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www.visitvesteralen.com Norway’s most beautiful experience of nature The excursion to Møysalen has been selected by the outdoor magazine UTE as Norway’s most beautiful experience of nature. At the same time the accolade is confirmation of the fact that Vesterålen is a preferred destination for holiday and recreation seekers, with a year-round tourist season. Among the many activities that Vesterålen has to offer, winter fishing illuminated by the northern lights and whale safaris under the midnight sun are two unique experiences. Vesterålen is also a modern society. Even small communities have urban amenities and flourishing commercial and cultural offerings. In Vesterålen there is plenty of space for everyone. Parking is free of charge in the cities and towns, and you need not worry about congested traffic and toll booths. The guide you are holding was produced in order to provide you with information about tourism in the region. The information is not exhaustive, since activities and new offerings emerge continually year-round and are too numerous to be included in printed material such as this. News about emerging events is updated continually and can be found on our websites: www.visitvesteralen.com and www.vestreg.no In the pages of this brochure you can become familiar with offers for tourists, cultural events and other information about the region. The regional tourist information centre at Sortland is open year-round. E-mail enquiries about tourism in Vesterålen can be addressed to turistinfo@vestreg.no In addition we direct your attention to our online booking, including pertinent offers and information, at www.visitvesteralen.com. Welcome to Vesterålen! Roy Odd Schøyen, Director of Tourism
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Journey into the Realm of the Whales “We had dreamt a long time about visiting Vesterålen in order to go on a whale safari. It was a fantastic feeling the day our dream came true. Motionless clouds hovered over the horizon, a light breeze rippled the water on the harbour, gulls screeched; there was sunlight reflected in a blue sea. The perfect day for a whale safari! The tourists gathered on the pier, all of them enthusiastic at the thought of seeing whales. After receiving information and a safety briefing on shore, we boarded and set out for the whale fields. The babble of foreign languages filled the air and gave us the appropriate feeling of being on holiday. The whale safari boat felt robust and safe, and our guides shared their knowledge about the whales we were about to see. Our excitement became more and more intense as we moved out toward the open ocean. Everyone scanned the horizon trying to spot a whale’s tail, the sign that we were about to experience what we had come to see. The hoped-for shout from the crow’s nest was heard: “WHALE”. The boat slowed and carefully approached the giant, grey animal lounging majestically on the ocean surface. We peered over the rail, stretching our necks for a better look. The boat came to a stop, and the next minutes were indescribably beautiful. We could hear the calm snorts of the whale as it exhaled and then drew in air for another dive in search of food. After ten minutes spent communing with us, it started its dive. The forked tail fin stretched upward like the wings of an aeroplane, and that was the last trace we saw of the whale as it plunged into the deep. Only the white ripples on the ocean surface remained. We scanned the horizon anew looking for a new whale, but our dream had already become reality. We had already had our unforgettable encounter with a giant sperm whale in Vesterålen!”
Whale safari in Vesterålen Vesterålen is located on the edge of the continental shelf, where the nutrient-rich ocean is a primary feeding ground for whales. This geographical privilege makes the area perfect for whale safaris. Here one can experience some of the world’s largest sea mammals at close range. From May to September, whale safaris are arranged from the ports of Andenes and Stø, both situated on the seaward side of Vesterålen.
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www.visitvesteralen.com Tour operators offering whale safaris: 3. Arctic Whale Tours AS - p. 28 21. Hvalsafari AS - p. 28 See pages 26 and 28 and find the code numbers.
Various experiences The boats used for whale safaris vary in size, fittings and motor power. One common factor for all boats and crews is that they meet the stringent requirements for government licensing. Safety and comfort are foremost. This entails that whale safaris can be completed only under suitable weather conditions. The whale safari out of Andenes is closest to the whale fields and includes, in addition to the boat-trip itself, an orientation and an interesting exhibition at the new whale centre, as well as a film describing the life of a whale. The whale centre is centrally located on the harbour at Andenes with a number of adjoining sights and attractions. The whale safari at Stø leaves from the harbour at Stø, a charming, working fishing village at the northernmost point of Langøya. The boat excursion includes, in addition to the whale spotting, an outing to the Anda bird rock. Anda is an important nesting area for puffins, kittiwakes, auks, European shags, herring gulls and black-backed gulls. In addition you will encounter sea eagles, which prey on hatchlings on the bird rock. There is also a large seal colony on and around the island. Anda is a natural wildlife preserve. The trips to Andenes and Stø are an experience in themselves, as you travel through breathtakingly beautiful coastal landscape. If you plan to take the whale safari, it is recommended that you bring along warm clothing and appropriate footwear. A light meal is served on board, as well as coffee or tea. During the summer season there is a great influx of whale enthusiasts, and we therefore recommend that you book your safari well in advance.
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Sperm Whale
Humpback Whale
Pilot Whale
Minke Whales
Orca/Killer Whale
Fin Whale
• Is the world’s largest toothed whale. • The males can grow up to 20 m in length and weigh up to 70 tonnes. The females can grow up to 12 m in length. • Can dive to a depth of 3000 m and remain under water up to 90 minutes at a time. • During spring, only the males come all the way from the Azores to the North-Norwegian coast in search of food, primarily squid and fish.
• Can grow up to 18 m in length and weigh up to 40 tonnes. • It moves in groups of 3-4 of its species. • It makes acrobatic leaps into the air and slaps the water with its fins, a phenomenon researchers think is a form of communication. • Known for its “singing”. It emits powerful sounds under water, resembling a song, which may last as long as 20 minutes.
• Is a toothed whale that can grow up to 6 m in length and weigh up to 3.5 tonnes. • Is a gregarious mammal and can move in groups of up to several hundred whales. • Feeds predominantly on squid, but fish are also a part of its diet. • Is unconditionally preserved in Norway.
• Grow to be 10-12 m long and may weigh up to 9 tonnes. • Is a baleen whale, meaning it is toothless. • Feeds predominantly on fish, such as herring, coalfish and cod. • Is the only species of whale that is hunted in Norway.
• Can grow up to 9 m in length and weigh up to 8 tonnes. • Has a particularly tall dorsal fin, approx. 1-2 m high, a trait found especially on males. • Is a toothed whale belonging to the dolphin family and is very common along the coast of Northern Norway. • It feeds on fish and other sea mammals. • Can become very old. Females can become 80 years old.
• Can normally grow 19-22.5 m in length and weigh approx. 45-75 metric tonnes. • In arctic waters it can grow to about 24 m in length. The females are larger than the males. • Is the world’s second largest baleen species and has 55100 ventral grooves and 520-950 baleens that can be up to 90 cm in length. • Feeds predominantly on copepods and krill, in addition to herring and capelin.
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Cycling in Vesterålen Experiencing Vesterålen by automobile is fine, but the adventure is undoubtedly better when you travel the roads by bicycle. Cycling around Vesterålen opens for magic experiences for the visitor who has sufficient time to take one day at a time. You can chart out a suitable daily route that lets you travel at your own speed and enjoy as much as possible of the region. The routes are easy to cycle, with very little hilly terrain and many stretches that are practically free of motorised traffic. In other words, the roads are suitable for bicycles with a trailer and a small amount of baggage cargo. You can stop along the way for a picnic on the shoreline or a taste of Vesterålen at one of the cafés or restaurants. If you need accommodation, you will find something to your liking, whether it is a chalet, a seaside lodge, fisherman’s cabin or hotel room. If you need more inspiration and tips on bicycle routes in Vesterålen, you can visit our cycling web pages or order our combined bicycle and touring map, as well as our cycling guide. The guide contains suggested cycling routes, table of distances, segmented maps, samples of what you can do and see, as well as other trip tips for your biking journey through Vesterålen. We bid you welcome and wish you a pleasant bicycle trip through Vesterålen!
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www.visitvesteralen.com Extract from the bicycle and touring map in Vesterålen, (for the routes, see the main map on the middle pages) Route 1. Lødingen - Øksneshamn, 63 km Both in the town centre (Lødingen) and in the Vestbygda area, there are tourist facilities offering deep-sea fishing, skerry cruises, scuba diving, kayaking, wind-surfing – and killer whale safaris during the autumn months. Beautiful resting places, old fishing communities, nature trails and hiking paths running by ancient Viking dwelling features.
Route 2. Sortland - Fiskebøl, 86 km From Sortland and out towards Fiskebøl you can avail yourself of bathing beaches, art studios, shops and dining facilities. You can also participate in a guided trek to the peak of Vesterålen’s tallest mountain - Møysalen (1262mas), and visit Møysalen National Park.
Route 3. Melbu - Frøskeland, 76 km Hadsel Island has much to offer in the way of culture, museums and galleries. You can hire a boat and fishing equipment or participate in various organised trips. The seaward route from Melbu - Stokmarknes is a gem! Easily negotiable terrain! Eidsfjord offers kayak paddling, mountain climbing and overnight accommodation, with excellent resting spots and a fantastic panorama!
Route 4. Sortland - Bø (Hovden), 69 km - the only route passing through a tunnel (1612m). It is recommended to turn on your bicycle headlamp. Bø has a dramatically beautiful mountain panorama and view out towards the open ocean. It comprises small local communities, pleasant sandy beaches and a lot to see. Iron age excavations, ‘The Man from the Sea’ sculpture, churches and tourist facilities. Route 5. Sortland - Stø, 56 km You will pass by Jennestad before you reach the intersection for the road to Myre. Øksnes offers boats for hire, farm tourism, marked hiking trails, fishing villages (You MUST see Nyksund) and, not least of all, the bird, seal and whale safaris out of Stø. It is possible to take the speed shuttle boat in Øksnes Vestbygd, providing a varied panorama of the natural surroundings and local rural community.
Route 6. Sortland - Andenes, 120 km The art gallery, museum, outdoor religious service, pleasant sandy beaches, Andøya Rocket Launch facility, the HISNAKUL centre, Andenes lighthouse, nature safari, and not least of all, the whale safari at Andenes all make this trip a varied and fascinating treat. More info about our cycling routes can be found at www.visitvesteralen.com
Lofoten Insomnia Race is the world’s brightest cycling trip from Å to Lødingen, see Internet: www.lofoteninsomnia.no Recommended reading: Cycling and Touring Map, topographical touring map published by Ugland in collaboration with Vesterålen Regional Council and Vesterålen Hiking Association. Price: NOK 139,You may purchase this publication at the regional tourist information office in Sortland. You may also order it from our website: www.vestreg.no/butikk or via e-mail addressed to turistinfo@vestreg.no
Bicycle Welcome companies:
6Island Adventures, Tel: 952 00 689, sveinung.sorlie@islandadventure.no – www.islandadventure.no 6Sortlandshotellene, Tel: 76 10 84 00, post@sortlandhotell.no – www.sortlandhotell.no 6Stø Bobilcamp, Tel: 76 13 25 30 - loleinan@frisurf.no – www.stobobilcamp.no 6Holmvik brygge, Tel: 76 13 47 96, post@nyksund.com – www.nyksund.com/ 6Myre Hotell, Tel: 76 11 99 20, Post@Myre-Hotell.no – www.myre-hotell.no 6Naturpartner, Tel: 76 14 88 88 / 918 600 03, naturop@nordlysnett.no – www.naturpartner.no 6Ringstad Sjøhus, Tel: 76 13 74 80, mail@sjohus.no – www.sjohus.no 6SjøhusSenteret, Tel: 76 12 37 40, sjoehus@online.no – www.lofoten-info.no/sjohussenteret 6Toftenes Sjøhuscamping, Tel: 76 13 14 55, post@toftenessjohus.no – www.toftenessjohus.no Vesterålen 2010
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Paddling Vesterålen is a paddler’s paradise for both experts and the less experienced. You can experience beautiful fjords, idyllic skerry landscape and fascinating sea landscapes. You can watch bird and animal life at close range, with pristine and wild nature through the prism of ever-changing wind and weather conditions. All the way from Trollfjord in the south to Andenes in the north you will enjoy sensational paddling opportunities that will give you a feeling of being one with nature, and you can enjoy this alone as an experienced paddler or as a member of a guided excursion. You can glide calmly over a mirror like surface, or you can surf on breakers coming in from the open ocean. If you are an experienced paddler, you can explore the seaward side of the Vesterålen islands and experience the area in all its whimsical temperament. Here you will find steep mountain walls and cliffs, well-known bird sanctuaries and challenging sea conditions. The outer side of Bø and Øksnes are very highly recommended! You can also sign up for a guided paddling excursion. For the less experienced kayakers, there are lush calm fjords and skerries that are very suitable for paddling. In these areas it is also much easier to get ashore if the weather should suddenly change for the worse. Eidsfjord and its branches, such as Olderfjord, Mellfjord and Hellfjord, offer excellent alternatives to the open ocean. And if you are a total novice, you can sign up for a beginner’s course. If you do not own your own kayak, or are travelling light, you can hire a kayak with all the necessary equipment. If you are coming to Vesterålen, you really should treat yourself to an outing in a kayak. The experience will give you memories of a lifetime!
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www.visitvesteralen.com Agents who arrange kayak trips and/or kayak rentals: 2. Andøy Friluftssenter - p. 26 10. Damperiet - p. 26 41. Offersøy Feriesenter - p. 26 44. Ringstad Sjøhus - p. 26 63. Vesterålen Padle & Klatreskole - p. 28 See pages 26 and 28 and find the code numbers.
Arctic Sea Kayak Race is an annual event in Vesterålen and attracts sea kayakers from all over Europe. The race is a meeting place for competition paddlers, leisure kayakers and novices for an enjoyable week of paddling and socialisation in beautiful natural surroundings. ASKR’s guides accompany experienced paddlers around the seaward side of Bø and Hadsel islands, and for those who want to limit their ttpaddling to less exposed areas, there is a separate group that follows a course through Øksnes vestbygd and the skerries just off the shoreline.
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Arctic Sea Kayak Race
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Course in paddling and mountain climbing. Guided paddling and climbing excursions. Kayak rentals include all necessary equipment. Tel: +47 901 86 269 - bent@vpks.no - www.vpks.no
Booking/information: www.askr.no
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Nature treks There are marked hiking trails throughout the entire Vesterålen area, and they may be used during both summer and winter. The routes are easily accessible and are found almost anywhere one wants to explore. There are two marked coastal trails, each described by a separate brochure. One is located in Bø (Straumsjøen – Spjelkvågen) and the other in Andøya (Stave – Bleik). There is also a touring map with several suggested trip itineraries. The map is also very suitable for use as a road map. There are also marked trails to the Norwegian Trekking Association’s cabins in Vesterålen. The local hiking association has cabins both in the mountains and along the seashore. There is a sharing agreement between Vesterålen Tourism and the local hiking association. You may borrow keys to the cabins at the regional tourist office, Vesterålen Tourism. «Dronningruta (The Queen’s Route)» is a marked hiking trail about 15 km long between Stø and Nyksund. This is the route that Queen Sonja enjoyed so much in 1994, and which was thereafter called the “Queen’s Route”. The trail can be completed as a round trip starting and ending at either of the two poles (Stø or Nyksund). Møysalen National Park is one of the country’s smallest national preserves, with only 51.2 km2 and is located on Hinnøy, Norway’s largest island. Towering in the centre of the national park is Møysalen, the mountain that was selected by outdoor magazine Ute as ‘Norway’s most beautiful natural attraction’. There are guided treks to the peak, which is 1262 m above sea level. Surrounding peaks in the area rise up to 1000 m above sea level. Ask for the brochures containing route suggestions and descriptions at the local tourist information. You can also visit Vesterålen Hiking Association’s website at www.turistforeningen.no/vesteralen if you want information about the seasonal excursion programme or the local hiking association’s cabins in Vesterålen. There is also a separate website with tips about Hiking Destinations in Vesterålen. See www.vesteraalen-regionraad.no/turmal/
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www.visitvesteralen.com Agents who arrange guided hiking tours or mountain climbing: 34. Møysalen Nasjonalparksenter - p. 26 35. Naturpartner - p. 26 44. Ringstad Sjøhus - p. 26 63. Vesterålen Padle & Klatreskole - p. 28 64. Vesterålen Turlag - p. 28 See pages 26 and 28 and find the code numbers.
Møysalen - Norway’s most beautiful experience of nature
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Møysalen, towering 1262 m above sea level, is the tallest mountain on the island of Hinnøya. The trek up to the peak of Møysalen from the Lonkan fjord is a beautiful and wild experience of nature that takes you through a fantastic coastal alpine landscape. The reward is a breathtaking panorama from the top. On a clear day one can see more than 20 different mountain peaks in 20 different municipalities, and if you are lucky, you can even see Kebnekaise in Sweden. The guided treks to Møysalen take 8-9 hours, including the shuttle boat trip that lasts 30 minutes. The trip begins at Hennes, located innermost in the Hadselfjord basin. The trip is suitable for hikers in normally good physical condition. Follow Queen Sonja’s example and trek in the mountains of Vesterålen.
Vesterålen Turlag
Activities: - Sea- and Fresh water fishing (salmon, trout, charr) - Hiking, guided tours to the mountain Møysalen (1262 m) - Outing Facilities: - Café, camping site with service building, ‘Rorbu’ cabin Rental: - Boats for tours and fishing - Room Open: Mon - Sun June - September 2010 Room price: NOK 250 - 400,-
Tel/fax: +47 76 16 08 30 - E-mail: m.1262@trollfjord.no
Vesterålen Hiking Association was founded in 1988 and annually arranges some 60 treks in the Vesterålen islands: Andøya, Hadseløya, Langøya, Skogsøya, Tindsøya, Dyrøya and parts of Austvågøya and Hinnøya. Vesterålen Hiking Association arranges trips of varying degrees of difficulty, from the easiest ones suitable for small children to the most challenging mountain treks. The common denominator is enjoyment rather than performance and time constraints. www.turistforeningen.no/vesteralen - vesteralen@turistforeningen.no Tel. +47 76 12 26 01
Recommended reading: Encounter with Vesterålen, travel handbooks/folders containing cultural and historical information, published by the Vesterålen Cultural Committee in collaboration with the Vesterålen Museum. Prices NOK 198,-/25,På tur i Vesterålen, hiking book [Norwegian language only] including segmented maps, published by Vesterålen Hiking Association. Price: NOK 198,På hyttetur i Vesterålen, [Norwegian language only] description of the areas where the hiking association has its cabins, published by Vesterålen Hiking Association. Price: NOK 198,Cycling and Touring Map for Vesterålen, topographical touring map published by Ugland in collaboration with Vesterålen Regional Council and Vesterålen Hiking Association. Price: NOK 139,Kyststibrosjyrer Andøy og Bø [Norwegian language only], published by the Vesterålen Outdoor Recreation Council. You may purchase this publication at the regional tourist information office in Sortland. You may also order it from our website: www.vestreg.no/butikk or via e-mail addressed to turistinfo@vestreg.no
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Fishing and boating in Vesterålen Some of the country’s richest fishing grounds are located in Vesterålen. Traditional fishing villages are well worth a visit, whether they are old, abandoned fishing stations or newer, modern fishing ports bustling with maritime activity. Many visitors want to come to Vesterålen precisely for the good fishing they find here. In Vesterålen we offer guided fishing outings, and many of the tourist facilities have boats for hire. There are also many good spots where one can fish from the shoreline. The most common species are cod, coalfish, haddock and redfish, but it is also possible to catch salmon and sea trout or even a giant halibut. The ice fishing season runs from February to April. Abundant lakes provide ample opportunities to catch trout and char. Fishing contests are arranged during the season. Fishing licences can be purchased locally. Information on small game hunting and fishing in Vesterålen can be found on our website: www.vestreg.no/jaktogfiske Children and adolescents younger than 16 years of age are legally entitled to a free fishing licence for inland fishing during the period 1 January to 20 August. Fishing rights in rivers and lakes are the property of the property owners, and fishing can be done only with the consent of the landowner (for example through purchase of a local fishing licence). Fishing for salmon, sea trout and Arctic char in watercourses requires an additional licensing fee paid to the Norwegian government.
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Guest marinas in Vesterålen Sortland Småbåthavn 5 spaces for guests (water depth: 2m) Tel: +47 76 12 23 46 Lødingen 16 spaces for guests Tel:: +47 76 98 66 09 Hennes havn spaces for guests: vary Tel: +47 76 15 62 75 Markedsbrygga Stokmarknes 8 spaces for guests Tel: +47 76 15 14 51
Maurnes Fiskerihavn 5 spaces for guests Tel: +47 76 12 66 85
SjøhusSenteret Gjestehavn 15 spaces for guests (water depth: 3m) Tel: +47 76 12 37 40
Melbu Småbåthavn 10 spaces for guests (water depth: 2,5-3m) Tel: +47 76 15 72 77
Fiskeværet Skipnes 25 spaces for guests (water depth: 2,8m) Tel: +47 76 13 28 55
Myre Sjarkhavn 10 spaces for guests (water depth:3m) Tel: +47 76 13 40 35 / 95 15 38 72
Stokmarknes Båthavn 4 spaces for guests Tel: +47 76 15 16 16
Offersøy 10 spaces for guests (water depth: 4m) Tel: +47 76 93 39 00
Vesterålen hotel og kongressenter 12 spaces for guests Tel: +47 76 15 29 99
Torghuken, Sortland 6-7 spaces for guests Tel: +47 76 10 99 00
Andenes pendelkai (Andenes port authorities) Tel: +47 478 67 933
Ringstad Båthavn 4 spaces for guests (water depth: 4,5m) (3m rock by entrance) Tel: +47 915 14 215
Bleik 3 spaces for guests Tel: +47 478 67 933
Vinjesjøen Båthavn 8-10 spaces for guests Tel: +47 76 13 53 35 Fjordcamp 15 spaces for guests Tel: +47 76 13 76 40 Nyksund Tel: +47 76 13 40 35 Port of refuge
Nordmela 5 spaces for guests Tel: +47 478 67 933 Dverberg 2 spaces for guests Tel: +47 76 14 20 58 Risøyhamn Havn Port of refuge
Tourist facilities that offer guided outings and/or boats and fishing equipment for hire: 2. Andøy Friluftssenter - p. 26 13. Fiskeværet Skipnes - p. 27 14. Fjordcamp - p. 26 16. Grønningbrygga - p. 26 24. Island Adventures - p. 28 35. Naturpartner - p. 26 39. Nygård Feriehus - p. 26 41. Offersøy Feriesenter - p. 26 44. Ringstad Sjøhus - p. 26 47. SjøhusSenteret - p. 26 58. Sub-Sea Nor - p. 28 60. Toftenes Sjøhuscamp - p. 27 67. Vesterålen Sea Safari - p. 28 70. Åsand Brygge - p. 26 See pages 26 and 28 and find the code numbers.
Bunker: Statoil Yngve Steiro +47 76 12 80 00 Sortland Sentrum Esso Havna Service +47 76 11 37 00 Sortland Sentrum
Photo: Ben-Tommy Eriksen: bilder.nornet.no
Experience Offersøy! On Offersøy you can experience the thrill of deep-sea fishing - and Vesterålens best boat hire! If you have your own favourite rod, bring it with you. If you need to rent fishing equipment, we have that too! Welcome to a pleasant experience in our familyfriendly, maritime neighbourhood spring, summer, autumn and winter! OFFERSØY FERIESENTER Offersøy, N-8412 VESTBYGD Tel.: +47 76 93 39 00 - Fax: +47 76 93 39 01 www.offersoy-feriesenter.no
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Welcome to Skipnes! Visit us and experience a special closeness to mountains, fjords, birds and fish, the midnight sun and much more in historical and peaceful surroundings. The venerable old fishing village of Skipnes today offers rorbu fisherman cabin holidays and adventures. The village is located on a traffic-free island on the outer side of the Vesterålen island, well sheltered in a natural harbour.
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Nature safari Vesterålen is the realm of hundreds of large and smaller islands which form a fantastic natural skerry landscape. The terrain varies from craggy alpine mountains to gentle, green hillsides, deep valleys, chalk-white sandy beaches and narrow fjords. In no other place in the world does the Gulf Stream come as close in towards the shoreline as it does in Vesterålen. Because of the warm and nutrient-rich ocean currents, Vesterålen is host during the summer to teeming bird life and practically unparalleled flora. We are proud of our natural surroundings and want to share it with our guests. Therefore our local nature- and culture guides are ready to take you on a discovery adventure that will permit you to have a close encounter with sea birds or with the lord of the forest – the moose – or perhaps a wandering herd of reindeer. Perhaps other adventures appeal to you – how about a seal and bird safari to the Bleiksøya Bird Preserve and Anda Fyr, a photo safari, a sea eagle safari, a skerry excursion, pine tree safari or a boat trip into the famous Trollfjord? During late autumn and early winter a killer whale safari is arranged out of Lødingen/Offersøy in the Vestfjord firth. Opportunities are as abundant as nature itself and will leave you with long-lasting memories, whether you venture out to sea or keep your feet firmly planted on terra firma. Agents who arrange nature safari: 3. Arctic Whale Tours AS - p. 28 24. Island Adventures - p. 28 25. Konferanstestedet Finvåg - p. 27 35. Naturpartner - p. 26 41. Offersøy Feriesenter - p. 26 43. Puffin Safari - p. 28 44. Ringstad Sjøhus - p. 26 58. Sub-Sea Nor - p. 28 59. Time Out Event - p. 28 61. TS-Foto - p. 28 68. Whitetail AS - p. 27 See pages 26 and 28 and find the code numbers.
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PUFFIN AND SEA-EAGLE SAFARI Sea-eagle on the hunt after puffins can be observed on every trip. Experience the Island of Bleiksøya, one of the most known and approachable bird rocks in Norway. There are more then 150.000 puffins on their breeding grounds. Also other species of seabird can be observed. The trip will take 1,5 hrs. with a local guide. Midnight sun-trips will be organised if enough bookings.
YOUR OWN CATCH OF COD Fishing on the open sea is the North Norwegian Adventure. Deep-sea fishing trips - coley, cod, haddock, etc. Fishing tackle available on board. Have your catch cooked and served on board. Daily departures at 17:00. Additional trips made when necessary. Duration: approx. 4 hours. Starting point: Bleik Harbour.
Stay in apartment near the beach in the village of Bleik. Tel. +47 917 45 775
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PHOTO: PUFFIN SAFARI, OLA ALBERT BJERRANG (WWW.BJERRANG.NO). PAOLO VOLPOMNI.
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Whitetail AS Without disturbing nature we bring you up close to 50.000 puffins, black and common guillemots, arctic skua and white tailed eagles, which all appear on the island Anda outside of Stø. White Tailclose AS to the You can also come many seals resting on the rocks surrounding Anda. Rib boat for min. 5 and max. 11 people. Enjoy our beautiful nature and numerous birds together with our experienced and certified crew at Tail AS White Whitetail AS.
Tel.: +47 482 93 835/ +47 76 13 43 00 whitetail@vesteralen.nl Whitetail AS - Prices: Adults NOK 400,- Children NOK 320,- Contact us for special group prices. white-tail.net www.white-tail.net
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Culture Experiencing the local culture and art should be one of your primary goals when you visit Vesterålen. A large number of cultural events are arranged jointly through comprehensive collaboration of the local municipalities. Volunteer organisations work to provide high-quality cultural experiences throughout the year. Have a look at the calendar of cultural events that you can find on Vesterålen Tourism’s website. A large number of varied local events, festivals and cultural days are well worth experiencing. User-friendly handbooks and brochures are useful guides to the art galleries and studios, museums and interesting sights that you find spread throughout the islands. Fishing has been an important resource for generations and is also the basis for much of the culture and local identity in Vesterålen. The informational series Encounter with Vesterålen, including sight-specific handbooks and brochures, provide detailed insight into this basis. An abundance of art projects are also worth a visit. We might mention Artscape Nordland, with some of Nordland county’s most popular and frequently visited sculptures. In the region there is also a series of artistically decorated electrical transformer sheds, and on the seaward side of Vesterålen you will discover art installations designed and built using items washed ashore by the Gulf Stream. The literary decor on Sortland’s buildings is equally interesting: more than thirty texts written by young people now adorn the walls of the Blue City by the Sea.
Cultural information: www.vestreg.no • www.museumnord.no • www.hurtigrutemuseet.no • www.vol.no/vt • www.nfk.no • telemuseum.no/mambo/content/view/211/118/ • www.nordland-akademi.no
Recommended reading: Encounter with Vesterålen, travel handbooks/folders containing cultural and historical information, published by the
Vesterålen Cultural Committee in collaboration with the Vesterålen Museum. Prices NOK 198,-/25,Art in Vesterålen, an annually updated guide to art, including an overview of art studios, galleries, exhibitions and sculptures found in Vesterålen. Free of charge
Vesterålen Nature and Culture Experiences, a brochure on the varied natural and cultural attractions in Vesterålen. Free of charge. You may purchase this publication at the regional tourist information in Sortland. You may also order it from our website: www.vestreg.no/butikk or via e-mail addresssed to: turistinfo@vestreg.no
“Eye in Stone”, Anish Kapoor, England Lødingen municipality 1998, Photo: Vegar Moen/Artscape Nordland
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Artistic curator for the selection and placement of ‘‘Texts on a field of blue’ is author Lars Saabye Christensen. Photo: Roger Vagle
From the 10th anniversary concert celebrating Regine Days in Bø. Violinist Elena Yakovleva (pictured). (Photo: Jack Lihaug)
Galleries and museums 11. Dukkehuset - p. 28 15. Galleri Dick Monshouwer - p. 28 18. Handelsstedet Tinden - p. 28 22. Hurtigrutemuseet - p. 28 27. Lihallen Kulturgård - p. 28 28. Los- og Telemuseet, Lødingen - p. 28 4. Museum Nord Andøymuseet - p. 28 6. Museum Nord Bø Museum - p. 28 37. Museum Nord Norsk Fiskeindustrimuseum - p. 28 51. Museum Nord Sortland Museum - p. 28 66. Museum Nord Vesterålsmuseet - p. 28 69. Museum Nord Øksnes Museum - p. 28 12. Fargeklatten Veita - p. 28 See pages 26 and 28 and find the code numbers.
Visit our Museums in Vesterålen
For further information, see www.museumnord.no
• Melbu: Norsk Fiskeindustrimuseum Vesterålsmuseet • Andenes: Andøymuseet • Sortland: Sortland Museum • Alsvåg: Øksnes Museum • Vinjesjøen: Bø Museum
For further information about festivals and cultural events in Vesterålen: www.vestreg.no/kulturkalender
Welcome to Gallery Tove Hov Jacobsen Café 25. June - 08. August Open: 12.00 - 16.00 Wednesday - Sunday. Closed Manday - Thuesday
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9. Kulturminneparken 10. Stokmarknes 11. Melbu 12. Taen 13. Uværshula 14. Hennes – Møysalen Nationalpark 15. Raftsundet – Trollfjorden 16. Strønstad
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23. Nykvåg and Fuglenyken 24. Hovden 25. Straumsjøen 26. Føre 27. Vinjesjøen 28. Bø kirke 29. Litløy and Gaukværøy
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www.visitvesteralen.com The outer side of Andøya has been selected as Vesterålen’s contribution to the national tourist road project, mainly because of its varied natural surroundings. Tall mountains, long sandy beaches and a spectacular panorama of the open ocean.
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Winter - a colourful season in Vesterålen The northern lights appear with the advent of the dark season. Breathtakingly beautiful colours shimmer across the sky and create a bewitching atmosphere. Steep snow-covered mountains are reflected on the ocean surface, along with the sparkling colours from the heavens. Vesterålen has a certain amount of daylight, but no sun during the dark season. Despite this, the season is still enjoyed by those who appreciate winter and candlelight. As in many other places in Norway, we have historic skiing traditions. Well prepared ski trails and ideal terrain make cross-country skiing one of winter’s greatest activities. Mountain formations are inviting and appeal to both experienced skiers and novices who want a winter trek to the peaks. Åndstadblåheia ski lift is open throughout the winter season. This is also the venue for «The Great Blue Hipe»,- an annual Big Jump contest for snowboarders and skiers. Another spectacular activity for the entire family is dog sledging. Tourists may choose whether they want to drive their own dog team or simply relax on the sledge and enjoy the landscape while a guide does the driving. You can mingle with reindeer and enjoy Sami culture in the company of your host Inga Sámi Siida. This is a popular winter activity for local residents as well; you can participate in reindeer herding and spend the night in a Sámi tent, the lávvo. Take the whale safari in the realm of sea eagles and seals, and try your luck at fishing on the same trip. And if you like fishing, we also have many frozen lakes for ice fishing! Enjoy the arctic landscape from a kayak. You can hire kayaks and equipment year round. Finally, be sure to check the calendar of cultural events at www.vestreg.no/kulturkalender/ Contact the tourist office for further information. Welcome to winter in Vesterålen!
Dog sledding • Lavvo (Sami tent) • Hot tub • Mystery tours • Christmas dinners
Hilde & Bjørn Utstøl Vik, 8400 Sortland hildeutstol@tnett.no
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www.visitvesteralen.com Tour operators offering winter activities: 2. Andøy Friluftssenter - p. 26 7. Bø Rorbu og Fritidsferie AS - p. 26 19. Holmvik Brygge - p. 27 23. Inga Sàmi-Siida - p. 28 24. Island Adventure - p. 28 25. Konferansestedet Finvåg - p. 27 30. Marmelkroken - p. 26 35. Naturpartner - p. 26 39. Nygård Feriehus p. 26 41. Offersøy Feriesenter - p. 26 44. Ringstad Sjøhus - p. 26 45. Saivo - p. 28 53. SortlandVillmarkssenter - p. 28 58. Sub-Sea Nor - p. 28 63. Vesterålen Padle & Klatreskole - p. 28 67. Vesterålen Sea Safari - p. 28 68. Whitetail AS - p. 27 See pages 26 and 28 and find the code numbers.
Photo: Ragnhild Gundersen
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Fargeklatten Veita post@fargeklatten.no
+47 97 76 00 20
5/11 www.fargeklatten.no
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35 Forfjord
Naturpartner naturop@nordlysnett.no
+47 76 14 88 88 +47 91 86 00 03
25/5 www.naturpartner.no
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Stave Camping & Hot pools info@stavecamping.no
+47 926 01 257
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Storgata 53 8480 Andenes
Norlandia Andrikken Hotell +47 76 14 12 22 service@andrikken.norlandia.no +47 76 14 19 33
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8481 Bleik
Norlandia Havhusene Bleik +47 76 14 12 22 service@andrikken.norlandia.no +47 76 14 19 33
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Lankanholmen Sjøhus +47 76 14 12 22 service@andrikken.norlandia.no +47 76 14 19 33 Andøy Natursenter AS +47 905 81 503 john@whalesafari.no
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Gårdsvn 78 8481 Bleik
Leilighet nær Bleiksstranda marinka_p24@yahoo.no
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+47 76 13 74 80 +47 906 40 591
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Skjellbogen Hyttegrend skjellbogen@tnett.no
+47 76 13 21 35 +47 944 08 419
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Åsand Brygge post@asand.no
+47 76 13 81 00
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+47 76 15 29 99
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Møysalen Nasjonalparksenter AS m1262@broadpark.no Nygård Feriehus oddadyro@online.no
+47 76 16 08 30
7/10 www.m1262.no 7/20 www.nygardferiehus.no
June - Sept
8475 Straumsjøen 8408 Sandset 8475 Straumsjøen
Bø
+47 76 14 14 12 +47 76 11 56 10
Season
8480 Andenes
8484 Risøyhamn
8475 Straumsjøen 8465 Straumsjøen
10 62
8445 Melbu
Hadsel
Andenes Camping booking@whalesafari.no
Pricecategory
Cabin/ beds
Andøy Friluftssenter +47 76 14 88 04 firmapost@andoy-friluftssenter.no
1
8414 Hennes 39 Lekanvn 324 8450 Stokmarknes
+47 45 61 73 67 +47 76 15 54 95 +47 905 51 072
Jan - Dec May - Sept
All year
62 Børøya
Vesterålen Hotell & Kongressenter +47 76 15 06 00 post@hurtigrutenshus.com
25/50 53/106 www.hurtigrutenshus.com
All year
16 Grønning
Grønningbrygga roy@gronningbrygga.no
+47 992 25 323
3/14 www.gronningbrygga.no
March - Oct
41 Offersøy
8412 Vestbygd
Offersøy Feriesenter post@offersoy-feriesenter.no
+47 76 93 39 00 +47 76 93 39 01
5/3 5/6 5/8 www.offersoy-feriesenter.no
All year
Lødingen 8410 Lødingen
Brygga Hotell post@brygga-hotell.no
+47 76 93 10 00
15/30 3/12 www.brygga-hotell.no
All year
Noras Hus ove.aalo@vkbb.no Postmestergården asoelsne@online.no
+47 +47 +47 +47
Sigerfjord Gjestegård/Naustet post@vesteraalen.net
+47 902 05 348
8450 Stokmarknes 8450 Stokmarknes
Sortland Lødingen
Tel/Fax
Buknesfjord 8484 Risøyhamn
2
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Room/ beds
Company/E-mail
5
36 Solveien 5a
8400 Sortland v/Arne Sølnes 42 Nordlysvn 35 8400 Sortland 46 Sigerfjordvn 421 8400 Sortland
900 34 349 76 12 15 35 76 12 10 41 957 39 099
1/4
25.6 - 8.8
4/10
20.6 - 20.8
3/9 4/24 www.sigerfjord.net
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www.visitvesteralen.com Pb 86, Ånstadsjøen 8400 Sortland
SjøhusSenteret sjoehus@online.no
+47 76 12 37 40 +47 76 12 00 40
5/10 7/44 www.lofoten-info.no/sjohussenteret
All year
White Tail AS whitetail@vesteralen.nl Sortland Hotell AS post@sortlandhotell.no
+47 482 93 835
8/14 www.vesteralen.nl 55/105 3/7-10 www.sortlandhotell.no
All year
Strand Hotell AS sortland@strandhotell.no Sortland Vandrehjem post@sortlandhotell.no
+47 +47 +47 +47
37/74 www.strandhotell.no 15/34
June - Sept
50 Vesterv. 51, Pb 255
Sortland Camping og Motell hj.bergseng@sortland-camping.no
+47 76 11 03 00 +47 76 12 25 70
9/20 39/170 www.sortland-camping.no
All year
25 Storgt. 30
Konferansestedet Finvåg post@finvag.no
+47 909 45 727 +47 76 13 45 80
12/20 2/8 www.finvag.no
All year
Fiskeværet Skipnes
8/ www.skipnes.no
All year
8/20 3/3 doble senger www.nyksund.com
All year
68 Gåsbol
Sortland
Pricecategory
Company/E-mail
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8400 Sortland 52 Vesterålsgt 58 8400 Sortland 52 Strandgt. 34
8400 Sortland 52 Vesterålsgt. 59 8400 Sortland 8400 Sortland
8430 Myre
8426 Barkestad post@skipnes.com
Tel/Fax
+47 76 10 84 00 +47 76 10 84 01 76 76 76 76
11 11 10 10
00 80 00 88 84 00 84 01
Season
All year
All year
8439 Myre
Holmvik Brygge post@nyksund.com
Storgt. 52 8430 Myre
Myre Hotell post@myre-hotell.no
+47 76 11 99 20 +47 76 11 99 21
29/58 5/30 www.myre-hotell.no
All year
40 Pb. 502
Nyksund Ekspedisjonen/Tuyo info@nyksund.biz
+47 76 13 27 00 +47 76 13 27 01
9/19 www.nyksund.biz
June - Sept
57 Stø
8430 Myre
Stø Bobilcamp AS loleinan@frisurf.no
+47 76 13 25 30 +47 907 55 173
2/15 www.stobobilcamp.com
15.5 - 1.9
Toftenes 8432 Alsvåg
Toftenes Sjøhuscamp post@toftenessjohus.no
+47 76 13 14 55 +47 971 69 078 +47 76 13 34 97 +47 952 07 131
4/15 4/16 www.toftenessjohus.no
All year
2/7
All year
19 Pb 338, Nyksund
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60
76 13 28 55 952 76 039 76 13 28 50 76 13 47 96 958 63 866
Cabin/ beds
+47 +47 +47 +47 +47
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Øksnes
Room/ beds
Adress
29 Nyksund
Marihaugen marilorange2000@yahoo.no
56 c/o Strandgt. 52
Strandbo Apartments post@myre-hotell.no
+47 76 11 99 20 +47 76 11 99 21
5/30 www.myre-hotell.no
All year
17 8439 Stø
Gunnartangen gunnar@ulriksen.nu
+47 76 13 24 03 +47 908 75 955
4/6 1/30 www.rorbuferie.net
All year
Centrum Overnatting e@sordahl.no
+47 907 70 458 +47 76 11 99 90
9/18
All year
8439 Myre
8430 Myre
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Storgata 46 8430 Myre
Vesterålen online booking: You will find the best offers on our website: www.visitvesteralen.com - online booking, the official tourist web portal for Vesterålen.
Less than NOK 500 per night NOK 500 - 750 per night NOK 750 - 1000 per night More than NOK 1000 per night
Fully licenced
Golf
Restaurant
Winter activities
Allergy room
Sea-rafting
Horse back riding
Beer/wine
Boat for hire
Whalesafari
Wheelchair user friendly
Seal-safari
Diving
Cafè
Surfing
Bird-safari
Electrical hook-up
Kanoeing/Kayak
Bike-rental
Bobil
Fishing facilities
Playground
Hiking
Tent/lavvo
Draining Bobil WC
Transport
Health-vacations
Accommodation | Shop | Gallery | Museum
36 cabins 2 handicap cabins Camping caravan sites Course and conference B Boat hire in beautiful surroundings
We are located centrally on Andenes Harbour approximatly 5 minutes walking distance from the Whalecenter. Send your request for a reservation today: post@fargeklatten.no Booking: +47 977 600 20
ANDENES
Welcome! Tel.: +47 76 13 76 40 • Mobil: +47 958 88 291 Fax: +47 76 13 76 80 • www.fjordcamp.no
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Companies offering activities: Adress
3 8438 Stø 58
8485 Stokmarknes
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8445 Melbu
8483 Andenes 43 Bleik 8481 Bleik 8400 Sortland
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8400 Sortland
+47 76 13 43 00 +47 473 84 621
www.arcticwhaletours.com
Sub-Sea Nor AS +47 915 34 091 post@subsea-nor.no Island Adventure +47 952 00 689 sveinung.sorlie@islandadventure.no +47 76 11 56 00 +47 971 95 275 +47 902 81 772
+47 906 86 497
Sortland Villmarkssenter hildeutstol@tnett.no Saivo post@saivo.no
+47 458 68 611 +47 402 37 972 +47 413 04 425
Vesterålen Turlag
+47 76 12 26 01
Time Out Event AS anette@timeoutevent.no Arctic Sea Kayak Race
+47 920 28 007
Inga Sámi-Siida lailainga@hotmail.com
+47 76 12 51 23 +47 908 77 558
8465 Straumsjøen
Bø Taxi post@botaxi.no
+47 909 09 082
8401 Sortland
Vesterålen Sea Safari vip.p@online.no
+47 901 85 256 +47 951 91 184
8400 Sortland 8401 Sortland
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8400 Sortland 59
8450 Stokmarknes 8400 Sortland 23 Kvalsaukan 8400 Sortland
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Arctic Whale Tours info@arcticwhaletours.com
Vesterålen Golf
8400 Sortland
53 Vik
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Internet
Vesterålen Padle & Klatreskole bent@vpks.no +47 901 86 269 TS-Foto +47 958 80 308 torgeir@tsfoto.no
63 Straumfjord
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Tel/Fax
Hvalsafari Andenes post@whalesafari.no Puffin Safari rsolvol@start.no
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Company/E-mail
+47 450 05 890
Season
Activities
May - Sept All year
www.subsea-nor.no
All year
www.islandadventure.no
May - Sept
www.whalesafari.com
May - Sept
www.puffinsafari.no
All year
www.vpks.no
All year
www.tsfoto.no
Summer
www.vesteraalengolf.no
Nov - April
www.villmarkssenteret.no
All year
www.saivo.no
All year
www.turistforening.no/vesteralen
All year
www.timeoutevent.no
last whole week in July All year By agreement
www.askr.no www.inga-sami-siida.no
All year
www.botaxi.no
All year By agreement
Rafting
Surfing
Boat-rental
Horse-back
Climbing
Kayak/kano
Health-vac.
Fishing
Winter-act.
Tent/lavvo
Whalesafari
Bike-rental
Diving
Birdsafari
Sealsafari
Hiking
Tour-operator
Golf
Taxi/Tourbus
Boatsafari
Photosafari
Galleries and Museums Adress/internet
Company/E-mail
Telephone
Dukkehuset svanoahr@online.no
+47 76 13 37 54 (after 18.00)
Dolls from1880 - 2008. Small cafè. Sale outlet of local art. Open June - Aug.
15 8439 Risøyhamn www.dick.monshouwer.com
Galleri Dick Monshouwer dick.monshouwer@c2i.net
+47 76 14 51 00 +47 476 50 058
Dick Monshouwer, gallery, jewellery and paintings All year.
Thu - Sat
8450 Stokmarknes
Hurtigrutemuseet post@hurtigrutemuseet.no
+47 76 11 81 90
A journey through the history of the coastal express incl. the old coastal express Finnmarken
All year see ad. p.21
8400 Sortland
Lihallen Kulturgård post@lihallen.no
+47 76 12 70 11 +47 908 95 506
Exhibition by Tove Hov Jacobsen. (Paintings in oil, acryl and water-colour. Open June - Aug. Closed Mon - Tue.
12 a.m - 4 p.m
8410 Lødingen
Losmuseet, Lødingen Norsk Telemuseum
+47 76 98 66 00
Exhibition portreying the development of the piloting service. Open June-Aug Wed: 4 - 7 p.m Exhibition from the era of the line telegraph. thu/fri/sat: 12am-3pm
8480 Andenes
Museum Nord Andøymuseet
+47 76 11 54 32
Exhibition on the the polar areas, Andøyas geology. Open June - Aug.
+47 76 13 82 00
Life in the 18th century. Open June - Aug
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27
28www.lodingen.kommune.no
4 www.museumnord.no andoymuseet@museumnord.no
8470 Bø i Vesterålen Museum Nord Bø Museum
6 www.museumnord.no bo.museum@museumnord.no
Museum Nord Norsk Fiskeindustrimuseum +47 76 15 98 25 8400 Sortland Museum Nord Sortland Museum +47 76 10 92 71 51 www.museumnord.no morten.halvorsen@museumnord.no
11a.m - 5 p.m 10 a.m - 4 p.m
10 a.m - 18 p.m
Tue-Thu:10 am-6 pm, Wed -Fri:10 am-4 pm,Sat-Sun:11 am-4 pm
8459 Melbu
Exhibition on the herring oil era, concerts in the herring tank 9 am-3 pm Open Mon - Fri all year. No fixed exhibitions. Se web-site for information about see info on net comming exhibitions.
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8459 Melbu Museum Nord Vesterålsmuseet +47 76 15 75 56 www.museumnord.no vesteraalsmuseet@museumnord.no
Melbu Hovedgård, Galleri Rødgården and Melbu Community Centre Open every day, all year
june-aug: 11-4 aug-dec: 9-3
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8432 Alsvåg Museum Nord Øksnes Museum +47 76 18 52 50 www.museumnord.no oeksn@online.no
Alsvåg Manor. Exhibit ‘Fishing village in transformation’. Summer exhibitions. Open June - Aug
Mon-Fri: 11-5 Sat-Sun: 12-5
37 www.museumnord.no nof@museumnord.no
12 8480 Andenes
Fargeklatten Veita post@fargeklatten.no
+47 977 60 020
Gallery, shop with handcrafts, turf museum and history museum 11 - 4 Open every day, all year
18 8430 Myre
Handelsstedet Tinden post@tinden.oksnes.no
+47 76 13 28 56 +47 909 45 727
Coast historical museum. Old Tinden Trading place
www.fargeklatten.no
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www.visitvesteralen.com REASONABLY PRICED, COMFORTABLE AND LUXURIOUS The ďŹ nest hotel rooms in Andenes at the most affordable prices
EACH ROOM – A NEW ADVENTURE
Booking: www.hotellmarena.no "OEFOFT t 5FM
We offer: • well-appointed, modern studio flats • designated areas for camping, caravans and campervans
• cabin with sea-view • service/pub • div. activitie-offers, ideal for wave-sufing!
KĂĽrebussen can also offer: customized guided tours, transport to/from airport, coastal express, railway or your own special needs.
Andbø, 8484 Risøyhamn - Tel: +47 951 17 359 - kare.myrvang@nordlysnett.no - www.marmelkroken.no
WELCOME TO Ă…SAND BRYGGE
A place for vacation, leisure, and recreation, fishing and hunting - Business trip and courses, sociability and friendly gatherings.
Eidet, N-8475 STRAUMSJĂ˜EN BĂ˜ IN VESTERĂ…LEN
Bø rorbu & fritidsferie have three efficiency flats for hire in Hovden, Bø in VesterĂĽlen. The apartments are equipped with a living area and kitchen, including a refrigerator, cooker, dishwasher and satellite dish TV reception, two bedrooms, shower/WC, washing machine and pantry with a freezer. There is a beautiful panorama out over the open ocean; we are located a short distance from three lovely sandy beaches, and there are plenty of opportunities for outings both on foot or by bicycle. We are situated a short distance from the bird rocks and fishing lakes at NykvĂĽg. We have bicycles for hire. There is also boat transportation to Nyksund, Ă˜ksnes Vestbygd, Tinden and Skipnes. We arrange guided mountain excursions. Bø rorbu og fritidsferie AS, Boks 205, 8465 Straumsjøen. Booking: Randi Hanssen - Mob +47 977 16 392 E-mail: randi.hanssen@vkbb.no - www.fritidsferie.no
Telt: +47 76 13 81 00/ 938 23 305 / 971 40 910 post@asand.no - www.asand.no
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Welcome to a magnificent experience
live in the centre THE CENTER OF Lofoten AND Vesterålen
Postboks 63 N-8455 Stokmarknes (+47) 761 52 999 post@hurtigrutenshus.com www.hurtigrutenshus.com
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Hotels & fishermans’s cabins - Sleep well in beautiful surroundings!
sor tland hotell vesterålsgt. 59, 8 40 0 sor tland telephone: +47 76 10 8 4 0 0 w w w.sor tlandhotell.no
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TRAVEL TO VESTERÅLEN The trip to Vesterålen is an experience in itself, whether you travel by automobile, bus, aeroplane, coastal express, train or a combination of these. Your own automobile: E-6 through Norway, via Riksgrensen E-10 from Sweden. Ferries, see www.177.no Traffic and road information: www.vegvesen.no/Trafikkinformasjon/Reiseinformasjon/Trafikkmeldinger By air : Oslo/Bergen/Stavanger/Trondheim to Harstad-Narvik Evenes airport www.sas.no eller www.norwegian.com. Bus from Evenes to Sortland www.flybussen.no/sortland/ Oslo - Bodø - Stokmarknes - Tromsø / Oslo - Bodø - Andenes - Tromsø www.wideroe.no By train: Oslo - Fauske www.nsb.no, bus Fauske - Sortland www.177nordland.no Train through Sweden to Narvik. www.sj.se/ Bus Narvik - Sortland www.177nordland.no Coastal Express: Bergen - Kirkenes, calls at Stokmarknes, Sortland and Risøyhamn. www.hurtigruten.no The regional tourist office at Sortland tel. + 47 76 11 14 80, will help you with bookings for the coastal express ship.
MORE THAN JUST A TAXI From our basis in Bø we can offer you transport from and to the airports of Bardufoss, Evenes and Stokmarknes, Hurtigruten harbours and roundtrips through the Vesterålen, Lofoten and all other destinations. Whatever where or what you want to experience, we can give you a special offer and a competitive price for all your transport. Our car fleet of busses and taxis have a capacity for 1 to 50 persons. It is our pleasure to help you to organize your roundtrips and transport. Contact us and we can do you a good proposal. If you need guides we can arrange it for you. Comfort, service and safety are our main essentiality for the carriage of you and your guests in 1 of our taxis or buses.
Your experience is our responsibility Order your trip, cal: +47 76 13 77 00
Routemap January 2009. With reservation for changes.
(Lofoten)
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flight)
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Fly Widerøe to Vesterålen Don’t let distance or lack of time stop you from experiencing Vesterålen. Fly with us from Bodø or Tromsø to Andenes or Stokmarknes in just 30 minutes. Check which airport is closest to your destination.
Fares from NOK (Summer flight)
375
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Book your flight at wideroe.no
(Summer flight)
(Summer flight)
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Example fare, one-way incl. taxes. Subject to availability.
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www.visitvesteralen.com Close to nature, you can: - stay in comfortable and pleasant seaside cabins with a view to the midnightsun - wine and dine in the restaurant ‘Sjøstua’, with a taste of Vesterålen - go fishing, from the fishing quay, rent a boat or a guided fishingtrip
We welcome you to the only sertificied ecotourisme place in Vesterålen
Tel.: +47 76 12 37 40 - sjoehus@online.no
Sgl. room from NOK 595,Dbl. room from NOK 840,We are situated in the middle of Lofoten and Vesterålen The best place to be when you are visiting the area! Telephone: +47 76 16 00 00 E-mail: booking@m-h.no
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WELCOME TO
andenescamping.no
ANDENES CAMPING is ANDENES A i located l d in i pleasant l surroundings di just j at the entrance to Andenes. You can enjoy the fantastic panorama of the open ocean after you have parked your car and begun to enjoy the relaxing atmosphere here. The camping site is located about 2 kms from the centre of Andenes, which offers you a wide range of services. A well-stocked grocery shop is to be found only about 200 m from the camping site. Using Andenes Camping as your home base, you can explore Andøya.
Camping season: May - September open hours 8-11 / 18-23 Tel:+47 76 14 14 12 e-mail: camping@whalesafari.no
M i i await i you, such h as: Th h l safari, f i Many opportunities The whale puffin bird safari, fishing outings, easily accessible hiking terrain, art exhibitions, museums, the lighthouse, guided guided mountain tours, kayak paddling, local culinary traditions and much, much more. We welcome you to enjoy our magnificent natural surroundings, and we know you will feel at home with us.
Off-season: Tel.: +47 76 11 56 00 fax.: +47 76 11 56 10 www.andenescamping.no no
RESTAURANT In authentic North-Norwegian surroundings, located pierside at Andenes, Riggen Restaurant offers you the finest in dining. Daytime luncheon menu and à la carte meals during evenings, featuring both traditional and modern dishes. Saturdays we offer an excellent cake buffet and on Sundays our dinner buffet featuring North-Norwegian delicacies. DANCE BAR Riggen Dance Bar, with an open panorama. Friday – Saturday we have live music. Fully licensed. Telephone: 76 11 56 05 e-mail: riggen@whalesafari.no
RESTAURANT & BAR
DESIGN: GOD STREK, ANDENES. PHOTOS: ROY SAMUELSEN, LUNDQVIST/BJØNNES, WHALESAFARI OG SVEIN T. K. ELIASSEN.
Andenes Camping
www.visitvesteralen.com At the Sortland bus teminal
Stop here for a bite to eat, reading materials and much more
We have waste disposal, please help us keep Vesterålen clean!
A high point in your day!
Contact:
+47 76 11 29 00 www.reno-vest.no
CONVENIENCE SHOP - CAR REPAIR SHOP - CAR WASH WASHING BAY FOR SELF CAR-WASH Our helpful staff are ready to assist you
Open to 24.00
LIFE JACKET RENTAL
Statoil Sortland
Diesel-powered small boats, separate mooring facility: +47 76 12 80 00 Tel.: 7612 1137 37 00 00 Tlf. 76 SORTLAND SORTLAND
Avis has all types of short-term and long-term rental vehicles Havna Service AS is a petrol station with a convenience shop, fast food restaurant and automobile service hall. Whether you need a passenger car or a larger vehicle for special tasks, we can help you. We have 7-seaters and 9-seater hatchbacks. And if you need a vehicle for a longer period of time, Avis MiniLease is an excellent alternative. Contact us and we will find the vehicle that meets your needs. Telephone +47 76 11 37 10 (90 12 13 00 on-call) sortland@avis.no
815 33 044 www.avis.no
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Whale-, bird- and seal safari! Our enthusiastic crew welcome you on board our whale safari from Stø in Vesterålen. The close encounter with the majestic sperm whale in addition to thousands of nesting puffins and other seabirds on Anda makes this an optimal nature experience!
Season 2010: May 21 - September 11. Light meal. Bring warm clothes and shoes. Capacity: Max 55 people. Duration: 5-6 hours. Departure: 2 trips every day. Booking: + 47 76 13 43 00
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Whale guarantee = money back or a new trip for free!