volunteers Do you already miss Fagmøbler Landsås cup?

Relax. It is less than one year till the next cup.

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Handball event with meaning Fagmøbler Landsås Cup has in recent years been fully booked only days after the registration has been posted. This year 173 teams participated with about 2000 players. In 2020, we hope for an equivalent number of teams and players.

five-hour youth party with the event «On the Stage».

The idea to make this a complete experience for the young handball player came from Rune Selnes, one of the clubs most eager enthusiasts. So, Saturday night we pause the games rigs for a

The date is set. June 5-7, 2020, we can again welcome a handball party in Harstad. We look forward to it. Do you?

nother successful Fagmøbler Landsås Cup is finished.

Both the sporting event and the concert this year were an unconditional success, as it has been for the past seven years.

HK Landsås would like to give a special thank you to the organizer staff which is working night and day both before and during the tournament. It is amazing to see how dedicated you are in your efforts to support the club.

Big thanks to everyone Landsås håndballklubb would like to thank everyone who has helped the club during this year’s tournament. Without the parents this would have been impossible to achieve.

We know that the volunteer effort is huge, but in return we get excited kids and good feedback from other clubs.

HK Landsås will also give a special thank you to our sponsors, which gives us the opportunity to focus on being Northern Norway’s coolest handball event. With your help we have come from an almost dead-end cup, to a sports event where teams are now on the waiting list to be able to participate.

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«We have already started the work for next year’s tournament and concert, and we would like to welcome all handball teams to a super handball weekend also in 2020,» says tournament director Ronny Sørensen.

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OWN CATCH: It is something extra when you can eat food you have acquired yourself, like this great cod that the folk high school students caught on one of their trips. Photo: Tommy Simonsen

SOCIAL: Making proper food, and not just pouring boiling water into a bag, does something for the mood in a group, according to the folk high school students. Photo: Tommy Simonsen

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- If you want the perfect day out, good food is a must Tour enthusiast Tommy Simonsen and his outdoor students at Harstad Folkehøgskole are not in doubt: Good food is important on tour - and that does not mean a bag you pour hot water into.

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hroughout the year, Tommy Simonsen spends much of his time outdoors, and his tours always include a nice meal.

the students in the outdoor life class is to learn to make food outdoors which is tasty as well as provide enough energy for hours of hiking.

- We want to enjoy our time outdoor, and then food is a very important ingredient, says Tommy.

- We have made a few mistakes in that department.

Once we were to make tomato sauce and used two whole cans of tomato puree as well as whole tomatoes and a powdered base for to-

Learning by doing One of the learning goals of

mato sauce. It didn`t exactly taste very good, says Anna Sødahl.

- But that is how it works.

It is impossible to make an omelette without cracking some eggs, Tommy laughs.

Prepare at home All tour meals must be planned before leaving civilization. After shopping, it is a good idea to prepare

some of the ingredients before leaving the house.

For example, fry the minced meat, cut the vegetables and cook any bases for sauces that you bring.

- The social part of preparing and sharing a meal on tour is also important. It is much more special when you cook together for a ­while before you can sit

Lightweight food Sometimes the most important thing is that the food weighs little, especially if one is to wear a rucksack for several days in a row. Here is a list of foods that weigh little and can provide OK nutrition: - Bag of soup and casserole base - Dried meat / stockfish - Energy drinks, coffee, toddy, cocoa and tea - Mashed potatoes, whole grain pasta and rice as an accessory to other foods - Oatmeal (preferably together with milk powder, sugar and cinnamon) - Rice porridge and milk powder (plus own mix with sugar and cinnamon) - Crispbread - Dried fruits such as apricot, raisins, banana or mango - Bake mix for bread on a stick, pancakes, sveler, ­waffles (you only add water and butter or oil) WOK IN THE FREE: With ready-cut vegetables and optional meat or other protein source, wok is super easy to make, too. Photo: Tommy Simonsen

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Recipes Calzone on bonfire Calzone is a baked pizza in Norwegian, shaped like a crescent. If you prepare the ingredients at home, the dish is easy to prepare outside.

Before you go: 1. Make dough from wheat or mixed flour at home and put it in a bag with some oil in it (then it will not stick to the bag).

2. Prepare the filling before leaving. You choose whether you make everything from scratch or if you buy ready-made pizza sauce. Cut the other ingredients, take what you like! Pepperoni, bits of sausage, mushrooms, onions, fried minced meat, strips of beef, peppers, tomatoes, cheese -you choose.

On tour: 3. Roll the dough into a bun and squeeze it to a flat circle.

Adjust the amount of dough and the size according to the size of each individual wish. Rather make two smalls than one large, as the little ones are easier to get fried through. Put the dough on a piece of aluminum foil which is brushed with some oil.

4. Put filling on half of the dough, start with the sauce and finish with cheese.

OMELET ON bonfire: Omelette is easy to make as a tour breakfast, especially if you prepare the batter at home. Photo: Tommy Simonsen

down to eat, than if you just boil water and put it in a bag of freeze-dried porridge, says Viktoria Harmøy.

«Beans, chickpeas and eggs are good protein sources, and can also be eaten by vegetarians,» says Anna.

Important nutrients As important as it may be that the food tastes well and that it stays fresh during your tour, it also needs to contain the correct ingredients so that you have enough energy during long days with activity. Proteins and carbohydrates are especially important.

Eggs are a popular ingredient when the students from the folk high school is on the move. There are separate “egg-containers” for touring, which protects the shell and prevents crushing. Alternatively, you can cook the eggs in advance or break them into a bottle or a tight box.

Replacing the primus?

Do you always rely on your primus and camping stove when you are cooking under the open air?

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5. Fold the dough in half so that the portion without filling covers the portion with filling. Squeeze the joints tightly so that the filling does not run out. Fold the aluminum foil to cover the entire calzone.

6. Fry the calzone on the edge of the bonfire. Eat as it is, straight from the foil.

««Fried rice» on bonfire Fried rice can be termed as Asia’s answer to puddlein-pan - a perfect way to use leftovers. In addition, it is super hiking food, as it is both healthy and nutritious. It is cheap too.

1. Cook rice, preferably boil-in-bag if you want to avoid too much dishwashing. Ordinary rice can of course also be used.

2. While the rice is boiling, fry the onions and garlic in a separate pan. Then add, for example, shredded ham, mushrooms, carrot or other things you like, and fry.

3. When the rice is cooked, mix in the ham and vegetable mix. Then make a pit in the rice and break in eggs. For one bag of boil-in-bag it is suitable to use three eggs. You can easily break the eggs at home and carry with you in a bottle or sealed box.

4. Flavour with a little soy sauce and pepper. Served in generous portions and eaten easily with spoon or fork.

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Baked pizza, or calzone, is tasteful and different tour food - and not difficult to make. Photo: Tommy Simonsen

Cinnamon-swirl on a stick

Basic dough for calzone, stick bread etc.

Something sweet is a delicious ending to a meal, or simply just nice food out on the trip. Bread on a stick is also fun for children, which can easily be included in the making of it.

3 dl of lukewarm water ½ hp fresh yeast, possibly 1 pk dry yeast 2 tablespoons oil ½ teaspoon salt 7 dl wheat flour

Before you go: 1. Finish the dough at home. The dough does not have to be sweet, since sugar is added gradually, so you can use the same dough as the calzone. Also prepare a bag with a mixture of sugar and cinnamon, where the mixing ratio is about 2/3 sugar, 1/3 cinnamon.

On tour: 2. Take a piece of dough and roll it to a sausage, the thickness of a finger. Swirl this like a spiral around a wooden stick. If you make some air between the dough rolls down the stick, it is easier to get it cooked all the way through.

3. Dip the stick with the dough into the sugar and cinnamon mixture, and make sure you get the goodies on the whole dough.

4. Fry the cinnamon bun on the embers and share good stories.

Stir the yeast with the water and add oil, flour and salt. Knead the dough well and let it rise - in the bag is perfect, unless it is too cold outside.

Easy bread on a stick dough: 2 cups of wheat flour 1 teaspoon baking powder (or dry yeast) a little salt water Mix two cups of wheat flour and one teaspoon of baking powder in a bowl and add a little salt. This is kneaded with water to a suitable dough

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Our recommendations in Harstad

Archipelago tour - B&B Touring

Authentic meals at Bark

Delve into Harstad’s history

Explore the rugged archipelago in Harstad under the guidance of the knowledgable B&B Touring.

Real food made out of the best local ingredients from Northern Norway prepared with real feelings.

Use all of your senses to the fullest and learn more about Harstad’s history at Trondenes Historical Center.

The Adolf Cannon

Hospitality through 10 generations

Harstad’s spectacular waterpark

Visit the only intact battleship cannon in Europe, which was placed during the Second World War.

Daydreaming in Elgsnes

Accomodation in scenic surroundings.

Experience Northern Lights activities during the winter, or enjoy the beach life on the sandy shoreline in the summer.

Trondenes Church

Visit the world’s northest church from the Middle Ages, and enjoy the fine art and architecture dating back to the late 12th century.

Treat yourself and your beloved ones to a unique and sincere meal in Harstad’s hidden pearl.

Hiking up to Keipen

Hike up one of Harstad’s most popular summits and get rewarded with an amazing view. Perfect photospot for the Midnight Sun and the Northern Lights.

Underneath the city and inside the mountain you will find Grottebadet. Here it is summer all year!

Kayaking in Harstad

Explore the archipelago in Harstad by kayak or canoe and experience the glow of the Midnight Sun in a unique way.

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Tornerose

- where dreams come true Since 1985 the store Tornerose has helped people fulfil their handicraft dreams. The store owner, Lars-Ivar Lilleng, believes this has to do with peoples need to create.

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he unique concept at Tornerose is popular in the region. During June, July and august the focus is on wedding presents, guest duvets, bed-linen, curtains and sun-screening for houses and cabins, and handicraft and yarn for the knitting addicts.

Sewing wave If you have a sewing project, we have what you need.

Now we have, among other things, jersey for clothes and some quilting fabrics.

Just stop by and let yourself be inspired by the quality of the fabrics. We are noticing a growing trend that people like to mend their own clothes, as well as sew new ones. People are very creative, and we love to help them fulfil their dreams, says Lars-Ivar.

Knitting for everyone At Tornerose the shelves are filled with yarn in all colours and qualities ­imaginable.

During the summer months we sell more of the lighter yarns such as mohair, cotton and linen. We are supplier for several yarn producers, and we are happy to help you find the right colour combinations for your knitting project, says LarsIvar as he shows us knitting needles in carbon.

Tornerose also arranges knitting-cafe together with the coffee-shop Rustikk.

Here you can meet fellow knitters and learn from each other. Whether your project is small or big Tornerose is always prepared to help.

Curtains - more than a shelter against the sun Textiles in your home gives the interior a lift and binds it all together. At Tornerose you can buy curtains, blankets, pillows, tablecloths in the same series as other interior items to give your home a collective style.

I addition to the 300 readyto-hang curtains they offer, you can also choose from 800 sample curtains. If you want, the staff at Tornerose can help you measure, fit and sew curtains to your home. It doesn’t get easier than that.

We find that many people choose lighter curtains for the spring and summer, and more heavy curtains for fall and winter, often as a colourful addition to other sun blinds. We are the largest supplier of Luxaflex products in our region and have their “shop-in-shop” on display

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in our store. This gives our customers the opportunity to see and try the Luxaflex products before they buy. We can tailor all products to your need, says Lars-Ivar.

Lars-Ivar grew up with a mother who in some periods knitted as much as 52 sweaters a year. She also followed her dream to start her own store (Tornerose). The dream was to have a business where the customers could crate beautiful knit wear and beautiful homes. Lars-Ivar can also see the same passion his mother had in his customers.

- We would love to hear about your next project, says Lars-Ivar. Stop by our store for a creative talk or find inspiration on our website www.tornerose.no. You can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Snapchat.

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Data Boost - Unlimited data whenever you want.

You get unlimited data usage for 1, 3 or 12 hours at a small fee, whereupon you can stream as much sports, movies or series as you can muster - which is in addition to the data allowance already provided!

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For the one who wants to bring all the entertainment of the world in their pocket. No matter where you are. With Telia X you will never need to run out of data again. For NOK 579 per month you can surf and stream no matter where you are.

Online with the customers At Telia in Amfi ­Kanebogen service is king. Here they can help you with most things concerning telephones, and they even offer some good advice for free.

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he Telia store is located at the second floor in Amfi Kanebogen.

Many people find their way here: Everything from parents looking for the best options for their youngest, to seniors looking to buy their first smartphone. A welcoming and knowledgeable staff is ready to help, if you are looking for a new SIM-card, transfer data or to purchase a new phone.

was convinced that this was the place to settle down.

-We have several regular customers who drop in just to say hello, both private customers and companies.

Our private customers love Music Freedom - a service that allows you to stream as much music as you like, without using up your data.

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or the caravan, and the whole family can stay connected.

The mobile broadband is also useful for people living in the more rural areas, were the connection speed is not so good. Truck drivers and such also enjoy using this during long breaks, says Joachim

people, but cell phones are not what they used to be.

Huawei are the most popular now, and they excel in different areas.

Our staff can help you find the phone that best suits your needs.

good service whether you shop online, in another Telia store in Norway, or locally at Telia Amfi Kanebogen.

You can even try us out for two months, and if you are not satisfied you get your money back, Joachim can tell us.

-Have you ever considered how much you use your phone every day? A phone is no longer something that you only call or text from, it has become an essential tool in our everyday life. If you consider these things, the Find the right phone price isn’t all that bad, If you are in the says Joachim. market for a SVITSJ - change your new phone, phone every 12 months.

It is good to you can see With the program SVITSJ have a place to and touch you can change to a brandgo when you the newest new phone after twelve have technical models in months if you want to, and problems. the store. you get screen insurance With Telia you Apple, included. get the same Samsung and

A subscription for ­everyone The shop manager Joachim Nielsen is originally from Stavanger, but after a beautiful vacation in Harstad he

Same connection speed with mobile broadband We also sell a lot of the mobile broadband. Northern Norwegians love traveling, and with this little device there is no need to worry about running out of data. Bring it with you to the cabin, the boat

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Focusing entirely on quality and service Harjinder Sing Gahlla at Dolly Dimple’s is steadfast with his recipe for success which he has used for the last 10 years: providing the best food and service.

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e do our best to provide our customers who visit us the best quality of pizza, says Harjinder.

He and his employees ensure that both locals and tourists are served delicious pizza every day at Dolly Dimple’s at Amfi Kanebogen.

- Great quality and service is essential for me, and it is the reason we can continue year after year, says the boss.

Meat for the gentlemen, something new for the ladies Dolly Dimple’s has a large selection of pizzas with

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different tasty combinations, but there are five pizzas that stand out among the crowd and are considered the favorites. «Sult» is found at the top of this list; a pizza with marinated beaf, pepperoni, ham, bacon, minced meat, onion and mushroom toppings.

The runner up is «Banker’s» with minced meat, onion, bacon and cheese as toppings.

The ladies’ favorite is «Thaisommer II», which is a pizza with chicken, pineapple, cashews and coriander toppings.

- The ladies to be a bit more curious and dare to try

something new, whilst men often want the pizzas they know they like beforehand, says Harjinder.

«Tiddelibom» is the favorite among the children, with ham and minced meat as toppings. The pepperoni pizza is also very popular among the youngest.

- Children are even able to decide what toppings they want when ordering a «Barnas Ali», says Harjinder.

Open until late at night – every day The pizza restaurant is open each and every day, despite it laying at Amfi Kanebogen. Monday to Saturday,

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the pizza restaurant is open from 11 AM to 10 PM, and on Sundays from 1 PM to 10 PM. It is possible to eat at the restaurant, order take-away or call to get a pizza delivered to your house.

- Coming here every day is an everyday luxury. It is quite nice to get food served, and not to worry about making it yourself, says Harjinder, and adds: - Besides; everyone likes pizza! Welcome to us!

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Electric trends at G-sport at Amfi Kanebogen:

Electrical bicycles gets more people active The threshold for getting more people active has become even lower now.

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tore manager Jostein Kajander and his employees notice an increase in popularity for electrical bicycles at G-Sport at Kanebogen Amfi.

- Electrical bicycles has really become the new trend. For many people it will become easier to cycle longer distances, and it is easier to get up those hills that normally are exhausting to climb with a normal bicycle, says Jostein.

Only the most enthusiastic of cyclists bothered to cycle throughout the whole year, but we can see a surge of people that cycle to work throughout the year.

battery capacity has some such a long way that it isn’t a problem to cycle in freezing conditions anymore. You just need to change to winter tires when the snow comes, and you are good to go, says the store manager.

Families sharing a bicycle Between 70 and 75 percent of eletrical bicycles sold at G-Sport are bicycles for women.

rience before using an eletrical bicycle, hence few electrical bicycles are sold to children.

Electrical scooters on the other hand are easier to handle, and are popular among children and adults.

- Cycling on an electrical bicycle is just as easy as on a regular one. You yourself can decide in what gear to ride, and how much assistance you want from the motor, says Jostein.

Powerful batteries It has been several years since the electrical bicycles came onto the market in Harstad, and there have continuously been upgrades on the models.

Popular and best in test To fully enjoy the benefits of a motor, it is important to spindle the bicycle pedals. There is a speed limit of 25 km/h build in all verified electrical bicycles sold in Norway. This means that the engine automatically will cease to assist when you reach the set speed. It will still be possible pedalling in an ordinary fashion.

- The batteries and motors are steady getting more powerful and better. Batteries last longer before they need to recharge, and motors are running more smooth – both over flat and uphill terrain, explains Jostein.

The smallest batteries last 45 kilometers, whilst the largest last 150 kilometers before they need to be recharged. Each battery can be recharged at least a 1000 times before they need to be replaced.

- You can use an electrical bicycle the entire year. The

- Bicycles for women are easier to mount and dismount, and is a good fit when several people in a family are sharing a bicycle, explains Jostein.

There is no age limit for electrical bicycles, so anyone could use it in theory. It is advisable to have traffic expe-

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ARCTIC AQUA – - a different experience!

Photo: Marius Arvesen

In the middle of the harbour at Engenes, on the beautiful island of Andørja, you find the adventure centre Arctic Aqua.

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The trip out to the full-scale feeding-raft and the cages is done with our RIB called «Lightning 2», which takes 12 passengers. We provide you with a floating suit and necessary safety equipment, and you are safely transported back and forth by our experienced RIB drivers.

After a refreshing tour on the sea we highly recommend that you stop for lunch at the Midnight Sun Experience

We give you a ride on the edge of the salmon cage, so that

you can also see the salmon up close.

In our viewing room, located on the premises of Midnight Sun Experience, you can tap digital screens and select the topic you want to know more about by watching a movie or reading the information on the screen. With your visit we can offer a personal guide who will answer any questions you may have in order to tailor the visit for you.

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rom our facilities we communicate timely and fact-based knowledge on one of Norway’s most important coastal industries.

Here you get a unique opportunity to visit the feeding raft for the salmon and meet the people who work there.

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Cafe. Of course, there is also salmon on the menu.

If you found the mountains alluring from the sea side, you can rent rooms at Midnight Sun Experience and spend some time to climb Langlitinden, the highest peak on an island.

Arctic Aqua is owned by Kleiva Fiskefarm AS, a family business with local roots and

Photo: Marius Arvesen

Practical info: hearts for the environment and the local community. The centre was opened by Erna Solberg in April 2013, and has so far had visits from all over the world, including China, Australia, the United States, Hawaii, and many other countries.

At Arctic Aqua everyone is warmly welcomed, whether you are small or large, alone or in group, tourist or neighbour!

Open Monday - Friday 9am - 3pm Want to visit us at other times?

Contact us by phone or email..

Arctic Aqua Andørjaveien 1692, 9455 Engenes Mobile phone 48 49 11 11 Email: aqua@arvesen.com www.arcticaqua.no Visit us on facebook: Arcticaqua

How to find us?

- Express boat Harstad – Tromsø which call at Engenes - Ferry from Stangnes and continue by car to Engenes - Car via Mjøsund bridge

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Authentic food Authentic food and ­feelings – it is the ­mantra of the eatery Bark.

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e dedicate ourselves to deliver the best culinary experience for the customer, and strive to provide quality throughout the whole chain, says Nils Arther Gjeitanger.

riences for his guests. That is why he prioritizes local produce. Refnes matglede delivers smoked ham, cured ham with green peppers and kvæfjord cake, Ottestad farm delivers pork and veal, Dalheim farm delivers lamb and Elde farm delivers vegetables. In addition comes fresh and locally caught fish in all kinds of variants.

of our best sellers, in addition to our tapas dishes, says Gjeitanger.

The customers really appreciate the fish dishes on the menu.

- It may sound dull, but we focus on combining tradition with modern techniques. It will drive us to make a more exciting and classy fish gratin than the one you are used to at home.

He owns and runs the eatery Bark in the center of Harstad, and has dedicated himself to create the quality food expe-

Popular fish The menu at Bark is updated frequently, but the popular dishes stay season after season.

- Fish gratin, fish soup, lamb shank and bacalao are some

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Rustic Even though the food and service at Bark is top notch, Gjeitanger reassures that his eatery isn’t too fine and stiff.

In addition to the talented cooks in the kitchen, he has recruited two sommeliers who adivse guests on choice of wines.

- We combine the fine together with the rough to create a warm rustic atmosphere.

This is reflected in our interior and menu, says Gjeitanger and adds: - We have a high standard when it comes to delivering culinary experiences. It is something that both the locals and tourists deserve when coming to Harstad!

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B&B Touring go above and beyond:

More than just beautiful landscapes The complete package

When you tour with B&B Touring, the goal is to become rich on knowledge and experiences.

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ur philosophy is that you learn something new when you are on a trip with us.

You can find beautiful nature in many places, but our unique history can only be found here, says Johan Bjørnes.

Stiklestad – how it actually went down, says Johan.

He runs B&B Touring together with Oddvar Bremseth.

They specialize in guided RIB tours where they narrate about the region whilst you are on a sightseeing tour.

- Many people believe that they aren’t interested in biology, but when they join us on one of our trips and get to learn how it all hangs together, people get a newfound love for it. It is such a giving experience when people are curious and really care, says Johan.

Johan and Oddvar, who guide on their own tours, can tell about events ranging all the way back from the Ice Age to climate changes in the north.

No cock and bull stories The region of Harstad has a rich viking history. Johan and Oddvar make it their case to tell the customers true stories rich with facts.

- We don’t tell no cock and bull stories at B&B Touring, only factual ones. Someone else can tell the fictional tales of Tore Hund, whilst we narrate his actual part in Norway’s conversion to Christianity, Saint Olav and the prelude to the battle at

Biology in nature’s ­classroom The science of nature plays a crucial part in the company’s guided tours next to the viking history.

A neverendring thirst for knowledge Whilst tourists are open to new learning experiences and tend to be very curious, are locals often astounded

over the knowledge about their environment that they previously weren’t aware of.

- Almost everyone is interested in viking history, but biology can be a hit or miss with most people. We adjust our guided tours for our customers, to make the experience worthwhile for everyone, says Johan and adds: - We have guided tours for school classes as well. It is very rewarding to teach them about the archipelago, instead of whatever is happening on their phones and tablets.

With more than 11 years of experience is the duo in B&B Touring ready to take on new challenges. They are planning on more land-based experiences in the future where storytelling will be a vital part.

- The more I do this, the more history I learn myself.

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B&B Touring can offer the complete experience package in Harstad’s archipelago when they team up with providers of culinary brilliance.

B&B Touring has build a simple house, Midgard, in Sundsvollsundet on Bjarkøy where they take customers who want to combine food with storytelling.

After a boat trip packed with storytelling, the guests will arrive at a house with exquisite food. Here B&B Touring collaborate Bark or Kokkens Mat among others for a complete experience. Here you will be served delicious food ranging from a bowl of fish soup to a three-course dinner. Such an experience would take 5-6 hours and is perfect for the groups that are looking for a unique experience.

- People come here to ease the tension in their shoulders and philosophize at the seaside.

Many people appreciate this in an otherwise hectic everyday, says Johan Bjørnes.

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- Bakgården - the peoples party Bakgården has put together a beauty of a line-up with fabulous bands and artists who will surely create the good festival atmosphere everyone likes.

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ingalong and wonderful concert experiences is guaranteed when Åge Aleksandersen, Veronica Maggio, The September When - led by Morten Abel, Violet Road, Blått & Rått, Staut and not least the wonderful Queen tribute performed by Åge Sten Nilsen and Bel Chorus goes on stage. Not to mention Matoma, Isak, Sol Heilo and Ruben.

Fairytale For us to have all these bands on the same scene in little Harstad is almost like a fairytale. And when you consider that you «only» pay NOK 200 per band per

night, it is no wonder the festival both believes and hopes the venue will be filled this year as well.

year’s 10th anniversary was unanimous: This area works brilliantly and gives the festival public a better venue than was the case with the old Bakgården.

- We have lowered the prices of day pass compared to last year. Hopefully this will also help convince people to get out of the couch and into our festival area. This year we will have even more seating, and the supply of both food and drink will also be better.

- Not least, it allows us to put out more benches and tables, so people can sit.

We are a city festival and it is hard to stand on asphalt for so many hours. So, this year we will make sure that there is more seating in the festival area. Hopefully there will be a lot of people, so we can show the artists that we have the world’s best audience here in Harstad.

Glorious The festival area will be in the parking lot at Harstad cinema also this year. The experience and feedback from the public after last

With sales from several bars, both inside the area and in the front yard and several sales points for exciting food, it should be no problem finding something

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to satisfy the pallet inside the festival area.

An important year Although the festival has been arranged ten times before, this year’s event is in many ways very important and represents a new beginning.

- Bakgården Harstad AS is a brand-new non-profit company that will stand on its own feet. And like all start-ups, we are, of course, dependent on people wanting to buy what we offer. If there are not enough audiences at the festival, it is not certain that Bakgården as we know it will last for years to come. Fortunately, ticket sales have been very good, so we are reasonably certain that this year’s festival will also be a popular party.

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Åge og Sambandet:

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- An exciting and varied program Bakgården is very proud of this year’s program, which offers artists from the top shelf in the musical landscape.

Here you will find everything from catchy folk and pop rock from the Norwegian artist Åge Aleksandersen, to tropical house and pop magic from the most popular female artist in the Nordic region, Veronica Maggio.

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–- We have decided on artists that we know will give us great concerts. That’s what it’s all about for us: To give our festival audience magical concert experiences with artists they like, or artists that they didn’t know they liked before they got to experience them at Bakgården.

Below you can read a little about this year’s artists, sorted by day:

Thursday:

Friday:

Veronica Maggio: The critically acclaimed Swedish pop star has won five Grammis, two P3 Gold, three Rockbjörnen and three Gaffa awards in Sweden. She has been voted the Nordic Region’s most popular female artist, and is the first female artist to have sold out a concert at Stockholm Stadium!

The September When: This year is thirty years since the band released their first album and ten years since they were last on the road. Led by Morten Abel, it becomes a formidable walk down memory lane when the band performs their most famous hits.

Ruben: He is from our neighbouring island Bjarkøy and stood on a major festival scene for the first time during Bakgården two years ago. Since then, he has become a pop star with two Norwegian Spellemannspris nominations. buy tickets at

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Matoma: The music producer and DJ Matoma has more than one billion streams worldwide.

To Bakgården he brings his full band to play monster hits like «False alarm», «Running Out» and Coldplay remix «Adventure of a lifetime».

Queen - Åge Sten Nilsen feat Bel Chorus: Queen’s songs are immortal, which was further enhanced and revitalized with the stunning Bohemian Rhapsody movie, which won four Oscar awards. Åge Sten Nilsen has a fantastic voice and together with the local male choir Bel Choruss he performs the best songs from the Queen catalogue.

ISÁK: With Stjernekamp winner Ella Marie Hætta Isaksen as the lead figure, the trio ISÁK has taken Norway`s music scene by storm.

ISÁK is simply one of the most promising electropop groups from Norway in a long time.

Staut: Folk rock band STAUT has taken music and festival Norway by storm. Bakgården promises to show why they are referred to as one of the best live bands in Norway.A review in the Norwegian newspaper Dagbladet says that the song «Øpin grind» gives us a musical taste of Bruce Springsteen and the E-Street Band in folk rock mode.

Saturday Åge og Sambandet: This year it is 35 years since the rocker from the Trondheim region released the iconic album «Levva Livet».

It is celebrated with a tour called «3570». 2019 is also the year Åge Aleksandersen turns 70, and of course this national rocker comes to Bakgården during his jubilee!

Sol Heilo: Music’s response to Pippi Longstocking, former Katzenjammer-member Sol Heilo, came right into the Norwegian living rooms this winter thanks to the popular program «Hver gang vi møtes”.

There she charmed and excited everyone with her energetic musicality.

Violet Road: With great musicality and an infectious mood, there is hardly a band in the country that exudes a bigger musical excitement than Violet Road. Where these guys show up, the party is on, which has made the band a highly popular live band.

Blått & Rått: For almost 30 years, Blått & Rått have rocked the region with their music. Twenty years ago, the band released the album Oppned, and of course it should be marked. When songs like Oppned, Nytt Liv, Profet i egen by, Svart & Hvitt og D e ikkje nøye, the crowd is encouraged to sing along.

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The market - the heart of Bakgården The market during Bakgården has grown for years and is attracting more and more people to the city centre. This year we are aiming to make the market even better by inviting the audience and exhibitors to fill the city centre for two days full days.

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ast year, nearly 12,000 people visited the market at Bakgården, and the 80 exhibitors really got value for their money.

Several reported the best turnover ever, exhibitors sold out the goods they offered, and there were even «complaints» that there were to much people. This year we hope that even more people will be drawn to the city.

tion, we create a separate food corner where people can find something good to eat. Saturday we also open Strandgata for exhibitors, and with thousands of people enjoying themselves, hopefully in beautiful sunny weather, it is set for another perfect Bakgården weekend

Bakgård - The market will also this year be held in the original Bakgården venue. Here we put up the tents and invite exciting exhibitors already Friday 16 August. In addi-

The opening hours for the market are extended, to the benefit of exhibitors who over the years have despaired that they have had to pack their cases while the city still is buzzing with people. Both Friday and Saturday, the market will be open from 10 am.

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Exhibitors Although the market at BakgĂĽrden has experienced a large growth in the number of exhibitors, the market manager Lena Magnell has room for more.

- We have room for more than 80 exhibitors, and we encourage companies, teams, associations, individuals and others to participate. The market has consolidated its position as the most attractive market in our region. BakgĂĽrden and the market are therefore a unique place to profile your business.

Visit our website and sign up for your company, says Magnell.

Although there is construction work in the square in Harstad during this year’s festival, both Harstad municipality and contractor Harstad Maskin AS have promised that access during the festival will be very good.

- Since it is also election kick-off this weekend, it will also be possible to meet all political parties in Harstad. They have their stations on the south side of the square.

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Aktiv Events keeps expanding their horizons:

Strive to deliver the best of experiences It all started with a bachelor party for his best friend Rolf. Now Per Helge «Pekka» Johnsen strives to create and deliver memorable experiences for others.

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t probably sounds like a cliche, but I am here so others can experience things that they thought they wouldn’t be able to do or afford on their own, says Per Helge Johnsen – or known by others as Pekka.

Pekka was earlier involved in activities as skydiving, bungee jumping and other extreme sports when he one day decided to make this his career. It all started when he arranged a bachelor party for his best friend. The idea was simple; he was creating activities for everybody attending, so they all had

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an activity they could do together. This quickly lead to his first enquiry – a company booking activities for a group of 40 people. It all just escalated from there on out, and Pekka now leads one of the leading activity companies in the region.

Pekka runs Aktiv Events in Harstad, where he takes people on different activities and creates memorable experiences in the region. Aktiv Events also delivers activities in regions such as Sortland, Lofoten, Narvik, Tromsø, Bjerkvik, Bardu and Alta.

Complete experiences with Aktiv Events Aktiv Events delivers experiences across the entire chain – from individuals, groups and bachelor parties, to large companies, tourists and celeb guests. Pekka and his staff can create activity packages that would fit anyone’s needs, and could last somewhere in between half an hour to several days.

The demand for activities in the winter, between November and April, is greatest with Asian tourists. They want to see the Northern Lights, majestic mountains, go fishing and cave hiking.

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Evenes to a packed schedule with transport, experiences, food and accomodation, says Pekka.

Pekka would gladly bring customers along on his tracked carrier or snowscooter and take them up to their cabin on top of Sollifjellet during the winter, or to the large lavvu in Aurora camp on Aunfjellet. Here you can enjoy good food and stories as they wait for the Northern Lights to show herself dancing across the night sky.

Seen in many places Aktiv Events is often to be seen across the many festivals and holidays in Northern Norway during the summer.

There you can try different water-based activities such as flyboard, fun balls and water

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scooters. The company’s mobile playland, Funparks, is very popular in Northern Norway. Enjoy activities such as bouncing castles, slides, bumperz soccer, bungee trampolines and much, much more.

Aktiv Events also has rental of large displays, often paired with live film production which are seen during concerts, festivals and sport events.

- Many activities can’t be experienced without us, because most individuals don’t tend to spend the money needed to buy all the equipment needed. But with us at the scene, anyone is able to experience fun at land and sea without it costing a fortune, says Pekka.

Own office in Bysenteret Aktiv Events has recently gotten new offices in Bysenteret.

The central location makes it possible for anyone to stop by

and spontaneously sign up for some of the events they have to offer. It is possible to book all activities at the office, both in- and outdoors experiences.

You can find Funparks by Aktiv Events in the same offices – just a short walk from the bus stop.

is a GPS-based treasure hunt in Harstad. Each team or customer is supplied with a tablet which will show new tasks to complete during the hunt. It is an activity for both small and large groups, and perfect for companies or groups of friends.

- We have a 7 meter high climbing wall, Harstad’s first «escape room» with the ambition of setting up 1-2 more, and laser tag with equipment from Darklight System v7.

We have 6 years of experience with laser tag. We have rental of bicycles, snowshoe equipment, climbing gear, cross country skis, skimountaineering equipment, boats, kayak and lavvus. We are opening new tree camps in August, where people are able to sleep in tents in trees and enjoy a great view of the sea, says Pekka.

Steadily expanding Even though Pekka and his customers can look back on 15-20 years of unique experiences, they have their eyes set on the future. Aktiv Events will continue to expand, and the first course of action is to increase his staff with full time employees in addition to the 15-16 people that work as guides, instructors and technicians.

- This is my life. I strive to make people happy, and I will continue on doing so, smiles Pekka.

Activities at Aktiv Events - Cave hiking - Sea fishing - Northern Lights - Whale safari - Mountaineering - Photo safari - Snowshoe trips - Fun with snow - Paragliding - Midnight sun experiences - Climbing - Treasure hunt - Archery tag - Lazer tag - Escape room - Water scooter

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Bar Harstad/Verftet/Terrassen bar har nasjonale og internasjonale artister og DJs på scenen året rundt, populært for både tilreisende og harstadfolk.

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Gallery of Northern Norway – a pearl in the middle of Harstad Gallery of Northern Norway, drawn by the architect Jan Inge Hovig. Originally designed as a swimming hall and community centre, it got turned into one of the most grand exhibition premises for modern art in Norway.

World class art The gallery presents challenging and thought-provoking world class art, by both established norwegian and international artists. Gallery of Northern Norway wants to make contemporary art available without compromising the art or underestimating the audience. Several exhibition are on display throughout the year, in the form of both solo and group exhibitions. The gallery has fixed opening hours from thursday to sunday when exhibitions are on display. The gallery is open outside of ordinary hours for groups who wish a guided tour. Our art conveyor also offers courses and lectures associated with the exhibitions.

For small and large occasions The gallery is a beautiful premises for both professional and private events like seminars, meeting and concerts. The gallery premises is suitable for up to 150 guests and can be for day or weekend events. We also offer artistic features, guided tour of the exhibition or a historical art lecture. The gallery is also a popular location for concert, and Harstad Kulturhus arrange their monthly lunch concerts in at our location.

Local musicians and choirs also love to present their artistic expressions in the well lighted premises.

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Get inspired by eye-opening film and visual art!

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elcome to Harstad’s very own film festival! The popular and renowned Arctic Moving Image & Film Festival (AMIFF) comes to Harstad for the fourth time between 17 and 20 October..-20. October.

Join us for a long weekend filled with film and art experiences. Watch an intriguing documentary from Northern Norway or experience a videowork that breaks boundaries.

Interesting panels and activities for kids are also found at the festival.

AMIFF celebrates film in all of its’ expressions through the past, present and the future – and surges through our society, arctic backyard and beyond. We have showing of conventional movies, and moving images as in film art, time-based installments and sculptures which give opportunities to explore the point of contact between these. We have guests from all around the world that come to Harstad to present their works and participate in the panels.

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Live Kino AT Harstad Kino!

We just got the ability to stream live performances from concerts and theatre from all over the world! You can already experience it this summer by witnessing a live stream of Mozart’s opera Don Giovanni from the Opéra national de Paris the 21st of June – and a concert with Westlife from Dublin the 6th of July.

new hearts to conquer.

Could the combination of these lead Giovanni to a fatal end?

Don Giovanni – Opéra national de Paris – LIVE STREAM Harstad Kino // friday 21st of June // 7:30 PM // Tickets: 200 NOK

Westlife: The Twenty Tour from Croke Park - LIVE STREAM Harstad Kino // ­saturday 6th of July // 9 PM // Tickets: 200 NOK // 18+ Westlife is back! It has been 20 years since their first number 1 hit, and finally the time has come for the reunion tour that fans have longed for. The concert in Dublin will be streamed live at Harstad Kino the 6th of July!

The irish studs Shane,

Nicky, Mark and Kian have to come to perform new material and some of their classics – among them all their hits that reached the top english charts. This includes «Uptown Girl», «Flying Without Wings», «You Raise Me Up» and «If I Let You Go» of course.

Don’t miss this unforgettable night at the cinema with one of the most sensational comebacks in pop history!

Don Giovanni has conquered the hearts of women everywhere. This is also the thing that gets him into trouble. Masked, he is trying to win over Donna Anna, who fights against this. Her father comes to the rescue, but loses his life in a duel with Don Giovanni.

Donna Anna and her fiancée swear their revenge. Donna Elvira’s heart aches after Don Giovanni left her, but his servant, Leporella assures her that life is better without him and that she is neither the first or last woman to fall for his charms.

Don Giovanni’s previous lovers band together in a quest for revenge, whilst Giovanni is looking for

Music by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Libretto by Lorenzo Da Ponte Conductor: Philippe Jordan Director: Ivo Van Hove Set: Jan Versweyveld Lighting design: Jan Versweyveld Wardrobe: An D’Huys Dramaturgy: Jan Vandenhouwe Paris Opera Orchestra and Chorus Don Giovanni – Étienne Dupuis Il Commendatore – Ain Anger Donna Anna – Jacquelyn Wagner Don Ottavio – Stanislas de Barbeyrac Donna Elvira – Nicole Car Leporello – Philippe Sly Masetto – Mikhail Timoshenko Zerlina – Elsa Dreisig In collaboration with Metropolitan Opera, New York 3:40 including a break

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Hekla Philharmonic

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hat do you get when you combine Hekla Stålstrenga and Arktisk Philharmonic? The answer is beautiful music, a delightful tour and the spirit of christmas. You can experience it live the 18th of December in Harstad Kulturhus!

Hekla Stålstrenga has become a national sensation. The band has sung and played their way into the heats of people with songs like «Har du fyr», «Vise ved vintersolverv» and «Vinter». You can hear their greatest hits accompanied by our orchestra on the christmas tour. It will be classical music dressed as folk music – and of course christmas songs.

-​ Arctic Philharmonic is the coolest folk music group in Northern Norway, and ­travelling with them on tour will be amazing.

Mutual respect - We are both friends and fans of Hekla Stålstrenga, and when you combine the fantastic people and music of Hekla Sålstrenga with an energic orchestra from Northern Norway, it will bring the musical experience to a whole new level, says program director Catharina Roos Bilsbak in Arctic Philharmonic (previously NOSO).

Hits and christmas music The audience will be taken on a nostalgic trip through time paired with a good dose of christmas music. People get to hear Hekla Stålstrengas biggest hits, like «Har du fyr» and «Vise ved vintersolverv».

Hekla Stålstrenga consists out of Ragnhild Furebotten (fiolin and song writer), Tore Bruvoll (guitars and song writer), vocalist Anne Nymo Trulsen (pump organ and song writer), Trond-Viggo Solås (bass) and Ole-Jakob Larsen (drums).

Hekla Filharmoni Spiller i Harstad Kulturhus, Storsalen, onsdag 18. desember kl. 19:30

- It is a christmas tour after all, so we promise a lot of christmas songs, says Bruvoll and Bilsbak.

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The ­architecture of Jan Inge Hovig Jan Inge ­Hovig (1920-1977) • Norwegian architect renowned for public building raised after the second world war • City architect in Narvik from 1947 til 1950 • Started his own architect office in Oslo in 1950 • Many of his buildings can be found in Harstad, Narvik and Tromsø

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Harstad is one of the most exciting cities of Northern Norway when it comes to architecture. Amongst the cosy squares and the charming wooden houses, you will also find architectural pearls (post war) drawn by the renowned Norwegian architect Jan Inge Hovig.

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fter world war 2, many Norwegian cities needed to recover their identity. The city of Narvik, which experienced massive destruction during the war, hired the Norwegian architect Jan Inge Hovig as their city architect. He would later play a big role in city planning, apartment construction and signature buildings in the region.

Samfunnskvartalet/ Community quarter Harstad swimming hall and Harstad community hall & cinema were all part of the

community quarter, which with its strong form set the tone for the new architecture of Northern Norway. The community quarter would contain a community hall, public pool, public offices and offices for rent, which were all symbols of unity and development.

Nuclear physics and red leather seats Harstad cinema is an architectural pearl which was finished in 1954. Reaching into the street with a bright neon sign telling everybody what is to be found behind the doors

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of oak and glass. A massive marble column that stretches across two floors highlights the principles of the modernistic architecture. The floor covered in copper and marble detailing is inspired by nuclear physics, while the walls are covered with pink marble from Fauske, 360 km south of Harstad. The cinema could seat 630 people in its original red leather seats.

Today the cinema is upgraded to accommodate modern standards, and we highly recommend a visit.

Glass, air and water Harstad swimming hall was opened with pomp and circumstance in 1958 when mayor Leif Bothner dove into the pool with his suit still on.

Since then many people have gotten to enjoy the swimming hall in the centre of Harstad.

The building has a distinct

and functional form with huge glass windows to let the daylight in, and a facade covered with big sheets of concrete which are visible from the inside. Today you will have to visit Grottebadet across the street if you want to go for a swim because the swimming hall is now occupied by a gallery, Galleri Nord-Norge. The room is adjusted to meet the galleries need for light and up the stairs you will find a mezzanine floor. But even though the room is dry the tiles along the floor does still tell the story of the original pool. During the year exhibitions of both national and regional interest can be seen in the gallery.

Punkthuset - the tallest building in Harstad This eleven-story tall building was finished in 1957 as a part of Skolegaten housing cooperative. It was not common with such a tall building at the time, and there was no shortage of objections from the surrounding houses. But, the post-war lack of housing was obvious, and with a Mayer who had much focus on housing, the first high-rise in Harstad was built. This building is a slim quadratic apartment complex, with a staircase and an elevator in the centre of the building.

You should go for a walk between the pastel buildings which is especially beautiful in the evening sun.

Sculptural landmark When a new and modern church were to be raised in Harstad, the renowned architect Hovig got this assignment. In addition to the church building itself, he also designed the interior benches and liturgical furniture. The shape of the church is simple, yet powerful, with clean lines, and natural materials like slate and natural stone where used to enhance the structure. Placed in the middle of a park and on top of a hill above the city centre the church is an important landmark, and with the church tower it even gets a sculptural quality.

Harstad church is the first working church built in Norway, which means it has several functions. In addition to its 500 seats it also has a kitchen and a lounge area. The church was consecrated by bishop Alf Wiig in 1958. When you stop by Harstad church on your tour of the city, you will find the statue of Hans Egede, also called the apostle of Greenland, outside the church entrance. The triangular alter piece shows an assembly of Jesus sermon on the mount and Hans Egede preaching

to the people of Greenland.

In addition, the church has two glass paintings of the Northern Norwegian artist Jardar Lunde.

The beauty of a functional expression The architecture of Jan Inge Hovig falls under the later part of the functionalistic era. The word comes from the Latin term functio, which means to function, execute or complete, this type of architecture broke through in the 1920’s. With this, one removed all unnecessary decor to make something new and fresh, and the use and construction of a building was to be expressed in the way it was built. A functional expression was beautiful.

The five point of ­functionalism: 1. Skeleton of steel-reinforced concrete 2. Flat roof with terrace 3. Open internal plan 4. Horizontal ribbon windows 5. The free facade should be composed Other renowned buildings in Harstad by Hovig is the Rasch-Tellefsen building in Sjøgata 1, Harstad Gymnas (high-school) and Håndverkernes hus (on the corner of Hvedings gt and Normanns gt)

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FLAWLESS: Martin Storeng Isaksen (from left to right) and Normann Aronsen will gladly answer any questions about painting and renovation.

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Obs in Sjøkanten shopping center:

The art of shopping smart If you suddenly would run out of paint in the middle of your renovation project, or you are lacking a grill for your summer party: you need not fear with Obs near!

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ou don’t really need a plan when shopping at us beforehand. We have long opening hours and everything you’d need under the same roof, says warehouse manager Stig Jensen.

The shop is open from 8 in the morning until 11 in the evening (10 on Saturdays) and its’ employees and staff are at the ready to help their customers with all their needs.

Refurbishment late at night - People are often busy and have their days all planned

out. Job during the daytime before you go home to your family, and continue with errands at home. If you’d then renovate late at night and run out of paint in the middle of your project you do not need to stress out. We have everything available on our shelves so you can come and pick up whatever you need, or one of our staff will gladly assist you in choosing the correct item, says Stig.

Normann Aronsen is one of the staff members that the manager refers to, and is at the ready to help the customers.

Normann has worked in the store as long as Stig has, namely 19 years. He knows everything you need to know about your refurbishment project as he is the sales manager for building and housing.

- We stand at the ready with advice on products, and methods on how to best apply these to help our customers.

The market steadily gets introduced to new products, and we have good knowledge about how these are put to good use, says Normann.

Price guarantee on paint Recently there has been good progress in the field of paint.

- Earlier there were only oil-based paint products for use of both in- and outdoors. Nowadays we can find environment-friendly paint,

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which lasts just as long as oil-based paint, says Normann.

Obs is the largest retail shop with the longest opening hours in Harstad. That gives a very clear competitive advantage. The same goes for the store’s price guarantee on paint. The store makes it a point to be the cheapest within paint products. If you find the same kind of paint at a lower price with one of their competitors, Obs guarantees that you can buy the paint at the same price.

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Cont. from previous page the store has something for everybody.

- It was just a few years ago that only those with a lot of money could afford gas grills, but now there are gass grills in so many variants and price ranges that these aren’t exclusive anymore. But I have to admit that I myself swear to charcoal grills - due to the tastiness it provides, says Stig with a smile.

Grilling with gas is easier if you’re going to grill different kinds of meat, fish and vegetables that all need different heat treating.

- With more burners and different heat zones, it is easier to control the temperature in the grill. This provides different grilling experiences than with a charcoal grill which are harder to adjust, says Stig.

Among the different brands, Obs has the bestseller from Flying Culinary Circus in store.

He and store employee Marcus Våg Asvald tend to see many sold bicycles roll out of the store.

- It is DBS and Merida that deliver splendid products year after year. The people know that those are of high quality, says Kai Roar.

You can have a bicycle for many years as long as you maintain it properly.

- My best tips would be to degrease and lube the chains often. When cycling in environments rich with dust and sand, you need to clean the chains regularly to prevent damage on your gears, says Kai Roar.

Both chain lubricant and degreaser can be found on the shelves in Obs – along with anything you would need in your daily life.

- Shopping smart is an art – and you can do this at our store, says warehouse manager Stig.

BICYCLEMANIA: Marcus Våg Asvald (from left to right) and Kai Roar Kind sell many bicycles - especially from the DBS and Merida brands.

These brands are known for their quality products.

- Those are grills of great quality – just as good as Weber, whom are known to be great with grills, says Normann, who informs us that those also can be bought at Obs. Fun for children Obs has something for everyone. Whilst mom and dad find it rewarding to search for solutions regarding their renovation projects, is there more fun to be found for children in the department of sports & leisure. There is an impressive selection of bicycles to be found between spring and summer at Obs. - We tend to start the season with bicycles for children and teenagers, because they tend to be the ones in need of them first. The adults tend to buy new bicycles when we approach summer, says Kai Roar Kind, sales manager for sports & leisure.

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KINGS OF GRILLS: Stig Jensen (from left to right), Martin Storeng Isaksen and Normann Aronsen are eager grill enthuasiasts that gladly will advise you when buying a new grill. At Obs you can find both gas and charcoal grills

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BON APPÉTIT: There are many tempting dishes on the menu. Alexander, Jorunn, Bjørn Inge, Merse and Dilia present some lunch favorites.

Obs!-café

– a modern classic With a new menu and bright premises stand Bjørn Inge Andersen and his colleagues at the ready to serve both new and returning customers.

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e have customers that already are outside our doors at 8 AM in the morning, and who immediately enter when we open at 9 AM. It is a pleasant feeling knowing that someone is there with us when we open in the morning, says Bjørn Inge Andersen.

others visit the café more sporadically.

He is leader of sales at Obs!-café at Sjøkanten shopping center. He makes sure, together with his 20 colleagues, that it is possible to enjoy dishes ranging from sweet waffles to moisty burgers. Part of their customers are regulars and come to eat several times a week, whilst

The menu gets renewed several times a year, latest in the start of June. New salads and burgers starred on the menu, among the classical omelet and the famous «Sjøkanten burger». The menu contains many temptations, but none of them can compare to the classical meatballs.

Something on the menu for everyone - The thought behind Obs!-café is to eat good food that will make you full. It means that we need to have a varied menu with good portions, says Bjørn Inge.

- We sell around 11.000 portions of meatballs a year, which makes it our most popular dish, says Bjørn Inge.

15.000 waffles Waffles are another bestseller at Obs!-café. The waffle iron is, literally, running hot at the café. Around 15.000 waffles are sold over the counter each year!

- We also have many fresh and tasy sandwiches at the ready at all times, says Bjørn Inge.

Among the best in the country Obs!-café has seating for 220 people inside and 35 people outside. On days of good weather, it is especially cosy to sit at the café and be shielded from the sour northern wind. With delicious food

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and a pleasant location, it is no wonder that Bjørn Inge and his colleagues are having a lot of success. The café is namely the largest in the entire chain, and last year the café at Sjøkanten shopping center had the highest revenue out of all the Coop cafés in the country.

- We will do everything we can to deliver the best product possible, and create as much food as possible from scratch. We know that our customers appreciate this, says Bjørn Inge.

New items on the menu: - Salad with brie and cured ham - Greek chicken salad - Club sandwich - Bacon BBQ burger - Breakfast burritos

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”The Road is Just a Surface” til Festspillene i Nord-Norge

Storslått musikalsk og visuell reise av Anja Garbarek og Jo Strømgren Anja Garbarek er endelig tilbake etter en lang pause, og kommer til Festspillene i Nord-Norge med sin kritikerroste musikalske forestilling om psyken, ”The Road is Just a Surface”, hvor Jo Strømgren Kompani har koreografien.

Torsdag 27. juni er det klart for «The Road is Just a Surface», et musikkdramatisk verk som utforsker opplevelsen av å bli fanget i en følelsesmessig fastlåst livssituasjon — og lengselen etter å komme videre. Verket er et samarbeid mellom Anja Garbarek og Jo Strømgren, og startet med et ønske om å sette musikken i et scenekunst-format, hvor de audiovisuelle bildene, koreografien og interaksjonen mellom utøverne på scenen er viktige elementer.

tankevekkende forestilling som både er visuelt slående og viser Anja Garbareks genialitet som låtskriver og komponist.

Her møter kunstpop av ypperste klasse Jo Strømgrens surrealistske verden, sier Utsi.

«The Road Is Just a Surface» ble også utgitt i albumformat i 2018, og har fått strålende anmeldelser. Anja Garbarek ble nominert til Spellemannprisen både i komponistklassen og åpen klasse. Festspilldirektøren er overbevist om at det blir en festaften i storsalen i Harstad kulturhus; - Anja Garbarek har vendt tilbake etter 12 år med musikk som både står nydelig alene på plate, men som også legger grunnlaget for et fantastisk musikkdramatisk verk.

Musikken er både vakker og skremmende, og skaper en nydelig reise, både visuelt ogFoto: Bjørn Opsahl musikalsk, inn i uro, lengsel og et intrikat sinn, fortsetter Utsi.

Festspilldirektør Maria Utsi så forestillingen under Festspillene i Bergen, og gleder seg til å presentere dette verket i skjæringspunktet «The Road is Just a Surface» er det kritikerroste nye urface er et musikkdramatisk som mellom musikk, verk, dans og visuell kunst.

I The RoadGarbarek, Is Just asom Surface møter musikkverket av Anja i møte medviJo en av å bli fanget i en følelsesmessig - Dette virkelig videre. en perle som det er stor Bob, skildret gjennom hans forventninger, Strømgrens tankevekkende og finurlige regi og koreografi, n — og lengselen ettererå komme stas å presentere for festspillpublikummet bevegelser fullendes i en fortellingogombevissthet. å finne en Med livsveiseg i enpå skog av i år. Forestillingen har mottatt strålende scenen har Garbarek danser Line Tørmoen kompliserte barndomsminner. av Norges mest bemerkelsesverdige kritikker etter premieren på Festspillene og bratsjist Bergmund Waal Skaslien. mer og har siden debutenogi 1992 i Bergen, har gått for fulle hus også særdeles vellykkede utforsking av alske spenningsrommet i Operaen. mellom Publikum kan gledeForestillingens seg til menneskets indre er oppslukende både musikalsk, visuelt ine visuelle og teatralske uttrykk en dypt fascinerende, underholdende og

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En vakker reise gjennom det musikkdramatisk opplevelse menneskelige sinn. ★★★★★ ★★★★★★ Einar Engelstad, Kristin Aalen, Olav Gorseth, Bergens Tidende Vårt Land Bergens Avisen

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The adolf guns Visit one of the largest battleship-cannons put on land in Europe during the second World War. With its four guns it became the largest and most powerful battery along the 5000 km long Atlantic Wall, and today these cannons are the only ones still intact and possible to visit.

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isit Harstad offers two daily tours together with HĂĽlogaland Veteranbussforening in the period from June 17th till August 18th. Online booking on www.visitharstad.no.

The tours starts in Harstad city centre on board the old bus X35, which is familiar to most locals, but it is also possible to board the bus by the original gate at Trondenes.

At the meeting point in Trondenes it is possible to park for free. Follow the signs to Adolfkanonen, and the parking is clearly marked.

Important information to visitors at the Adolf Guns!

Bring photo ID for registration before entering the army camp. Passport, driver licence etc Photography or video not allowed after entering the camp.

No photo restrictions inside the cannon Tours during the rest of the year on request to Visit Harstad by mail post@visitharstad.no or phone +47 770 18 989.

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New this year is that all visitors need to register with photo ID when entering the army camp at Trondenes. Registration is done by the guide on the bus.

Guided tours summer 2019 Price: NOK 195 per person, children under 7 years no charge Online booking on www.visitharstad.com June 17. – August 19. Twice a day

First departure 12:30 Departure from Harstad city centre with veteran bus X35 12:45 Departure from the old gate at ­Trondenes leir (clearly signed) 14:15 Return from Adolfkanonen. ­Possible to disembark at Trondenes and ­Harstad city centre Last departure 16:00 Departure from Harstad city centre with veteran bus X35 16:15 Departure from the old gate at ­Trondenes leir (clearly signed) 17:45 Return from Adolfkanonen. P ­ ossible to disembark at Trondenes and ­Harstad city centre

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Harstad for free The best in life is free, they say. Here you find some of the ­activities you can do in Harstad without spending money.

Selsbanes seil The 50-meter-tall fountain is easy to spot in the harbour.

It is created by the artist Geir Samuelsen, and it is intended to honour the Viking Chieftain Asbjørn Selsbane who lived in Trondenes. When the wind blows the fountain shows its true form as a sail.

Street-art Harstad is the home to many artists - so many that the art even stretches out into the streets. Several places in the city centre you can find artwork made by many different street artists - and maybe you will even find something completely new? On the walls of the town hall, in Hans Egedes Gate and in Fjordgata you can find some of the largest and most popular street art of the city.

Generalhagen You find Generalhagen in Storgata, the main street, and it covers two blocks. Originally this was the private garden for the general, therefore the

name «The Generals Garden».

The general’s mansion burnt down in 1942, and after the second world war the garden was made a public park. In the park you will find the statue of the general himself, major general Carl Gustav Fleischer.

There is also a music pavilion in the park, which was built as a statement building and symbol of the growth in the cultural life of the city. The pavilion was the main concert scene for the brigadier band which was established in Harstad already in 1911.

everybody, and the gallery is open from Thursday till Sunday. The gallery building is a piece of art, drawn by the architect Jan Inge Hovig. Before the gallery was opened, this building was a swimming hall and community hall. You can still see the original tiles from the swimming pool both on the inside and the outside.

The gallery hosts approximately 12 different exhibits every year, and it presents both sobering and challenging arts from national and international artists.

Harstad public library Harstad library is the main music-library for the county of Troms, and it has the largest public collection of music in Northern Norway.

Concerts and lectures are held on a regular basis. In addition, you can borrow books, e-books, movies and music, all free of charge.

Kasfjord city 12 km north of Harstad city centre you find the most charming little place - Kasfjord city! This miniature city consists of about 100 residential houses, shops, church, concert hall, OL-facilities and much more. Mostly the buildings are made from recycled materials, and it is refurbished and expanded every year. You find benches and tables around the city so that the visitors can sit

Gallery Northern Norway The city gallery makes contemporary art available for

down and really take in the atmosphere in the city and the beautiful surroundings.

The city is open for visitors from early summer till the first snow.

Harstad Church Just west form the city centre you will find Harstad church.

The church was built as a working church, which means that is has multiple functions in addition to the normal church activities. This helps the church come to life also during the week days.

Inside you find the triangular alter piece that shows an assembly of Jesus sermon on the mount and Hans Egede preaching to the people of Greenland. The church also has to spectacular glass paintings made by Jardar Lunde, one in the back of the church and one to the north of the choir.

The Troll forest In the forest above Brokvik, about 20 km south of Harstad city centre, you can find the

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forest of the trolls. It is a relatively easy hike which takes you up to a spruce forest. As you walk in between the trees you will meet trolls in all shapes and sizes. Keep your eyes open, you never know where they hide…

Public beaches Even though the swim temperatures may not be the warmest, there are several public beaches and places you can swim in Harstad. In Folkeparken there is a fresh water lake with a small pier,

Photo: Line Kristiansen

prepared fire places, benches and tables. A swim in the lake may even feel good after a nice hike along the paths in the park. Another fresh water lake is Hagavannet, close to Trondenes. In Kanebogen, close to Harstad camping, you find a pebble beach, and if you go to Gressholmen (not to far from the forest of the trolls) you find a beautiful white sand beach. Altevågen in Trondenes is also a nice place for a day out by the sea. All these areas are prepared with fire pits, benches and tables.

Hilsegate - Harstad greet street If you find the Norwegian people a little bit strict and private, you can visit our greet street in the city centre.

Here everybody is expected to say hello to people they meet, and we encourage you to stop for a chat with the locals. On your map the street is called Rikard Kaarbøs gate.

Ferry-ride In the county of Troms all pedestrians and cyclists can travel with the ferry free

of charge. This means that many areas around Harstad is available without cost.

For example, a bike-ride to the neighbouring islands of Grytøy, Bjarkøy and Sandsøy. You take a ferry from Stornes to Bjørnrå, and from there the next islands are connected by bridge and tunnel. Or you go the other way, with ferry from Stangnes to Sørrollnes to visit Andørja.

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REFURBISHING: Pål Sørvoll and Daniel Cristea is completing a massive refurbishing project. Here you see the laser tag field in the works.

SAM lekeland renewes:

More focus on young adults and company visitors With laser tag, trampoline park and escape room in the house, SAM lekeland (activity park) will focus more on young adults and company visitors.

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his is going to be amazing! says Pål Sørvoll, manager at SAM lekeland.

The reason is that he has great plans for this indoor activity park. During the summer and fall massive changes will take place behind their doors.

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but now they will expand in order to offer several activities for the older kids as well as the adults.

We need to give the youth activities they enjoy to get them inside the doors, says Pål.

Lazertag for youth and adults The 250 square meter laser-tag area is new this

year. Dressed in special wests players hunt each other with laser-guns inside an exciting maze.

There is much running, adrenalin, action and excitement.

It will be just like re-enacting one of the many video-games the youth know, but in a controlled environment where security is the main focus, says the head of the activity park.

In addition to being popular among teenagers, laser-tag is well suited for team building events, bachelor/bachelorette-parties, family events

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or activity night for a group of friends. The laser-tag arena has a smoke machine, UV-lights and sound system and is also a good place for a disco-birthday or other private events. In addition, you can also rent rooms as a meeting or party venue.

Indoor trampoline park During fall and toward Christmas, parts of the activity park will be equipped with 5-6 trampolines. We have gotten many requests for high quality stunt trampolines, so thath is exactly what we have ordered, says Pål.

SAM ­Lekeland More than 1200 square meters in three levels filled with adventure for all age groups

FUN FOR ALL: Both children, adults and teenagers can have fun with laser tag

Open every day, all week.

Monday - Thursday 15:30 - 19:30, Friday Sunday 11:00 - 19:30 All rides and equipment approved by the ­Norwegian Veritas Offers pool table, trampoline, mini-pitch, climbing-wall, f­ oam-pitch, VR-games, venue for birthday parties and other arrangements as well as a wide range of games. Lazer tag, trampoline park, escape-room and relax lounge coming.

MODERN EQUIPMENT: The laser tag equipment at SAM lekeland is brand new and modern POPULAR TRAMPOLINES: Daniel Cristea, Lise Marie Bakke Nesheim and Pål Sørvoll are looking forward to opening one of the first trampoline parks in Northern Norway.

Earlier people have had to travel to the south to visit a trampoline park, but now it will all be found in Harstad.

Brain exercise in an escape room At the same time as the trampolines are getting sent over, SAM lekeland will also build an escape room. The concept can be found in many countries, and the point is to solve a mystery within a time limit. To do this you need to work through several tasks which puts your brain to the test. In other words, a perfect team building activity.

We already have this concept available by using VR-glasses, and that is very popular. This is the reason we now choose to make a room where you can physically solve the tasks together as a team, in other words a perfect team building exercise, says Pål, before he adds: Here you can really fill the hour with fun!

Also, room to slow down By the end of the year a relaxation lounge will be ready at the top end of the play area. Here the kids will have

Lazer tag

The participants are divided into two teams and given wests fitted with laser sensors. Each team has their laser-gun and will eliminate their opponents by hitting their wests. The game is often played out in a maze and you have a time limit of 10 - 15 minutes. The infrared beams used in the game are completely safe. International laser tag tournaments are held regularly all over the world

20 - 30 square meters to wind down. In this area the lights will be dimmed, and the music will be relaxing.

- At SAM lekeland there we want to offer experiences for everyone, and everybody is welcome, says Pål.

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Escape Room 3-6 participants work together through the whole game. The team is locked into a room for one hour and will need to cooperate to find clues and solve riddles before the time runs out. The participants must be good at observing things and be able to separate useful from useless information. Each escape room has its unique theme, appearance and background story.

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I Nord-Norge har vi opplevelser i verdensklasse rett utenfor stuevinduet.

Vann og vind gir oss verdens mest miljøvennlige strøm.

Det skal lønne seg å handle lokalt.

Både for miljøet, lommeboka og ditt lokalsamfunn.

Vi i Polar Kraft er stolte over å ha noen av Norges mest fornøyde og lojale kunder.

I tillegg bidrar vi årlig med millioner til kultur og idrett i Bodø, Fauske, Lofoten, Vesterålen, Narvik, Ballangen og Harstad. Gjennom Polar Kraft-fondet deler vi årlig ut 700.000 kroner til lokale lag og foreninger, og har siden oppstarten gitt nærmere 5,5 millioner i støtte til lokal idrett via Kraft til idretten.

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VELKOMMEN TIL ARKTISK VINFEST 2019 Vi ønsker velkommen til den syvende utgaven av Arktisk Vinfest i Harstad.

Festivalen hvor mat, drikke og velvære er i fokus. Faglig påfyll, underholdning, gode middager, messe og vintog står selvsagt på programmet, i tillegg til nye arrangementer som «Champagnelunsj», «Lokaløl-duell», og sist men ikke minst årets nyskapning «Winemakers Dinnershow» med Jørn Hoel og Christer Berens!

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Travelling in Harstad on four wheels Harstad is beautiful, with gorgeous surroundings that are definitely worth paying a visit. By renting a car at one of our car rental firms, you can drive and explore the region.

Experience this unique region on four wheels, and visit our highlighted spots in just a few hours. You won’t regret it!

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Highlights within a 1 hour drive Hemmestad docks How about enjoying a delicious coffee at Hemmestad docks this summer? The docks lies in Kvæfjord municipality and is open from end June until mid August (closed on Mondays). Hemmestad docks is rich on culture – it is as if time stood still the past 200 years. The store, boathouses and Nordland that bathe at the seashore create the illusion of going back in time. The old trading post has become museum in modern times. Here you can find the old pier house still intact with post office and and shop. Relish a joyful lunch with Kvæfjord cake and coffee as dessert. Driving distance: 30 minutes.

on display. The museum also narrates a very unique history in how people who were labeled «not eligible for skilled training» were able to develop and grow through artistic expression.

Trastad Gallery has both a national and internal collection of Rå Kunst/Outsider Art. Much of the arts are created by earlier residents at the Trastad Gård institution. The art can be seen in the gallery’s premises. One of the most important purposes of Trastad Collections is to increase the collective knowledge about the participation and acknowledge of «outsider groups» in an artistic fashion. Driving distance: 30 minutes.

Trastad Collections Trastad Collections is an art and culture historical museum and gallery. The museum has roots dating back to 1954 where, Trastad Gård, once was a institution for the mentally deficient in Northern Norway until 1991.

The museum has an authentic care ward for disabled people in Norway after 1945

Tjeldsund bridge The perfect spot for photo enthuasiasts. You are able to stop the car at the road pocket near the bridge to take some beautiful pictures. You can also use this opportunity to get refreshments or something to eat and drink at Tjelsundbrua Kro & Hotel. Driving distance: 30 minutes.

Nupen Nupen is a popular viewpoint to witness the midnight sun and is on many people’s bucket lists when coming to Harstad.

You can find this gorgeous place in our neighboring municipality of Kvæfjord. Nupen has been awarded «Norway’s most romantice spot» in 2009 by travel magazine «Reise & ferie». Driving distance: 20 minutes.

Beaches and mountains on Elgsnes Elgsnes suits anyone – it has both a beautiful sandy beach to relax, and it has majestic mountais if you are looking for a hike up to a summit. The hike up mount Elgen (534 m.a.s) starts at the beautiful sand ebb at Vågen. It may sound like a demanding hike, but you will be rewarded by a view that will leave you speechless. Driving distance: 35 minutes.

Tjeldodden coastal fort There is a lot of interesting war history to be found in Tjeldodden coastal fort on Tjeldøya. You can find a bunker on Ramstad on the way to the fort dating back to

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the war. The fort was build by the Germans, and here 300 soldiers were stationed during the war. Here you could find their headquarters, ammunition storage, cinema and much more. The fort’s task was to defend the passage to Ofotfjord and the arrival of vessels to Narvik and Bogen.

You can still find building that date back to the war on the island. You can find more war history about Tjeldøya on lovest.no. There is a grill cabin at the top of the fort open for use to all visitors. You can also try your luck at fishing. Driving distance: 90 minutes.

Liland docks Delve back into the cultural history of the Liland docks.

The local coast organization has used over 7000 hours of volunteering to narrate the story in the best possible way. Some social and cultural events are arranged at the docks, and there is a café open in the sumer season.

There is also a harbor for small crafts, with a capacity of 50 boats in addition to the guest spots. Driving distance: 50 minutes.

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Highights within a 2 hour drive Experience Lofoten Lofoten has really claimed its position as one of the most popular destinations in Norway, and rightly so! Lofoten lies only a couple of hours drive from Harstad. Lofoten is known for its white beaches, steep mountains and rich sea. Here you can

do it the easy way and camp out in a tent, or check in at one of the unique fisherman’s cabins.

There are also several shops, galleries and museums located there. There are 230 kilometers of the National Tourist Route in Lofoten that goes between Å and Raftsundet, with bran-

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ching roads to Nusfjord, Vikten, Utakleiv, Unstad, Eggum and Henningsvær. Driving distance: A couple of hours.

Lapphaugen If you are looking for a good starting point to explore a mountainous region, we

recommend travelling to Lapphaugen. Here you can find both a camping site and café with often good weather forecasts.

Besides, the lake Lapphaugvannet is an inviting and refreshing bathing experience when the weather allows it. Driving distance: 90 minutes.

Highlights within a 3 hour drive

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Polar Park Have you always wanted to experience bears, wolves and lynxes in their natural habitats? Or see elk, reindeer and musk? Then you can travel to Bardu and Polar Park.

The park is the largest in the world when it comes to the amount of area per animal.

Join in on free guiding about predators, or make reservations for your own private guided tour. You can also tra-

verse the park on your own.

Driving distance: Between 110 and 150 minutes – depending on what route you take.

Andøyas ytterside You can follow the national tourist route for 58 kilometers along the outskirts of Andøya.

Here you can visit places such as Kleivodden, Bleik and the mountain formation of Bukkekjerka. Driving distance: 180 minutes.

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Fabeløya nature playground This is the world’s northernmost nature playground, situated in scenic surroundings on historical ground in Sørrollnes in Ibestad municipality. The drive itself is short, but if you include the time used on the ferry you are looking at a bit over an hour travel. The park consists out of climbing towers, lattice tunnels, small and large fairytale creatures, grill cabins and much more. The park is open every day all year round.

Driving distance: Just over an hour, including ferry.

Trip to beach in ­Myklebostad Sure, we can experience the tropical feeling in the north as well! At least that is what it looks like in Rusvik at Myklebostad. The beach lies by the end of county road 711. During sunny days with northern winds this is a po-

pular bathing spot. The beach is shallow and is suitable for children. You can also find a rich war history here. From the turnaround you can follow the path to «radiohola», where there were illegal radio listening on the London radio during the 2nd World War..

Drive: About 1 hour and 10 minutes.

Highlights within a 4 hour drive The fairytale island of Senja Senja has world class nature, serenity, clean air and spacious areas. Here you can experience both mountains and fjords, with excellent

Charger stations No reason to have “charger panic” around here.

There are numerous places you can charge your electric or hybrid car. Among others you find charger stations in Leknes, Lapphaugen, Setermoen, Sortland and Harstad. A number of websites, like ladestasjoner.no and elbil.no, have a good over­ view of where to find your closest charger station.

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view from the National Turist Track that winds along the far side of Senja.Bergsbotn, Ersfjordstranda, Husøy and Tungeneset are some of the places that deserves a visit.

Drive: 200 minutes.

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A sense of history at Elgsnes farm Across the mountain Aun, and down the steep winding road on the other side. Take right at the bottom of the hill and follow the road to the end.

try to get as many kinds of fish as possible. Often, they are a group of friends who make the fishing a friendly competition, Tore can tell us.

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Tore himself enjoys fishing, but only to get food on the table. He tells us that he has been fishing since he was a little boy, but he doesn’t have as much time now as he used to.

ere you find the most beautiful white sandy beach, and at the farthest end of the beach, the red main building of Elgsnes farm.

The red main building, called Normangården, was built in 1723, and was originally the main house for the trading post Raten. In 1798 the farmhouse became a guesthouse by permission from King Christian VII of Denmark and Norway. In 1914 the old guesthouse was turned in to a family home, and around 2013 the house was restored back to its former glory, and once again ready to welcome guests.

Elgsnes has been inhabited much earlier than 1700, and traces of settlements dating as far back as 10 000 years have been discovered in the area. In addition, finds have been made that could be

traced back to the younger Stone Age, Viking Age and Merovingian Age. Fishing tourists from all over Europe Today Normangården, and its owner Tore Ruud, welcomes more than 1000 guests during the summer. They stay in the old farmhouse, which now is upgraded to meet all modern needs, such as TV and WiFi.

Winter tourists are ­welcome Even though Tore has hit the big 70, he has no plans to cut down on the work. His newest focus is to expand the season

at the house, and welcome guests during winter as well.

-We have the perfect conditions to watch northern lights out here. Almost no light pollution, and the few lights we have, I control and can turn off if necessary, Tore laughs.

Tore Ruud can also offer something for local companies or tour groups in his renovated boat-house on the beach.

Here he works together with other local suppliers to offer a gourmet experience by the beach. And, if the weather gets a bit cold he will light the stove to give a nice natural warmth.

-My best feedback is guest who come back year after year, says Tore Ruud. That means that they have enjoyed their stay.

The conditions for fishing in the area is also great. Andfjorden, the fjord just outside Elgsnes, is known for its halibut, and it is good possibilities to catch cod, pollock, cusk, haddock and redfish. Some of our guest are out to catch the biggest fish, while others Commercial magazine for shopping and adventures in the Harstad region

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The idyllic archipelago:

Grøtavær – adventures to cherish Do you dream of spending your vacation on a private island? Or to roam around the ­archipelago by bike? With Grøtavær Brygge as your base, the dream can come true.

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n the archipelago outside Grøtavær you will find myriads of uninhabited islands and skerries ready to welcome guests who are looking for experiences out of the ordinary.

- We are more than happy to help our guests get out to the islands to experience a few quiet hours on a deserted beach outside Grøtavær.

You can bring your own lunch, or we can prepare a picnic basket for you, Noralf Leitring tells us.

As the manager of Grøtavær Brygge he is passionate about creating the best experiences for all guests who visit the area.

Caribbean vibes A trip to Grøtavær, which is situated at Grytøy and only a short ferry ride and drive

northwest of Harstad, offers both the classic Northern Norwegian scenery as well as an exotic vibe resembling the Caribbean. Here you find the steep mountains inviting you to go for a hike, a versatile archipelago with white sandy beaches and crystal-clear water, and a rich animal and bird life.

-These are magical adventures that you will only find along the coast of Northern Norway, according to Noralf.

He himself is born at Grytøy, and he is a true patriot who loves all the nuances of his area.

-But, he reminds us, even though the beaches are white and the ocean clear, you will be reminded that you are north of the Arctic Circle as soon as you put

your toe in the water. Luckily this doesn`t stop us from having days where the air temperature reaches 25 – 30 degrees Celsius.

Noralf is a creative guy, and he is continuously developing new products.

His latest project is glamping – which is a luxurious form of camping. During summer 2019 you can try this at Grøtavær. Here you can spend the night in a high-quality bed, in a lavvo in the middle of nature. You fall asleep under the midnight sun and wake up to an undisturbed view of blue ocean and white beaches.

It can even feel like beeing stranded on your very own island.

On two wheels in the archipelago In addition to the beautiful and hidden beach pearls, Grytøy and the neighbouring islands Bjarkøy and Sandsøy, are the perfect place to spend your day on two wheels. Grøtavær Brygge offers bikes to rent

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for individuals and groups, and by bike it is easy to find marked nature trails for new adventures. Grøtavær is also a good starting place for mountain hikes, with or without a local guide. And if this was not enough, you can rent a steady boat to go fishing in the rich fishing grounds outside Grytøya.

Bryggeloftet At Grøtavær Noralf can also offer traditional experiences in the old wharf, but this is only for pre-booked groups of 10 – 150 people. Maybe a birthday celebration, or a wedding, in this charming venue could be something to consider. You arrive by land or sea and are greeted with song and an introduction to the traditions of Grøtavær.

The food served is of course based on local ingredients and traditions.

Noralf welcomes all his guests with humour and warmth, and a desire to make your stay an adventure to cherish.

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Travel tips: Folkeparken is a good starting point. From here you can hike to several different traditional shelters, (gapahuk) both by water, inside the forest and at a peak

ENERGY STOP: Food and drink is important on tour, says siblings Karen, Hanna and Magnus Ă˜wre.

Hiking with children: - Parents must be patient Hiking with children is no challenge if the parents take it easy and do not stress.

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unn Elin Fedreheim is the head of the Barnas Turlag, a branch of the Norwegian Hiking Association, in Harstad and has hiked a lot together with children of all ages. She believes that it is up to the adults to make the hike a success.

- Kids can do almost anything.

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to walk. The clue is that the parents stay patient, she says.

As an adult, one is often used to having a specific goal for the hike: You set out to ascend a certain peak, travel a specific distance or reach the goal in a set amount of time. When you hike with children you need to change that mindset.

- Kids do not have the same goals for a hike as adults do.

They enjoy climbing trees, picking flowers and jumping from rocks. We just need to be patient and let them play, and the hike will be a joy for the children as well as the parents, says Gunn Elin.

Gunn Elin and her partner Tommy Ă˜wre often bring their three children, Hanna (4), Karen (6) and Magnus

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(9), on short and longer trips.

More than once, the youngest girl has insisted on taking the tour in a princess gown and to bring her toys along.

- I think that is okay – that is not the battle we need to win.

She can go for a hike in the dress, and we bring a change of clothes for when she finds the dress a bit annoying, she laughs.

ALL DRESSED UP: Sometimes a dress is the only thing a four-year-old is willing to wear, and that is ok if gives everyone a nice trip.

Popular tours: Maistua and “vikingdomen” is a popular destination in Harstad - also for the children. The cottage is open for everyone, but you need to have a key to enter. You get the key in the summer months with Kiwi Medkila.

Gangsåstoppen is also a suitable destination for children and their parents.

Great view on the top, and a shelter where you can make a fire.

READY, SET, GO: Almost dressed and ready for the trip. Karen puts on a dress, Hanna the rainhat and dad Tommy and mom Gunn Elin approve the choice of footwear before they are ready to leave.

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New slope opening December 2019 at

Sollia Alpine Centre In scenic surroundings only 8 km outside the city ­centre of Harstad, you find one of the best family ­friendly ­alpine ski-centres in Norway, Sollia Alpinsenter. ­Currently big expansions are in motion, and the goal is to give visitors even better facilities.

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aily manager Knut Granås tells us about big investments in the months to come to make Sollifjellet even more family friendly.

in good time before the season starts, Knut can tell.

son, to much joy for both locals and tourists, Knut says.

Knut also says that they are facilitating artificial snow in the long run to be able to accommodate professional sports. The goal is to have a super-G trail approved by FIS, but to have this they will need a harder surface which is difficult to accomplish with only natural snow.

The new slope will be to the right of the existing slope, and it will be fully lit and accompanied by a separate lift. The lift will be a plate-lift, which is a bit easier to use for beginners than the existing t-lift. We expect to be ready in December 2019,

Powder snow with a view The alpine centre today has a variety of slopes, all with a spectacular view from the top where you can see Vågsfjorden and Andfjorden while you whiz down on powder snow.

We are situated in an area very rich in snow, so this is one of the most «snow-stable» place in our region. This is one of the alpine centres which opens first and closes last in the sea-

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Family-trip to Sollia In Sollia the smallest children can have fun in the

toboggan slope or try the 62-meter-long auto walk.

There are also simple jumps and rails for those who would like to try, and with 5 slopes, 320 meters of elevation and 7,2 km trails there should be something for everyone.

In the cafe you can enjoy the Easter sun in the outdoor area, or catch a breath in one of the 130 seats inside. The cafe offers coffee, tea, some warm dishes and regular kiosk items.

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Ski course and ski rental At Sollia Alpinsenter you can rent alpine skis, snowboards, off-piste-equipment and helmets, which can also be used off premise. We also offer ski-course for any one person and smaller groups. Just contact us on our website, and we will accommodate you as best we can, says Knut Best freeride terrain in Norway In Sollia you also find an amazing terrain for freeride

skiing. It is easily accessible by taking the main lift to the top of the mountain. We have also prepared an area at the end of the mountain so that you can run all the way to your car and drive back up to the lift.

Sollia Alpinsenter was named the best freeride terrain in Norway by the magazine Fri Flyt, and with a new slope the conditions will be even better next season.

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Our local bank on 68 degrees north

A regional powerhouse January 1st, 2019 the savings banks of Harstad and Lofoten merged and became Sparebanken 68°Nord.

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his merger was desired by two successful banks, says Werner Martinsen. Martinsen has been the manager of Lofoten Sparebank and will continue as manager in Lofoten for Sparebanken 68° Nord.

-It is during the good times we need to build for the future, and that is what we now have done, he adds.

-The forces working towards centralization are strong in our country, and we see the need to make strong alliances in our region in order to secure local wealth also in the future. We stay offensive and facilitate so that the local communities along the whole latitude also in the future can benefit from a strong local bank with local commitment.

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Regional centre of gravity A stronger interaction along the latitude of 68 degrees north is desired by local companies, municipalities and people in general.

Sparebanken 68°Nord is seeking to mobilize collaboration across established regional borders and structures. By seeking cooperation with other positive forces our goal is to make the latitude 68° north a seamless regional centre of gravity.

Local ownership is important to make this work, as well as good infrastructure.

The big road-projects and the modern digitalized work market will make it easier to maintain a good workflow through the whole region.

Sparebank 68°Nord strives to be a driving force in the development towards the region of Ofoten/ SørTroms/Lofoten/Vesterålen

to become a stronger and even more developed centre in Northern Norway.

-Our goal is to be one of the most important pillars on 68° north, and we want to be in front in order to further strengthen, gather and develop this region, says general manager of Sparebanken 68°Nord Tore Karlsen Karlsen also adds that the bank should set a strong example in the work towards uniting all good forces in their geographical scope.

Unique ownership Sparebank 68°Nord will stay 100% locally owned.

Martinsen says that it is important for them to stay local, because that is the only way to secure that the recourses stay in the region.

We will not send dividend out of the region in any case he ensures us.

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-This has to do with our vision to create more value locally. By maintaining this ownership structure, we strengthen our ability to be a strong supporter for our customers, and contributor to local associations all along the golden coast of Norway, Karlsen says.

Still the local patriot The name is new, the logo is new, and the totality of the bank is strengthened. But, most customers will not see any change throughout their day-to-day business with the bank. -Our employees are the same, we keep all our offices, and we will still be an active contributor to the society. All in all, we will still be the same popular local supporter we have always been, an enthusiastic Tore Karlsen tells us.

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The taste of Kvæfjord

The real thing made with real love!

Kvæfjord is known for its long agricultural traditions with large crops of sweet strawberries, tasty vegetables and not least Norway’s national cake «Kvæfjordkaka».

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he good climate, the south-facing slopes and bright nights under the midnight sun give the local produce its excellent taste. Both vegetables, berries, meat and eggs are sought after products far beyond the borders of the municipality.

In Kvæfjord you will find manufacturers in all sizes, some of which offer niche products, and o ­ thers who process, prepare and ­s erve local food.

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OPPLEV HARSTADREGIONEN EXPERIENCE THE HARSTAD REGION

Annonsemagasin forshopping handel og opplevelser i Harstadregionen Commercial magazine for and experiences in the Harstad region produseres avHT HTMarked Markedand og er et samarbeidsprosjekt med Visit Harstad. produced by a collaborative project with Visit Harstad.

Opplaget magasiner - of hvorav 10.000 engelske utgaver, The edition på of 55.000 55,000 magazines which 10,000 English editions, distribueres i hele harstadregionen, Narvik, Lofoten og and Vesterålen. is distributed throughout the Harstad region, Narvik, Lofoten Vesterålen. du to å profilere din bedrift, elleror har hva du ønsker å lese DoØnsker you want profile your company, dogode you tips havetilgood tips on what you i neste utgave magasinet, tar du kontakt want om to read in the next av issue of the magazine, pleasemed: contact: Prosjektleder for the magasinet Project manager for magazine Tom-GunnarHansen Hansen Tom-Gunnar Tlf. 452 452 55 55 314 314 // tha@ht.no tha@ht.no Tel.

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Commercial magazine for shopping and adventures in the Harstad region

THE ORIGINAL AND LEADING SINCE 1989

facebook.com Whalesafari Andenes

GET CLOSE TO THESE GIANTS OF THE SEA IN THEIR NATURAL ELEMENT. WE OFFER TRIPS ALL YEAR ROUND – CONTACT US.

UNIQUE WHALE GUARANTEE

We are the only whale safari operator to offer a 100% WHALE GUARANTEE. This means that if we do not find any whales, we will offer you another trip free of charge or give you your money back*. Our crew has 25 years of experience and use boats that are specially adapted for use on whale safaris.

NO. 1 IN ARCTIC WHALEWATCHING Booking/info.: Hvalsafari AS, P.B. 58, N-8483 Andenes Tel.: + 47 76 11 56 00 E-mail: booking@whalesafari.no

*(excluding administration fee + tour approx. 10%).

For example, they are fitted with quiet propellers, which do not frighten the whales.

At our whale centre, you can enjoy the restaurant, souvenir shop, whale exhibition, etc.

WE OFFER PACKAGE DEALS We can tailor packages with activities, accommodation and transportation.

Available all year.

Read all about us on our website:

whalesafari.no

D E S I G N : G O D S T R E K . P H OTO : DA N I E L E Z A N O N I , T. L U N D Q V I S T A N D S V E I N T. K . E L I A S S E N .

WHALE SAFARI

Renault Koleos 2.0 4x4 DCI BOSE ED, 175 hk 2017, 16 299 km, kr 479 000,-

Chevrolet Camaro SS/RS TRANSFORMER 2010, 67 000 km, kr 549 900,-

Volvo XC 70 2.4 D4 AWD Summun automat 2013, 66 000 km, kr 399 000,-

BMW X5 XDRIVE30D 2011, 142 572 km, kr 349 000,-

Volvo XC 60 D4 AWD Summum Aut Polestar 215HK/440 NM 2014, 94 000 km, kr 403 600,-

Dodge RAM 5.7 349 hk klasse B! 1500 QUAD CAB 2005, 251 755 km, kr 299 000,-

Mercedes-Benz GLA 200 CDI 136hk 2014, 111 000 km, kr 289 900,-

Renault Trafic 1.6 DCI L2H1 2018, 13 165 km, kr 279 900,-

Audi A5 Sportback 1.8 TFSI 170 hk 2012, 56 000 km, kr 279 500,-

BMW 1-serie M-sport 120D XDRIVE 2.0 184hk 2014, 97 800 km, kr 249 900,-

Dodge RAM 1500 4,7 V8 238 hk Gass/Bensin 2003, 170 722 km, kr 220 000,-

BMW 3-serie 177 hk 2.0 E 91 320D XDRIVE 2009, 160 752 km, kr 199 000,-

Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse E 280 CDI 4MATIC 2008, 228 200 km, kr 165 000,-

Mercedes-Benz Vito 116 hk 4 seter automat 2009, 206 000 km, kr 159 000,-

Audi A4 2.0 TDI 2011, 196 779 km, kr 159 000,-

Skoda Superb 2.0 CR TDI ELEGANCE 2011, 272 000 km, kr 149 000,-

Opel Antara 2.0 CDTI 150hk 4x4 2008, 155 700 km, kr 149 000,-

VI HAR OVER 50 BRUKTBILER AV ALLE SLAG Innbytte brukt mot brukt • Kommisjonssalg • Brukte bobiler

Kongsveien 39, 9408 Harstad - Tlf. 77 00 07 80 - www.autonordas.no 104

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Nye elektriske Renault

KANGOO Maxi Z.E. med 5 seter Nå med 270 km rekkevidde (NEDC)

Pris fra kr

263 400,eks. frakt og levering

Nye Renault KANGOO Maxi Z.E. er den første elektriske varebilen med 270 km rekkevidde (NEDC). Estimert rekkevidde mellom 120 km og 200 km i temperaturområdet -5 til + 20°C. Bakdørene kan åpnes inntil 180° og bilen har et lastevolum på 4 m³, lastelengde på inntil 1,86 m og nyttelast på inntil 605 kg. Den er behagelig å kjøre og lades fullt på 6 timer (ved ladeeffekt 7 kW/32 A). Avbildet modell kan ha avvikende farge og utstyrsnivå fra pristilbud. Forbehold om trykkfeil.

Renault ZOE 100% elektrisk

Kampanjerabatt

kr 40 000,Nå kan du sikre deg Europas mest solgte elbil gjennom tidene til en fantastisk pris!

Nå er det ingen ventetid, Renault ZOE kan du få levert på dagen!* Med elektriske Renault ZOE får du svært lang rekkevidde (300 km WLTP), nyttige finesser som tidsinnstilt forvarmer og et multimediasystem m/ 7’’ touchskjerm, i tillegg til hjemmelader og montering av denne inkl. i prisen.

Kampanjepris fra

kr 214 900,Inkl. hjemmelader og montering (Verdi kr 15 000,-)

* Gjelder ikke spesialbestillinger. Fargeutvalg og utstyrsnivå vil avhenge av det tilgjengelige lageret hos forhandler og importør til enhver tid. Hjemmelader og montering er inkludert og monteringstidspunkt avtales med PodPoint. Renault ZOE: Batterigaranti på 8 år / 160 000 km. Min. 66% kapasitet. Maksimale 5 stjerner i Euro NCAP sikkerhetstest. Pris er inkl. frakt og levering i Oslo. Forbehold om trykkfeil.

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Commercial content from Boreal

Nergürdshamn - photo Knut Godø

Take the island express boat, Stjernøy, out to the archipelago Would you like to experience Harstad’s archipelago, but do not have your own boat? With the speed boat from ­Boreal Sea you can get out every day throughout the week.

T

he regular express boat has daily departures from the Harstad express boat quay to Bjarkøystedene, Skrols­ vik and Flakstadvüg. The

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It is especially nice to bring your bike on the boat and cycle around the islands at your own pace. For example, a good tip is to get off at ­Bjarkøy and cycle to Sandsøy

boat returns to Harstad from the same places later in the day. This creates opportunities for lovely day trips and longer trips out to the archipelago.

c) Signalanløp, vennligst kontakt f­ artøyet dagen i forveien innen kl 2100/Arrival at signal. Call the vessel before 2100 on Thursday

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Signalanløp, vennligst kontakt fartøyet dagen i forveien innen kl 2100/Arrival at signal. Call the vessel before 2100 on Thursday

d) Signalanløp, vennligst kontakt fartøyet 30 min før avgang/Arrival at signal. Call the vessel at least 30 min

prior to departure 106 E X P L O R E H A R S TA D Commercial magazine for shopping and adventures in the Harstad region e) Signalanløp, vennligst kontakt fartøyet senest 0820/Arrival at signal. Call the vessel before 0820 f)

Signalanløp, vennligst kontakt fartøyet senest 1710/Arrival at signal. Call the vessel before 1710

g) Signalanløp. Kontakt fartøyet senest kl 1600/Arrival at signal. Call the vessel before 1600

and take the boat back to Harstad later in the day.

Along the way you might find a new favourite beach?

d) Signalanløp, vennligst kontakt fartøyet 30 min før avgang/Arrival at signal. Call the vessel at least 30 min prior to departure e) Signalanløp, vennligst kontakt fartøyet senest 0820/Arrival at signal. Call the vessel before 0820 f ) Signalanløp, vennligst kontakt fartøyet senest 1710/Arrival at signal. Call the vessel before 1710 g) Signalanløp. Kontakt fartøyet senest kl 1600/Arrival at signal. Call the vessel before 1600 |) Anløpes ikke/No arrival/departure Rutetabellen kan endres pü kort varsel!

The schedule may change at short notice!

VELKOMMEN TIL NYE THON HOTEL HARSTAD Vi har pusset opp hotellet!

Sjekk inn på thonhotels.no/harstad eller ring oss på tlf. 77 00 08 00

Foto: Arild Heitmann

www.visitharstad.no

Visit Harstad. Sjøgata 1 b /3.

9405 Harstad P.O. Box 654, NO-9486 Harstad Tlf: (+47) 77 01 89 89 E-mail: post@visitharstad.no