Harstad Guide 2014 - ENGLISH

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the harstad Region

TRAVEL GUIDE 2014

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Welcome to

the HARSTAD region BJARKØY

- Your adventure awaits!

SANDSØY

GRYTØYA Harstad is situated in the middle of Nothern Norway - strategically placed at the entrance to Vesterålen and Lofoten. We invite you to a region of unforgettable nature experiences.

A rugged, but accessible mountain landscape - magnificent views and a rich ­archipelago. Find a peaceful place of your own, drink clean water from sparkling rivers, and fish from mountain lakes and the sea.

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We have gathered much of what the Harstad region has to offer, ­including activities, adventures, ­accommodation, dining - and much more!

ANDØRJA HARSTAD ROLLØYA

SKÅNLAND EVENES TJELDSUND

WELCOME! For more information about the Harstad region visit us at www.destinationharstad.no Drop by our tourist office for more information - we will be happy to help!

Open hours: Daily 16 June - 17 August 10:00 - 18:00 Mon. – Fri. 08:00 - 15:30 (off season)

THIS BROCHURE IS PUBLISHED BY: Harstad Tourist Office Visiting address: Sjøgata 1 B-3, 9405 Harstad Mailing address: PO 654, 9486 Harstad Phone: + 47 77 01 89 89 E-mail: post@destinationharstad.no

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PRODUCTION • Circulation: 40 000 • Language: Norwegian, English, German and French • Project manager: Gro Dagsvold, Leader, Harstad Tourist information • Layout/Design: Tore Schöning Olsen, NordNorsk Reiseliv AS / Forretningstrykk AS • Print: Stibo A/S • Cover photo credit: Stian Klo • Small cover photos: nettfoto.no (1), stevenilsen.no (2), Sør Troms museum (3), Shutterstock (4), Båt & Motorservise (5), B & B Tourung (6), Tage Karlsen (7), Knut Ingebrigtsen (8)

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CONTENTS Practical information 4 travelling to harstad

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USEFUL INFORMATION

experiences 8 accommodation

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10 food

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13 dining

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14 Historical trondenes

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16 attractions

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19 ACTIVITIES

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22 cycling

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kayaking / diving

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hiking / mountains

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TRAVEL TO HARSTAD

BY AIR: Avinor Harstad/Narvik Airport, Evenes www.avinor.no/lufthavn/harstad Tel: +47 67 03 41 00

EXPRESS BOATS Tromsø- Finnsnes - (Brøstadbotn - Engenes) - Harstad: www.tromskortet.no

Oslo/Bergen/Trondheim - Harstad/Narvik (Evenes): www.sas.no www.norwegian.no Stavanger - Harstad/Narvik (Evenes): www.bmiregional.com/norge www.sas.no www.norwegian.no

Harstad- Bjarkøystedene - Sør-Senja: www.tromskortet.no Troms fylkestrafikk, customer service Harstad: Tel: +47 77 78 84 96

FERRIES Torghatten Nord www.torghatten-nord.no

AIRPORT EXPRESS BUS Airport express bus from Harstad/Narvik (Evenes) to Harstad city centre. www.flybussen.no

Route Information Troms: Tel: 177 Revsnes-Flesnes/ Stangnes - Sørrollnes/ Stornes Bjørnerå/ Grytøy - Sandsøy- Bjarkøy/

REGULAR BUS SERVICE Boreal Transport Nord AS Tel: +47 78 40 70 00 www.boreal.no Comprehensive route network throughout the entire region, as well as the rest of the country.

ROUTE INFORMATION / ROUTE PLANNING Troms fylkestrafikk, Route Information Tel. 177 +47 77 78 84 96 (customer service Harstad) www.tromskortet.no Torghatten North (Ferries) +47 906 20 700/ Booking: 908 20 700 http://torghatten-nord.no/

Schedule corresponds with the flight times of SAS and Norwegian, but not Widerøe SYMBOLS

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Harstad Turistkontor Lundbrygga Turistinformasjon

Prices are per person in NOK, presented as ”adults / children”.

Prices labelled ”0 NOK” = on one’s own / single activities free.

If needed, contact us for more information.

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(+47) 77 01 89 89

post@destinationharstad.no www.destinationharstad.no

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Sjøgata 1b/3, Harstad Lundbrygga, Sjøvegan

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bjo-broe@online.no (+47) 91 59 06 75

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EMERGENCY NUMBERS Fire station: Police emergency number: Medical emergency number:

110 112 113

RECOVERY SERVICEs: NAF (The Norwegian Automobile Association) Emergency number: 08505 Viking Recovery Services Emergency number: 06000 Falck Norway Emergency number: 02222 / (+47) 33 13 80 80 GENERAL BUSINESS HOURS Banks: Monday - Friday 10.00 - 15.00

Shower / LAUNDRY Kaikanten Mat and Catering AS at Sjøgata 8 offers the following services to boat guests and tourists: Showers, restrooms and coin-operated laundry and dryers, in addition to food and drinks for sale.

Long-term parking up to 1 week at municipal parking spaces is possible at the following locations: Fisketorget, Kaikanten Mat and Catering AS, the carpark at Havnegata, Trekanten carpark by Grottebadet and the carpark by Amfi Bertheus.

Open: Monday - Thursday 12.00 – 24.00, Friday - Saturday 12.00 – 04.00, Sunday 12.00 – 24.00.

The municipality has established two larger free parking areas outside of the city centre. These are near the approach roads on either side of town. To avoid extended parking on these spaces, parking at night is not permitted here. Parking outside the city is free throughout the region!

PARKING Coins and credit cards can be used in ­parking meters in Harstad city centre.

Parking fee applies Monday - Friday 08.00 - 17.00 and Saturday 08.00 - 15.00.

Sundays free.

LUGGAGE STORAGE Coins can be used in storage lockers in the terminal at the express boat dock.

Main post office: Weekdays 09.00 - 18.00.

Saturday 08.00 - 15.00.

BUSS REISER AS

When quality and service take the front seat!

Rental car in Harstad?

Tour buses - Minibuses - Taxis CONTACT INFO Bus: 901 93 690 Taxi: 900 93 508 Office: 900 93 508 evensas@online.no

You find us at Samagata 33, 9403 Harstad.

Give us a call, and we’ll find the right car for you! +47 770 18 610 (direct) harstad@europcar.no

+47 815 51 800 (central booking) www.europcar.no

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REGULAR BUS SERVICE Hålogaland region

AIRPORT EXPRESS BUS Harstad - Harstad/ Narvik Evenes Airport

TOUR BUSES

• We provide the services you need at a reasonable price.

• Large vehicle wash / septic tank emptying service.

Tel: +47 78 40 70 00 • mail: buss.harsTad@boreal.no • rouTe inFormaTion : Tel. 177

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Norway’s Coastal Route

Welcome to Harstad Harbour a multipurpose harbour: • Industry and commerce •The fishing industry • Basic operations • Passengers and tourism • Guest harbour with a capacity for 18 pleasure crafts

Switchboard: (+47) 77 00 12 10 Harbour patrol: (+47) 77 00 12 12 harstadhavn@harstad.kommune.no www.harstadhavn.no

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ACCOMMODATION © N e t t f oto. n o

Harstad offers excellent and varied accommodation.

You can choose to stay in the city centre, just outside town, or in the more scenic areas of the region.

Why not spend the night in the archipelago?

Hotels, boathouse facilities, guesthouses, rooms to let, campsites suited for motorhomes, caravans and tents are all available here. There are also opportunities to stay at a farm, or spend the night in a lavvo.

Harstad Hiking Association offers 9 excellent, unmanned cabins with several beds. © H a r s ta d C a m p i n g

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WELCOME! TO THON HOTEL HARSTAD

T he dockside hotel

CONFERENCE PACKAGES SWIMMING AND BATHING PACKAGES CULTURAL PACKAGES

We offer evening meals

Harstad Tidende Harstad Tidende

Thon Hotel Harstad is situated in the heart of Harstad, with a splendid view across Vågsfjorden.

Read more at thonhotels.no/harstad, or give us a call at +47 77 00 08 00

Havnegata 3, Harstad • Tel. +47 77 04 08 00 • Fax: +47 77 04 08 01 E-mail: cc.arcticus@choice.no • Web: www.choicehotels.no

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GOURMET-HARSTAD - a culinary Mecca for food lovers!

Every country has a region uniquely attractive to those who appreciate good food and drink. Harstad - in the middle of Northern Norway - has in recent years developed into such a place. Domestic and international food experts have come to visit the city, and have offered glowing appraisals of how fresh local materials are matched with international ingredients and dishes, particularly from Mediterranean countries. Combined with a unique network of wine producers and wine importers, the most delectable dishes are raised to an even higher standard with perfectly matched wines. There has been no shortage of praise from professionals and guests, and experts have written five-star reviews in both newspapers and professional journals.

Proximity to the sea, the light and the Gulf stream have all contributed to making Harstad a culinary Mecca. It is the warm water from the Caribbean Sea that keeps the temperatures north of the Arctic Circle 5 to 10 degrees warmer than what it otherwise might have been. Ocean currents also contribute to making the fish population in the area particularly strong and healthy.

The fjords and coastline around Harstad are full of fish; especially cod, halibut and pollock. But also specialties such as salmon, redfish and cusk. Shellfish, such as blue mussels and scallops can be found here, and a little further north is the hugely popular king crab.

The area around the islands in the region offer particularly fine grazing conditions due to a climate with a perfect balance of sunlight, rain and clean air.

This yields locally sourced raw ingredients of high quality meat from fowl and including moose, venison, lamb, pork, beef, duck and grouse.

In this hotspot of raw materials itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no wonder that interest and talent for the preparation of these precious ingredients has flourished, as they are prepared alongside the vegetables and berries of the region, with pates, spices, hams and other exciting elements from the Mediterranean countries, just as our ancestors did centuries ago.

Had we failed to developed restaurants and menus that make these unique taste experiences available to travellers from around the world, it would be nothing less than a betrayal against food lovers!

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- a culinary, historical and cultural gem!

This historical property with its scenic location is situated only six kilometres from Harstad. Built in 1673, it has been run by the Kulseng family for ten generations. The main building is in a Trøndelag architectural style and dates back to 1750, while the barn containing the Harr Gallery is from 1899. The manor has held royal permission to function as a guesthouse since the 18th century.

The manor itself stands on the ridge of a steep hill with a view of the open fjord and the majestic mountains. Surrounded by an impressive nine-hole golf course and several preserved buildings.

In the main building, tables are set for parties of up to 40 people with porcelain, crystal and elegance, in these splendid surroundings.

Portraits of the family’s ancestors hang on the walls of the antique lounges decorated with rococo door panels. In the gallery, adorned with paintings by the artist Karl-Erik Harr, events can be arranged on one or two floors, with a capacity of up to 200 people.

The manor also offers unique accommodation for those who wish to experience the peace, scents and simple sounds of the farm, evoking a sense of naturalism and pastoral romanticism.

All the raw ingredients are in plain view at this manor. Delicious meals are offered from the generous sea, lush fields, flourishing vegetable fields and sun-drenched berry bushes.

Through its openness and contact with Europe, Røkenes has incorporated European food traditions, dishes and wines that lend these culinary experiences a touch of luxury - if this is desired. The Northern Norwegian cordiality and rustic form has been infused with French traditions and secrets.

Nature, the manor, the stories and the joy of food create a unique framework, and an atmosphere that has won Røkenes Manor and Guesthouse several awards, including St. Olav’s Rose for its exceptional efforts in preserving Norwegian cultural heritage.

As its latest addition to its flora of services, Røkenes Manor and Guesthouse has opened an African-themed room in the silo (!), resulting from an eight year stay in Botswana. These unusual combinations of Norwegian tradition and international influence reveal a drive to maintain and preserve the coastal culture of the region while at the same time drawing inspiration from quality and diversity from abroad.

There are so many reasons why you should book your next trip and your next event - at Røkenes Manor and Guesthouse!

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RØKENES MANOR AND GUESTHOUSE

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- a flagship in the region’s restaurant flora!

Someone has to lead the way. And when Northern Norway decided to actively make use of its natural ­resources to create the most exquisite dishes based on local raw materials and top culinary expertise, De 4 ­Roser (The 4 Roses) restaurant was established in Harstad on 8 March 1996.

The goal was to create a restaurant that would “shine” - even beyond the borders of the region. And so it does. Today it is considered to be one of the country’s foremost restaurants based on the quality of the food and wine and on the highly skilled staff.

This has been made possible by the owners’ unique and ­unwavering passion for the pleasures of food and wine, with an insistence on using only the highest quality ingredients, and by an uncompromising desire to provide guests with an optimal dining experience. This is why, from the very beginning, they have ­recruited the best chefs and cooks from both Norway and abroad.

As the word has spread, some of the most skilled professionals have expressed a desire to work at this quality restaurant. It is situated in the city centre, in a venerable old house. There is a high-quality restaurant on the upper floor, and a trendy cafe with simpler dishes, using the same raw ingredients, on the floor below.

De 4 Roser prefers to source its produce from the local area.

The world’s best strawberries from Kvæfjord, and lovely raspberries from Grytøya. Vegetables grown exclusively by the best farmers in the region. Lamb from Lofoten. King crab from Finnmark.

Fish from just outside the restaurant in Vågsfjorden and adjacent fjords in the archipelago. All of this is infused with a touch of Italy and France. When a sommelier serves your wine, you should know that every course on the menu has been tried and tested by a discerning palate. Study trips may have resulted in a preference for the wines from the Piedmont region. But here you can simply trust our recommendations!

The crystal and damask tablecloths have been given competition by new and modern décor. While maintaining quality and elegance they have still managed to make this an informal dining experience. This combination has made De 4 Roser one of the most sought after restaurants in the country for both professionals and guests.

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- the fifth taste!

In the middle of Harstad town square stands Hoelstuen, inside one of Harstad’s oldest townhouses, dating back to 1895. Café and restaurant businesses have been run in the townhouse since 1933.

Umami is the latest addition to Harstad’s gourmet paradise. When Kim-Håvard Larsen and Sigrid Rafaelsen established the place in Havnegata in 2011, it arrived as a breath of fresh air. They were literally described as “the new wine” in Harstad’s restaurant environment.

Today, this is home to one of the best gourmet restaurants in the region, with an excellent staff. You will be served the finest meals in splendid surroundings, in a relaxed and home-like atmosphere..

Well-trained waiters and chefs ensure this experience, and it will be unusual if the owner himself isn’t there, making sure that you and your party are receiving the top quality and personal service for which Hoelstuen is renowned.

Hoelstuen supports Northern Norwegian coastal culture and actively participates in creating unique Arctic menus. The owners also travel abroad, seeking inspiration and knowledge. Drawn by its warm and hospitable atmosphere, producers and suppliers of raw ingredients from Norway and abroad often come to visit.

The staff has developed a preference for Italian wine, although wines from the other great wine countries are certainly served as well.

Like many other restaurants in Harstad, Hoelstuen loves to produce menus with matching wines. Like any other friend might do, you are free to change your selection if you prefer a different wine. - I can’t sleep at night if the wine doesn’t suit our meals, says the owner with a smile, and adds - I’ve become more and more convinced that part of the secret to our success is just that. We don’t give up until our guests are one hundred percent satisfied.

Hoelstuen now has an offshoot in the Bark café, just 50 ­metres away. Simpler meals are served here, also in a venerable and traditional venue. Sometimes our guests want a simpler solution, and this is an alternative. At Hoelstuen, however, we want our guests to take their time. And we have plenty of time to wait until they are finished with food, avec and good conversation.

And if the guests need a guitar to convey their messages and emotions, and this can also be conjured up from the back room.

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Umami is also known as the fifth sense of taste. It was discovered more than a hundred years ago, and is the “little brother” of sweet, salt, sour and bitter tastes. Literally, the word means pleasant and savoury. And that is precisely what Umami has succeeded in creating. They are uncompromising in terms of the quality of their ingredients. Once this is ascertained, their main priority is to bring out the unique qualities and flavours of the ingredients in the best possible manner, without adding too much else to the mix. When this is done with artistic design, the dishes become a delight for the eyes, and a new experience for the palate. Umami has managed to introduce a new taste to Harstad’s unique gourmet landscape.

The young owners have both worked at some of the best restaurants in the country, and received their certificates in Oslo.

Both the chefs and the apprentices at Umami have participated in World Chef Championships and the Culinary Olympics for the Norwegian national youth culinary teams.Umami has a small, intimate restaurant with a capacity for 25 guests and is designed as a kitchen and dining room. Here you can try your hand at preparing food with the chefs, take a cooking course, participate in food games or simply share an appetizer with the chefs before the meal.

Their slogan is “food where you are”, which means that they can also serve you a meal wherever you are - whether you’re at home, in the mountains or by the sea. Skilled as they are in cooking fish and shellfish, a gastronomic experience by the sea is a magical event. After all, they are members of “Taste of the coast”, an organisation which promotes coastal gastronomic experiences.

It is impossible not to notice the young owners’ love of the region, and we guarantee you will find their playful and flexible style and mannerisms infectious.

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Welcome to Trondenes Fort one of the world’s largest land-based guns

The artillery battery was constructed by German occupation forces during World War II. All four of the guns are intact, and one of these – the Adolf Gun – currently stands in an open museum.

intended use. There is also a “coastal artillery collection” of equipment and instruments from the German coastal batteries during World War II, and later used by Norwegian coastal battery gunners.

The fort is a monument to those who lost their lives during the construction work, and to those who were driven from their homes as a result of the defence line during World War II.

Contact Destination Harstad for guided tours: +47 77 01 89 89 post@destinationharstad.no

In the bunker beneath the actual gun is an exhibition displaying the history of the gun, its construction and

Scheduled tours are available during the summer.

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HISTORICAL TRONDENES 1000 YEARS OF PLOUGHS, CROSSES AND SWORDS

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CHIEFTAIN’S FARM AT THRÓNDARNES Asbjørn Sigurdson inherited this large farm at Trondenes at the age of 18. In 1022 he sailed to Sola to buy grain from his uncle, Erling Skjalgsson. At Avaldsnes, both his cargo and sail were stolen by Tore Sel. The following year, Asbjørn sailed out with a longship and 90 men to seek revenge. He decapitated Tore Sel before the eyes of King Olav at the king’s farm on Karmøy.

With the aid of Erling Skjalgsson, Asbjørn escaped with his life.

As punishment he was to become one of the king’s men at Avaldsnes. Asbjørn was allowed to return home to Trondenes, but defied the king and never returned to Karmøy. On his way from Vågan in 1024, he was killed with a spear. Sigrid, his mother, gave the spear to Tore Hund with the following words: “It would be a manly deed, if thou shouldst throw this spear from thy hand so that it stood in Olaf’s breast. And this I can tell thee, that thou wilt be named coward in every man’s mouth, if thou dost not avenge Asbjorn.” Tore Hund landed the killing blow on Olav with his spear Selshemnaren, impaling him through his armour at the battle of Stiklestad in 1030.

At Altevågen, just past the lookout point Prekestolen, are five burial mounds and two ruins of boathouses from the Viking Age.

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MEDIEVAL CHURCH – “That church has something to tell us” These are the words of poet Petter Dass. In 1613, Peder Calussøn said: “Trondenes Church is the most beautiful stone church in the Norwegian countryside”. The church had a somewhat enigmatic beginning, a golden age, but also periods of decline. After several years of restoration the door were re-opened in 1950, and bishop Berggrav called it “Northern Norway’s Cultural Heirloom”. All who enter Trondenes Church are captivated by the unique atmosphere in the great church room. No less impressive is the chancel, which is larger than what is commonplace today. At the heart of the chancel stands the triptych, which represents an important part of the church’s 700-800 year history.

PAINFUL HISTORY - THE WAR YEARS War left its mark on Trondenes. German occupation forces constructed “Batterie Trondenes” on the ridge of the peninsula. From this position they could protect targets in Andfjorden without being seen, but the location also enabled them to participate in attacks on targets in the outer part of Ofotfjorden. This way, the artillery battery at Trondenes could be utilised in the defence of all routes into Narvik.

Four 40.6 calibre guns were erected.

From 1942 to 1945 there was a large prison camp at Trondenes. Many of the prisoners died here. Russian prisoners who were held at the camp when Norway was liberated raised a monument to their fallen comrades in the summer of 1945. The prisoners claimed that 800 had died under horrendous conditions in German captivity at Trondenes.

Finnmark lay in ruins after the war, and a total of 930 inhabitants were lodged in 100 barracks at Trondenes. The Finnmark camp was in use until early 1951, and was thereby the evacuation camp In Norway which was operational for the longest period of time.

HAVE A HISTORICAL DAY! Trondenes is a historical peninsula. Stroll along the marked heritage trail, through the Viking Age and boathouse sites, and onward to the painful history of the Soviet prison camp and the Finnmark camp. Enjoy watching the Norwegian wild sheep and Nordland cattle graze, as they maintain the cultural landscape. Enjoy the birdlife at Laugen, where 42 species of birds have been registered, or walk “The Trail Along The Sea” accompanied by the sound of crashing waves. Join a tour of one of the world’s largest land-based guns, enjoy the tranquillity of the world’s northernmost medieval stone church, and wander through 1000 years of ploughs, crosses and swords, at Trondenes Historical Centre. Enjoy a nice meal at the café or bring a packed lunch, perhaps even a swimsuit, to Altevågen No matter what you choose, we know you’ll have a historical day!

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SIGHTS THE ADOLF GUN Scheduled tours from 16 June - 17 Aug daily at 09.30, 12.00, 16.30 18 Aug. - 31 Aug daily at 12.00 Entrance fee: Adults Kr. 80,Children Kr. 40,TRONDENES HISTORICAL CENTRE Open hours: Summer: 16 June – 17 Aug Open hours: 10.00 - 17.00 Open hours: 18 Aug - 15 June Monday - Friday 10.00 - 14.00 Sunday 11.00 -16.00 Entrance fee: Adults Kr. 85,Students, seniors Kr. 65,Children Kr. 40,TRONDENES CHURCH Open church: 30 June – 10 Aug Monday - Friday at 10.00 - 14.00 Scheduled tours 30/6 – 17/8 at 15:30 Daily at 15.30 (subject to change in case of other church events) Entrance fee: Adults Kr. 80,Children Kr. 40,HISTORICAL TRONDENES 5 - 7 SEP 2014 A festival with all of Trondenes as its stage.

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ATTRACTIONS The Harstad region is home to a number of historical sites spanning several eras and historic events. The Viking Age, the Middle Ages, World War II and the old engineering industry in Harstad are well-represented with local history tied to each attraction.

On the Trondenes peninsula you will find the world’s northernmost medieval stone church (approx. 1250), one of the largest land-based guns from World War II, Viking sites and the Trondenes Historical Centre. The latter presents the Harstad region’s history, starting from the early Stone Age up to the present day.

The schooner Anna Rogde, the pride of the city and a cultural treasure, is also an important part of Harstad. Dating back to 1868, the ship is the world’s oldest operational schooner.

If your interests lie in industrial history, you can visit Helleren Power Plant Museum in the municipality of Skånland. The museum teaches an important part of Norwegian technical devel-

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opment over the last 90 years. Within the same municipality you will find the sculpture “7 Magical Points”, which is a part of Artscape Nordland.

In the municipality of Tjeldsund you will find both relics from the Viking Age and the sculpture “Media Thule”. One of the most impressive Viking weapons ever found is from Tjeldøya, and a replica is on display at Tjeldsund museum.

Outside of Harstad lies Nupen, a popular vantage point for watching the Midnight Sun. It was awarded the title “Norway’s most romantic place to see the Midnight Sun” by a renown travel magazine.

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GALLERY OF NORTHERN NORWAY An arena for a broad range of artistic expressions, exhibiting of local, national and international artists. The Arts Festival of North Norway holds annual exhibitions here.

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SANDTORG OPEN AIR MUSEUM This local open air museum is comprised of seven buildings. The main building, “Ursinstua”, was built in 1789, and offers a glimpse into the lives of earlier Northern Norwegian farmers and fishermen. Open by appointment.

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VILGESVÁRRE Restored Sámi settlement in beautiful natural surroundings, abandoned in the late 1950s.

Option to spend the night in a gamme or a lavvo. Preparation of Sámi food. Various activities.

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TRONDENES CHURCH The world’s northernmost stone church from the late Middle Ages (1250). The church is situated in a scenic area, has a beautiful interior, and contains several artistic treasures.

01.01 > 31.12 Trondenes Kirke Trondenesv. Harstad

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Sandtorgholmen Hotel Sandtorg, 9430 Sandtorg

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TJELDSUND MUSEUM Schoolhouse and teacher/parish clerk residence from 1869. Exhibition of artefacts from this time period. The museum also has an exact replica of the Steinvik sword.

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Harstad Skipsverftshistorie as (+47) 99 47 30 18 Samasjøv. 16, Harstad

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ASTAFJORD CHURCH Modern working church built in 1978 using LECA blocks and concrete. Architect: Harald Hille.

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TRASTAD MUSEUM AND GALLERY The museum is a national documentation centre for the history and art of the intellectually disabled. The centre presents the history of the intellectually disabled after the Second World War.

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“ANNA ROGDE” The “Anna Rogde”, from 1868 has been kept in perfect condition, thanks to many years of maintenance by skilled and passionate volunteers! We dare claim that she is one of the world’s largest maritime cultural treasures still in operation - and of course, the pride of Harstad!

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SANDTORGHOLMEN HOTEL Licensed bar, dining, wheelchair-accessible rooms, sauna / hot tub, private bathroom / bath, boat rental, activities, conference facilities.

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HARSTAD CHURCH Harstad separated from Trondenes as a parish on 1 July 1954. Four years later, on 3 August 1958, Harstad church was consecrated and opened to the public. The architect was Jan Inge Hovik, designer of the Arctic Cathedral. Guided tours by appointment all year.

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SKJÆRSTAD HERRING OIL FACTORY Opened in 1922, and was only operational for 6 years. Since then, the factory has remained untouched, and is today Norway’s only completely intact herring oil factory from the early 1900s. Open by appointment.

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THE ADOLF GUN The cannon was built by German occupation forces during World War II. Regular tours three times a day during peak season. Otherwise only by request. Contact tourist information.

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KVÆFJORD CHURCH Long church built from timber and consecrated the 30th of July 1867. The pulpit and altarpiece date from the 1700s.

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NUPEN - POPULAR RECREATIONAL AREA Especially known for its view of Andfjorden and the midnight sun. Voted the most romantic spot in Norway. During the winter it is well suited for watching the Northern Lights and stargazing.

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TJELDSUND CHURCH At Hov. A beautiful long church consecrated in 1901.

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ARTSCAPE NORDLAND Sculpture: “7 magical points”. Beautiful and mystical, made of circular iron, 7 metres in ­diameter, 25 tons. Beautifully situated on the shoreline, facing the midnight sun, in natural surroundings. Artist: Martti Aiha.

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GRYTØY OPEN AIR MUSEUM The open air museum at Lundenes is situated in beautiful surroundings on Grytøya. With its six buildings and over 4000 registered artefacts at this open air museum, this is one of the most extensive collections of its kind in Northern Norway.

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SKÅNLAND CHURCH - EVENSKJER Large, beautiful, wooden long church, constructed in a magnificent Basilica style in 1901. Architect: Carl J. Bergstrøm. Open to visitors by appointment.

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OLE OTTESASTUA This typical Northern Norwegian building on Bjarkøy dating back to approx.1870, gives us a glimpse of the cramped living conditions common until the 1960s. This building housed up to nine people. Open by appointment.

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KRAMBUVIKA OPEN AIR MUSEUM “Sverrebrygga” is a brewery with a cafe and exhibitions. There is also a net house, a boathouse, the servants’ quarters, a forge and not least, the charming crofter’s cottage “Jennystua”. Sundays 17.00-20.00.

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HANS EGEDES MINNE Elgsnes Chapel, also known as Hans Egedes minne (Hans Egedes Memorial), is a long church built in 1985. The chapel is located 30 km by car from central Harstad.

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Tovik Church Exquisite wooden long church from 1905, lavishly adorned, and containing many old cultural treasures. Architect: N. Saxegaard.

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MELØYVÆR FORT A relic from the Cold War. Its construction was completed in 1988, and is equipped with three 120 mm Bofors-guns and a command post. Until recently, the fort was one of Norway’s best-kept secrets. Open all year by appointment.

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ACTIVITIES Looking for something to do? Harstad offers a host of activities for people of all ages. Grottebadet, located in a mountain in Harstad centre, is a waterpark with a tropical climate all year round. Here’s something for everyone who loves the water. Should you prefer cultural activities, Harstad is home to numerous galleries, a cinema, and one of the region’s largest cultural centres hosting 150 events per year.

Aktiv Events will help you organise children’s birthday parties, bachelor parties or company parties, with lots of fun! Try a bouncy castle, mechanical bull or sumo wrestling in their FunPark. All-terrain vehicles (ATV), paintball and gladiator combat - there are numerous options for team building, ensuring an unforgettable event.

Totonor Harstad track is also the world’s northernmost horse racing track, open all year. Exciting horse races, among other things, are held here, including V5 betting (the Norwegian National Tote).

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KVÆFJORD CAKE This cake is also known as “verdens beste” (The World’s Best) and was voted Norway’s national cake in 2002. A book about Kvæfjord Cake is available for purchase at the Harstad Tourist Office.

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On your way home, you can stop by the venerable Røkenes Manor and Guesthouse, or perhaps try out the golf course on the property? On the mainland side of the Tjeldsund bridge lie Tovik and Vilgesvàrre, where an old Sámi settlement has been restored. This is a great opportunity to experience Sámi culture, whether you spend the night in a lavvo, taste Sámi food or learn to throw a lasso. Continue northward to Bardu and you can pay wild animals a visit at the world’s northernmost wildlife centre, Polar Park. There is no reason to be bored in the Harstad region!

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GROTTEBADET- IT’S always SUMMER in NORWAY’S coolest cave Within the mountain in central Harstad you will find a spectacular wonderland of grottos, waterfalls, several pools, a sauna and tropical summer all year round.

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Harstad Villmarkssenter offers lavvo and gamme (turf hut) rental for events. Activities and dining are also available here. Out on beautiful Grytøya you will find the Grøtavær wharf, offering overnight accommodations, a lavvo camp, guided mountain hikes and a full guesthouse experience for groups.

Grottebadet Håkonsgate 7, Harstad

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The Hinnøy festival, a country music festival for dance enthusiasts, is held in June. The Arts Festival of North Norway, follows shortly after. This is a week filled with cultural events including music, theatre, dance performances and much more. The whole of Harstad is on its feet for the event, and celebrations are held all over the city. We also have Bakgårdsfestivalen (the Backyard Festival) in August, just as new students are arriving in the city.

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the Arts festival of north norway A spectacular international event, where a wellspring of musical genres are produced and presented, parallel with theatre, visual art, film and literature.

21.06 > 28.06 Festspillene i Nord-Norge (+47) 77 04 12 30 Havnegata 3, Harstad

post@festspillnn.no www.festspillnn.no

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Boat rental 50 foot boat with skipper Fishing and fjord trips are available for booking.

Excellent fishing facilities for preparing and cooking fish. 18 foot boats with outboard engines.

Rowboats, canoes and kayaks are available.

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brygga@grotavaer.no www.grotavaer.no G8

HARSTAD HIKING ASSOCIATION Day and weekend excursions, as well as various activities suitable for families and teens, both summer and winter. 8 unmanned cabins on Hinnøya and on the mainland are available for rental.

See our website for more information.

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Harstad Cinema Harstad Cinema shows films daily, and has a diverse selection, with weekly premieres and new films suited to every taste. Tickets can also be purchased on our website or from the ticket machine in the cinema foyer. post@harstadkulturhus.no +47 77 00 16 00

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A nature adventure park, housing bears, wolves, wolverines, lynxes, mountain foxes, moose, deer, reindeer, musk oxen, our mink “Lina” and our otter “Ottar”. Summer theatre, 2 zip lines, fishing. Open hours: Summer/every day from 09:00 to 18:00, winter/weekdays 09:00 - 16:00/ weekends 12:00 - 16:00

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Whalesafari Andenes Hamnegt. 1C, Andenes

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Guided Kayak tour in the harstad archipelago We paddle at a leisurely pace, try our luck with some fishing, make a bonfire on the shore and enjoy a light meal. All equipment and dry suits are included in the price. The excursion lasts 4 hours 01.01 > 31.12 Tequila Sport Strandgat. 15B, Harstad

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OUT INTO THE BLUE A different kind of fishing excursion. We take you out to sea and tell you some stories from our coastal area. We fish. We fillet the fish. A few activities. Delicious fish dinners are then prepared from your own catch.

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WHALE SAFARI ANDENES Whale safari Andenes has the shortest route to the whales. We offer experienced guides, whale exhibitions with whale skeletons, 100% whale guarantee, whale shop, restaurant, camping, a hostel, and whale safaris during both the winter and summer months.

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HARSTAD CULTURAL CENTRE Welcome to the largest cultural centre in the region. Here you are free to pick and choose between more than 150 events of all sizes throughout the year. Harstad Cultural Centre is visited by more than 40,000 people each year.

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Harstad golf club Each hole is a challenge. There are 9 holes on this course, but 18 different tees. The green fee costs 250 kroner, allowing 24 hours of tee time.

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Sea- and skerry experiences by RIB A focus on Northern Norwegian nature, history, and both bird and marine life. Surprise trips and planned company outings with food/catering and socialising at Midgard, Bjarkøy.

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SOLLIFJELLET ALPINE CENTRE Situated in scenic surroundings, roughly 8 km from central Harstad In the direction of Kvæfjord. The centre is one of the finest family-run ski centres in the country.

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RØKENES MANOR AND GUESTHOUSE Challenging 9-hole golf course in the pastoral Northern Norwegian countryside. The great difference in height between the lowest and highest point in this course makes it a physical challenge as well. Golf clubs and bags are available for rental.

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HARSTAD WILDERNESS CENTRE Rental of banquet hall, lavvo or gamme, including catering and activities. Separate wild game menu. A perfect informal evening for any group! We can tailor a program to fit the needs for your group.

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CAVE and grotto EXCURSIONS Experience the subterranean world. We’ll bring you to Trollkirken (the Troll Church), roughly 60 metres below the surface. We’ll take care of equipment and clothing, and transport. Food and drinks. Troll coffee will be served, brewed from fresh spring water

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HARSTAD SKATING CLUB Natural ice rink for speed skating and hockey during the winter. Inline / Roller skates during the summer.

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HARSTAD HIKING ASSOCIATION You can pick up keys to our rental cabins and sign up for membership at the offices of our business partner Harstad Tourist Office/Destination Harstad. Two of our cabins are suitable for groups..

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SOLLIFJELLET ALPINE Centre Ski and alpine centre, sledding hill and outdoor recreational area for the entire family. One of Northern Norway’s best family ski centres. Skis and snowboards available for rent.

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paddling class WITH TEQUILA SPORTS A kayak paddling class is a great experience, and is sure to leave a smile on your face! This introductory course is a part of the Norwegian Paddle Association “Wet Card” series. Both kayak and equipment rental are including in the price of the class..

01.01 > 31.12 Tequila Sport Strandgata 15B, Harstad

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Tequila Sport Strandgata 15B, Harstad

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DID YOU KNOW… Harstad has the northernmost inhabited archipelago in the world…

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Kasfjord og Omegn Velforening (+47) 90 88 12 78 Kasfjord 1, Kasfjord

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ROUND-TRIP among arctic coastal gems Experience a two-hour round-trip by boat in the Vågsfjorden archipelago. The express boat MS Stjernøy will take you from Harstad to the islands outside of the city. Tickets can be purchased either on board or at the Tourist Information Office.

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KASFJORD REGIONAL RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION (KOV) KOV-elingen - the first weekend of August every year. Family event, especially suited for children. Petting zoo, duck race, food, activities for kids.

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KAYAKING class WITH TEQUILA SPORTS Tequila Sports offers kayaking courses and guides for hire, ensuring safety, experience and mastery. Our introductory course lasts 3 hours, after which you will receive a “Wet Card”

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LAVVO CAMP in the archipelago Head to Burøya for a nature adventure! Nature trails, rappelling, climbing wall. We’ll tailor a program to suit your interests.

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Heritage trail starting at Trondenes church, a path which takes you through lush nature. A journey through Trondenes history, from Viking sites up to the grimmer historic sites from WWII. The path is marked by three main information boards as well as several smaller signs.

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chasing THE NORTHERN LIGHTS Come along on an exciting trip, chasing the Northern Lights from one of our Northern Lights experience arenas. NordlysCampen at Aun or Aurora Summit Lodge on Sollifjellet

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SNOW FUN ACTIVITIES Have some fun and enjoy our snow activities.

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RECOMMENDED CYLING ROUTES

Experience Harstad and its surroundings from a bicycle seat! In 2013, Harstad organised a popular celebration when the first ever “Arctic Race of Norway” completed its final stage in the heart of Harstad.

850 cyclists biked the difficult Arctic Race of Norway challenge- from Harstad city centre, along the scenic trail of Kvæfjord and Nupen, before returning to central Harstad.

The terrain around Harstad also offers options for mountain bike enthusiasts. Trails in Folkeparken, bike paths at Storhornet, or off-road and off-track - there is plenty of fun available for those will full-suspension bicycles!

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ROUTE 1 Harstad around Kvæfjord (from ARN Challenge text:) Route information: The route starts in Samagata at Sama. From there the trail will take you upwards (2.3%) for 7.5 km to Kvæfjord­ eidet, which is the course’s highest point at 200 masl. You then cycle downward towards Kvæfjord on a steep slope, before reaching the first break of the day after 17 km, at Borkenes. The journey then continues along the sea through a beautiful landscape all the way to Nupen, where you reach the second rest stop after about 34 km. From Nupen you will continue in the direction of Harstad again, and after 41 km you will encounter the final challenge of the day: cycling uphill over Høgda (5.8%). The final stage to the town takes you through beautiful Ervik.

ROAD/TRAIL 2 Folkeparken, less than 2 km from central Harstad.

TERRAIN/TRAIL 1 Storhornet, 510 masl. Drive towards Aunfjellet (approx. 8 km northeast of central Harstad), and start from Høgda just after the exit towards Aunfjellet/Elgsnes. On the right side of the road is a ­tractor road that eventually becomes a trail. Follow this trail to the top. Follow the same route back. A pleasant trip.

TERRAIN/TRAIL 2 Kvitnesvetten, 303 masl. Kvitnesvetten is easily accessible by mountain bike. Drive southward from Harstad, over the Tjeldsund bridge. Park at the parking lot where the bridge meets the mainland.

The trail begins right there from the parking lot before the toll bridge, on the right side, up a steep slope. From here it is easy to follow a well laid-out trail to the top. Before you pass the stream, there is a smaller trail turning right, whichh Is better suited for cycling. After passing the spring it becomes steeper for a while, before it again plateaus towards the top. Follow the same route back. Challenging at times, but a pleasant cycling route. Warning! The beginning of the route may be wet and muddy. www.destinationharstad.no

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HARSTAD ARCHIPELAGO Harstad is located on Norway’s largest island, Hinnøya, providing the region with a rich and varied archipelago, as well as excellent opportunities for fishing and other recreational activities. Outside Harstad is a multitude of islands, islets and skerries, with fantastic white sandy beaches and rocky shores.

The area has bird cliffs inhabited by thousands of sea birds nesting each spring, a large eagle population, seals and whales.

Fun fact - this is also the northernmost inhabited ­archipelago in the world! The Tjeldnes nature reserve on Tjeldøya also ­includes a vital breeding and resting area for wetland birds.

Grovfjord in the Skånland municipality displays the local coastal culture, with an emphasis on boat building. Here you can see the splendid cutter ship M/K Folkvang from 1911, or book a boat tour of the fjord.

Harstad is the home port of the world’s oldest operational schooner, the ”Anna Rogde”, and the northbound and southbound Hurtigrute ferries meet each morning at the quayside.

You can visit this natural paradise by bicycle, bus, boat or kayak.

Or perhaps you’d prefer a fast-paced coastal RIB safari?

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We recommend a trip out to the Krykkjeberget bird cliffs on ­Bjarkøy island, or to the skerries outside Krøttøy to look for seals. White-tailed Sea Eagles can be spotted almost anywhere in the region.

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BY RIB With some of the safest and most robust RIB boats ever built, we offer a safari in the archipelago, with various themes and routes. Our boats, equipment and skippers will guarantee some fantastic adventures on this swift journey past interesting sights and animal habitats, interspersed with a more relaxed pace between islets and skerries for a true nature experience. Now and then, we’ll stop to listen to the skipper and guide talk about ­animal life, history and natural phenomena.

The world’s northernmost inhabited archipelago is imbued with a rich history from the Viking Age to the present day, and the Arctic wildlife is diverse and exciting - on land, in the air or under the sea.

Sundsvoldsundet is home to some of the most impressive nesting cliffs along the Norwegian coast. We’ll get as close to the cliffside as possible, and to the kittiwakes nesting there by the thousands, while white-tailed eagles circle overhead, hoping for a bite to eat. At our destination on Bjarkøy, Midtgard, we offer excellent facilities for meals, storytelling and nature experiences.

B&B TOURING AS Skoleveien 4, 9498 Harstad Tel: +47 954 86 778 E-mail: post@bbtouring.no www.bbtouring.no

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experience THE JOYS OF THE SEA IN our ARCHIPELAGO Explore marine life from our superb watercrafts designed to provide unique adventures at sea. Whether you want to try your luck at fishing, go on a photo safari or simply enjoy nature in the world’s northernmost inhabited archipelago, we’ve got a tour package suited to your needs. Short day trips or longer excursions with overnight stays and full accommodation, the choice is yours!

M/S BLASIUS A 47-foot catamaran with a cruising speed of 20 knots for trips around the islands in the archipelago.

M/S LUCKY LADY 62-foot yacht for trips with a bit more luxury. 3 double cabins, a large galley, lounges, flybridge and plenty of space on deck ­affording spacious conditions for a unique experience.

M/K HARALD A 100 year-old, 50-foot antique fishing cutter in perfect condition. Get the full Northern Norwegian fishing experience on an authentic fishing vessel, complete with all amenities on board.

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Skoleveien 2b, 9407 Harstad Tel: + 47 915 90 675 E-mail: bjo-broe@online.no

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KAYAKING A kayak is perhaps the ultimate vessel for the exploration of Harstad’s shoreline. You are virtually seated on the water’s surface, gliding silently across the water, using your own strength to propel yourself forward. The natural surroundings, atmosphere, light, environment and wildlife will all provide you with an experience you won’t soon forget. White-tailed eagles, otters, seals and whales can be observed at close range in their natural habitats. A pod of porpoises approaching your kayak, greeting you with moist jets of air is pure magic! Paddling beneath the midnight sun on a calm summer night will soothe the soul, and reward the photographer with some priceless moments.

Guided 2-day EXCURSION in harstad’s archipelago We will start the day with an introduction to kayaking, equipment and paddling techniques. After the introduction, we take a leisurely trip, where you can try your luck at fishing.

We’ll make a bonfire on the beach, and assist you in preparing a delicious meal on the shore - or you may dine at a restaurant.

You may choose whether you wish to sleep in a tent or in a hotel.

We will experience some fantastic flora and fauna on the twoday excursion.

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GUIDED DAY TRIP THROUGH HARSTAD’S ARCHIPELAGO WITH SEA KAYAKS We start the day with an introduction to kayaking, equipment and paddling techniques. After the introduction, we will then paddle on a leisurely trip, where you can try your luck at fishing. We’ll make a bonfire on the beach, and assist you in preparing a delicious meal on the shore. We’ll see some fantastic flora and fauna on this trip!

The trip lasts approximately 5 hours Begins: 09:00 Price: 1500 kr. per person.

Included in the price is the kayak rental, dry suits and other necessary equipment. Minimum three people.

Tequila Sports Beyond AS Strandgt 15B, 9405 Harstad Tel. +47 77 06 29 86

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GUEST HARBOUR / MARINAS www.gjestehavner.no HARSTAD Harstad Boating Association tel. +47 41 56 55 27 asa@online.no

Harstad Guest Harbour tel. +47 77 00 12 12 Harstadbotn Marina tel. +47 77 06 61 71 / +47 91 33 47 81

Meløyvær Boating Association Oddbjørn Martin Luther tel. +47 90 89 75 25 E-mail: oddmarlut@hotmail.com

RAMSUND MARINA ROS Boating Association Jostein Lunde Tel.+47 76 93 86 35 / +47 47 23 21 34

Sandsøy Boating Association Sverre Andreassen Tel. +47 77 09 01 15 Mobile phone +47 41 60 34 72

KONGSVIK MARINA Kongsvik Boating Association Jan Hanssen tel. +47 95 79 00 28

KJÆRFJORD MARINA Kjærfjord Boating Association Einar Kristoffersen tel. +47 77 02 81 00 www.choicehotels.no

Grøtavær Boating Association tel. +47 40 23 39 98 / +47 90 82 42 40

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Tovik Marina: tel. +47 90 02 35 28 / +47 77 08 77 82

Bjarkøy Harbour, Nergådsvika tel. +47 77 09 02 99 Gammelhamn Boating Association Trond Markussen tel. +47 77 09 02 73 / +47 41 46 20 57 Bjarkøy Boating Association Einar Hanssen Tel: +47 77 09 03 24 / +47 90 64 61 56 E-mail: einar_hanssen@hotmail.com

Evenskjer Marina: tel. + 47 91 19 16 63

Grovfjord Marina: tel. + 47 90 73 57 31

TJELDSUND FJELLDAL MARINA: Fjelldal Boating Association Evald Joakimsen Tel +47 91 87 99 67

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HIKING AND MOUNTAINS Harstad is a Mecca for outdoor enthusiasts. The Harstad region offers a variety of opportunities for hiking and mountain trips, at all levels of challenge, in summer as well as winter.

Less than 2 km from central Harstad is Folkeparken, a popular recreational area frequented by Harstad inhabitants. Here there are marked hiking trails with wide pathways. You can choose to make a loop, or continue up past Musvannet Lake if you prefer hiking in the mountains. Harstad Hiking Association offers cabins, routes and trips in the Hinnøya and Sør-Troms area. The routes and cabins are on the north-eastern part of Hinnøya where the terrain is less alpine and more ”foot-friendly”. However, it is still possible to reach peaks above 1000 metres. ”Top Ten” is a facilitated mountain hiking package for people of all ages. The pamphlet includes descriptions of 20 trip destinations around the municipality. During the winter, ski trails are routinely prepared at Kvæfjordeidet Folkeparken and at Kilbotnmarka.

Our neighbouring municipality of Tjeldsund also offers some good hiking opportunities in the beautiful Kongsvikdalen valley. On the mainland side you will also find one of Norway’s longest cave networks, Trollkjerka. Wandering below the ground is an exciting alternative!

The Hiking Association House in Folkeparken (formerly The Scout House)

Our facilities are available for: - Meetings and seminars - Private functions - Kids’ parties in a rustic venue - Affordable accommodations - 2 x 4 bedrooms Booking/Info.

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From the middle of June to early October you can be fairly certain that the high mountains will be free of snow. This period varies from year to year, but below 350 masl and close to the coast, the season normally lasts longer. Weather conditions can shift quickly and unexpectedly, so remember to bring warm clothes, a map and a compass! Maps and advice for your hike are available at Harstad Tourist Office. We are also a service office for Harstad Hiking Association and the Norwegian Trekking Association, so you can buy and rent keys to their cabins here.

PUBLIC RIGHT OF ACCESS The right to freely access nature is an important part of the Norwegian cultural heritage. It is prohibited to light fires in forests and fields between 15 April to 15 Sept. For more information about the freedom to roam, see: www.dirnat.no

RECOMMENDED DESTINATIONS Keipen north, 490 masl (easy) Keipen is a relatively easy hike which offers a magnificent view from the top. Drive to Aunfjellet (8 km northwest of Harstad).

Keipen is located on the left-hand side of the road at Aunfjellet. Park in the large parking lot at the top, just after the smaller shoulder parking area. From here there is a marked trail that leads to the peak. Fantastic view towards the west, and an excellent place to see the midnight sun. Approx. 4 km return trip, estimated time to reach the top is about 30 minutes.

Elgen, 534 mals (intermediate) Elgen is located at the outermost point of the little peninsula between Kasfjorden and Toppsundet. Drive over Aunfjellet (8 km northwest of Harstad) and take a left towards the intersection when you reach the sea. Follow the road until you reach the chapel. Parking and starting point from Elgsnes chapel. Cross the road and follow the tractor road upwards.

After 500 metres it becomes a trail which leads back up the ridge of the mountain. Approx. 7 km return trip, estimated time to reach the top is about 1 - 1.5 hours. Fantastic view from the top, and one of Harstad’s best vantage points for viewing the midnight sun.

Sætertind, 1094 masl (difficult) Drive south from Harstad past the Tjeldsund bridge in the direction of Lødingen. Drive up to the sports centre at Sandtorg and park there. Follow the road/the trail from the soccer field, through the gate. Follow the road up to Årbogvatnet, then head south to the ridge where you will find a path leading to a cabin. From here you can follow the posts to reach the top.

Follow the same route back. Warning! If you walk down the road on the northern side of the river, continue straight on at the crossroad near the sports grounds. If not, the trip will become considerably longer. Approx. 15 km return trip to the top, estimated time to reach the top is about 4 - 5 hours.

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WINTER ACTIVITIES More and more people are travelling north to experience the “Arctic light”. This not only refers to the Northern Lights, but also the beautiful colours that paint the horizon blue, pink and orange in the winter darkness.

The northern winter can also offer some harsh weather conditions with howling winds and unyielding blizzards. Some of the experience lies in the huge contrasts presented by the weather. After a strenuous ski trip or a day of winter activities and outdoor play, a cup of cocoa tastes even better indoors, as you reflects on the events of the day. Or perhaps you would prefer a cup of hot coffee prepared over a bonfire in the lavvo?

The Harstad region offers a variety of options for the winter season. Cross-country skiing, mountain skiing, downhill skiing, treks to the peaks, ice-skating, sleigh rides, sledding or snow shoe excursions. There is both gentle terrain and prepared trails for those who prefer them, while the steep mountain slopes, with untouched powdery snow may tempt adrenaline seekers. ”The Great Ice Bathing Day” is held in the neighbouring municipality of Skånland each December. This is an opportunity to really test your manhood!

Our partners in the region can offer everything from cross-country skiing instruction, fast-paced RIB boat trips on the fjord, or a day filled with a variety of winter activities and lavvo comfort, to chasing the Northern Lights on one of the mountaintops in the region. We adapt the trips to your needs and wishes.

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POLAR NIGHT Polar Night encompasses the period between 2 December to 10 January - with only a few hours of midday twilight. The ”blue light” on the southern horizon, just before it grows dark, is especially beautiful.

NORTHERN LIGHTS ”Aurora Borealis” is the Latin name for the Northern Lights - solar winds which hits the atmosphere in a zone around north magnetic pole. Northern Lights can only be seen when it is dark and the skies are clear, from August to April, and is most intense from 10 pm until midnight. The Harstad region is a great place to experience the beautiful and intense colours provided by the Northern Lights.

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THE NORTHERN LIGHTS In the Harstad region the Northern Lights are best experienced at one of our mountain destinations, such as the Sollifjellet or Aunfjellet. We have several base camps for chasing the Northern Lights, far away from artificial lighting and right beneath the Aurora Borealias belt between Hinnøy and Senja. Weather and other natural conditions will determine the appearance of the Northern Lights appear, but we guarantee a fantastic experience chasing the Northern Lights, and a nature adventure in a class of its own.

AUNFJELLET AURORA CAMP At Aunfjellet we have established a lavvo camp across a 800 m² area surrounded by snow and mountains. The sea and fjords can be seen on the horizon. This beautiful and impressive area is practically designed for experiencing the northern lights. The lavvo camp is only a few metres from the bus stop, and the camp is directly beneath the Aurora Borealis belt between Hinnøya and Senja. When weather and other conditions permit, this base is the superb starting point for Northern Lights experiences. There are campfires for heat, and food and coffee preparation, both inside and outside the lavvos.

Duration: approx. 3 hours.

October to April.

Prices from kr: 690,-

AURORA SUMMIT LODGE At the top of Sollifjellet, 535 metres above sea level, is our “Aurora Summit Lodge”, an excellent base camp for ­chasing the Northern Lights, photo safaris and other spectacular ­nature experiences. The view is amazing! The cabin has room for up to 25 people to dine around the open fire pit, and a 360 degree view of the landscape offers a unique setting for a delicious meal. Specialties include Northern Lights Cocktails and Aurora Wild Chips made from dried reindeer meat. Transportation up the mountain by “Aurora Wildcat” snowmobile or snow scooters.

October to April.

Prices from 950 kr

AKTIV EVENTS Sjøgata 3, Boks 169, 9482 Harstad Tel: +47 900 74 666 E-mail: pekka@aktivevents.no www.aktivevents.no WINTER ACTIVITIES

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ELLENS pelsstudio (FUR STUDIO) In addition to making and selling our own products, we offer various services related to fur clothing. We sell stylish jackets, gloves, handbags, wallets, scarves and more. Open Mon-Fri. 10-16 / Thu. 10-18 / Sat. 10-14 01.01 > 31.12 Ellens Pelsstudio Harstad

(+47) 77 00 65 55

01.01 > 31.12 post@pelsstudio.no www.pelsstudio.no F8

Altipluss Strandgt. 22, Harstad

turidmo2@online.no

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DNB NOR BANK ASA We offer a complete package of financial services.

For both private customers and business customers, we offer: Loans, Savings, Insurance, Retirement savings, Financial planning, and much more.

01.01 > 31.12 Dnb Nor Bank ASA Sjøgata 5, Harstad

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To-Foto AS Sjøgata 3, Harstad

Vizuelli Tunneset 10, 9407 Harstad

01.01 > 31.12 www.dnb.no

Rentex Harstad AS Havnegata 6, Harstad

19960

F8

500 (+47) 77 06 29 86

siri@tequila.no www.tequila.no F8

(+47) 77 04 06 00

post@tofoto.no www.tofoto.no F8

+47 77 00 11 00

post@vizuelli.no www.vizuelli.no F8

One of Northern Norway’s TOP CLEANING SERVICES As a result of consistent development, we have gradually grown to become one of Northern Norway’s largest companies in the field. We offer a wide range of cleaning services.

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Tequila Sport Strandgata 15B, Harstad

01.01 > 31.12 post@altipluss.no www.altipluss.no

post@aionharstad.no www.aionharstad.no

Vizuelli Your creative innovator!

Photo, film, digital copies, prints, web, social media.

(+47) 77 00 20 90

(+47) 77 07 69 00

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ALTIPLUSS A certified accounting firm located in Strandgata. 22, 9405 Harstad -We know the local area - We pledge to maintain a high level of expertise - We are committed to professionalism 01.01 > 31.12 -

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TO-FOTO AS To-Foto AS is 100% focused on photographybased products and concepts, and is continuously developing products to meet the growing needs of this challenging market.

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Lillings Garn og Vevstue Rik.Kaarbøsgt. 16, Harstad (+47) 77 06 67 90

Aion Harstad as Sjøgata 3, Harstad

TEQUILA SPORT The store with the widest selection of kayaks and canoes in the region. We will help you find the perfect equipment to suit your needs!

Kayak, canoe and equipment rental is also available here.

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LILLINGS garn and vevstue (YARN AND WEAVING STUDIO) We sell yarn, quilting supplies and sewing accessories. Licensed distributor for Dale of Norway, Oleana, Huldresølv and Røros Tweed.

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harstad@amfi.no www.amfi.no

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Amfi Bertheus Fjordgata 1, Harsatd

stig.jensen@nord.coop.no www.coop.no

AION HARSTAD AS We run a niche shop with products for running and hiking enthusiasts. Whether you’re a runner or a hiker, you’ll find the shoes, clothes and bags you need here. We know feet, and we will do our best to make sure you get the right shoes.

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AMFI BERTHEUS 15 shops share an area of 6400 square metres at Amfi Bertheus. The centre is located at the heart of central Harstad, and boasts many specialty shops, well worth a visit.

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kanebogen@amfi.no www.amfi.no/kanebogen

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Amfi Kanebogen Skilleveien 5, Kanebogen

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SJØKANTEN CENTRE Enjoyable shopping with a number of pleasant and useful shops under the same roof.

(+47) 77 00 11 70

arne@rentexgruppen.no www.rentexgruppen.no

www.destinationharstad.no

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AMFI KANEBOGEN AMFI Kanebogen is situated at the approach road to Harstad, 3 kilometres south of the city centre. Facts about AMFI Kanebogen: Number of shops: 38, Total area: 12,676 m². Free parking. Open hours: Mon - Fri: 10-20 (ICA 09-21) / Saturday 10-16 (ICA 09-18)

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HÅLOGALAND POWER AS We spread positive energy. We brighten your day and simplify your everyday life by meeting your power needs in the region. Safer. Easier.

Closer. And just as affordable. You are always welcome here.

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Rikard Kaarbøs Pl. 2, Harstad

www.snn.no

post.harstad@inventumkjeden.no www.inventumkjeden.no F8

(+47) 77 00 28 00

www.harstad-sparebank.no F8

TRONDARNES FOLK HIGH SCHOOL Located near beautiful Vågsfjorden. Walking distance to the city centre. The school offers classes in music, drama/theatre, design/ fashion, food fabulous, job placements/selfdevelopment.

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SpareBank 1 Nord-Norge Strandgata 7, Harstad

(+47) 77 00 24 40

Harstad Sparebank

hlk@hlk.no www.hlk.no

SPAREBANK 1 nord-norge The regional bank. We offer all services related to banking, insurance, savings and pensions.

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HARSTAD SPAREBANK The only bank with its head office in Harstad. Harstad Sparebank provides com­ plete financial services, with savings, insurance, financing and leasing all gathered under one roof.

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Hålogaland Kraft AS Rødbergveien 14, Harstad (+47) 77 04 25 00

Inventum Copysafe Seljestadv. 58, Harstad

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postmottak@hih.no www.hih.no

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Høgskolen i Harstad Havnegata 5, Harstad

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Trondarnes Frilynte Folkehøgskole Trondenesv. 110, Harstad (+47) 77 04 00 70

trofo@trofo.no www.trofo.no

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INVENTUM COPYSAFE With more than 20 years of experience in the office supply sector, we are a secure and solid business partner for your company.

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Harstad university college What are your career plans? How will you achieve them? There are many ways to reach your destination. At Harstad University College, you will find several of them.

EVENT OVERVIEW 2014 date

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MAY 24.5 30.5–1.6

Hålogaland relay race Hålogaland power kilkam cup 25th anniversary Harstad

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JUNE 1.-10.6 3.-5.6 6.-8.6 13.-15.6 15. 6 25.-26.6 21.-28.6 23.-28.6

Trondarnes Folk High School / summer hotel Safe community conference Harstad Hinnøy festival Harstad The Norwegian Folk Arts and Crafts Association, national convention Kids’ hike in ”Gunda’s troll forest” Myklebostad in Tjeldsund Juksa tournament and more, Lundenes, Grytøy The Arts Festival of North Norway, Harstad Nuk ++, The Arts Festival of North Norway

www.trondarnes.fhs.no www.safecomharstad.com www.countryogdansefestival.com www.husflid.no www.myklebostad.net www.facebook.com/UlSolhovs100arsjubileum www.festspillnn.no www.nukpluss.no

JULY 3.-7.7 5.7 10.7 11.-13.7 20. 7

Qigong summer course Open bazaar and dock party Grøtavær Boating Association Tour de Andørja terrain race Tour de Andørja-triple challenge Vilgesváarre Open Day

www.trondarnes.fhs.no www.grota.no www.letour.no www.letour.no www.vilgesvarre.no

AUGUST 01.-03.8 15.-16.8 29.-31.8 30.-31.8 31.8

Austerfjordtreffet 2014 Bakgården Qikgong weekend course with master Zhengyu Shen Trolldagan Kongsvik in Tjeldsund Vilgesvárre, Open Day

See event Facebook page www.bakgaarden.no www.trondarnes.fhs.no www.trolldagan.no www.vilgesvarre.no

SEPTEMBER 3.8 5.-7.8 17.-20.8

Folke5ern, Folkeparken (terrain race) Historical Trondenes, festival Traditional market ltd

www.hind.no www.bvf.no/Viking www.traditionalmarket.co.uk

OCTOBER 4.-5.10

International dog show

www.nkk.no

Christmas show Nordic Hall Gavedryss (gift giveaway), Harstad region business association Christmas tree illumination at Harstad town square, Harstad region business association

www.hrnf.no www.hrnf.no

NOVEMBER 22.11 27.-29.11 28.11 DECEMBER 5.-6.12 12.-13.12 6.12

Christmas show Nordic Hall Christmas show Nordic Hall The Great Ice Bathing Day with entertainment and competitions ice bathing beach at Evenskjer

www.skanland.kommune.no

List of events available at Harstad Tourist Office. Tel. +47 77 01 89 89, post@destinationharstad.no or www.destinationharstad.no Follow us on Facebook!

Separate programme brochures are published by: Harstad Cultural Centre, tel. +47 77 02 81 00 - www.harstadkulturhus.no The Arts Festival of North Norway, tel. +47 77 04 12 30 - www.festspillnn.no • Harstad Horse Racing Track, tel. +47 77 07 25 00 - www.harstadtravpark.no

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SHORT TRIP A taste of kvæfjord.

PRICES FROM JUST

Kick off the day with a fantastic voyage along the coast, a lovely breakfast on Hurtigruten and a scenic view of the area around Hinnøya, from Harstad to Sortland. At Sortland we switch to a bus and take the ferry from Flesnes to Refsnes. Next stop is Kveøy, and we visit Nils-Pers Farm Museum, for a glimpse into Northern Norwegian farm life from a bygone era. Coffee and a bite to eat will also be served.

Book by phone +47 770 189 89 or visit our offices at Sjøgata 1 B-3.

We also sell tickets for the Hurtigruta ferry.

695,Included in the price: Hurtigrute ticket w/breakfast, guided bus tour and a visit to Nils-Pers farm Museum, with dining.

Offer valid from 15.05–15.09

Open hours: 16. June - 17 Aug: Monday - Sunday 10:00 - 18:00 18 Aug - 15. June: Monday - Friday 08:00 - 15:30

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HARSTAD WILDERNESS CENTRE Harstad Wilderness Centre is beautifully situated on Heggenkollen, just 5 minutes by car from central Harstad. We offer facilities for unforgettable experiences surrounded by nature!

Available for rent:

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The meeting room is quite unusual, containing the Scandinavian part of Northern Europe’s largest exhibition of mounted birds and animals.

• Banquet hall with a fully equipped professional kitchen • Meeting room • Lavvo and gamme (turf hut)

Activities: We offer custom programmes tailored to your event! Activities include lassoing, archery, axe throwing, indoor hunting simulator, clay pigeon shooting, hunting camp, fishing camp, storytelling and other entertainment.

We have partnered with businesses to cater meals for any occasion! All privileges and our very own bar can be found in the Lavvo and in the banquet hall!

For booking or information:

Destination Harstad

Tel. (+47) 77 01 89 89 post@destinationharstad.no

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Torbjørn’s CATERING is a highly experienced catering company.

Our portfolio encompasses everything from small parties to huge events. For many years we have provided culinary experiences for weddings, confirmations and other occasions. Separate game menu for events in the Lavvo and Turf hut.

Storelv Árdna Since ancient times, it has been common to make use of everything harvested from the local environment to prepare flavourful meals from the best raw ingredients. Today we know it as local food.

Storelv Àrdna has taken these traditions to heart.

We offer delicious and appealing treats from the Sámi kitchen. We’ve carried out taste tests, which passed with flying colours. We therefore confidently proclaim: This will be an experience you will not soon forget!

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Experience the Arts Festival of North Norway – a musical and visual spectacular under the midnight sun.

Sivert Høyem (NO) Ute Lemper & Sexteto Piazzolla (DE/AR) Dele Sosismi (NG/UK) Bajofondo (AR/UY) SiLyA (NO) We Banjo 3 (IRL) Ole Edvard Antonsen (NO).

Halvdan Sivertsen and MiNensemblet (NO) Lokkhi Terra (BAN/UK) Anthony Strong (UK) Chrome Hoof (UK) Marcos Sacramento (BR) Hamilton de Holanda Trio (BR) Elena Ledda (IT) Klezmofobia (DK) Kartellet (NO) Henning Kraggerud & Bugge Wesseltoft (NO) Georg Buljo (NO) Fataka (RM) Sinnika Langeland (NO) Las Hermanas Caronni (AR) Kayhan Kalhor & Erdal Erzincan (IR/TR) Elle Márjá Eira Trio (SAPMI) and much, much more...

See the full line-up at www.festspillnn.no

The ArTs FesTivAl oF NorTh NorwAy HARSTAD 21.-28. jUNI 2014