Vesterålen Guide 2013 - ENGLISH by NordNorsk Reiseliv

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Vesterålen welcomes you year round The many activities Vesterålen has to offer include whale safaris under the midnight sun and winter fishing under the northern lights. These are unique experiences. We have received many enquiries from tourists who wish to visit our region during the winter season. 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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Travel to Vesterålen The trip to Vesterålen is an experience in itself, wether you travel by car, bus, plane, the coastal express, train or a combination of these.

ROUTE INFORMATION BUS, FERRY AND SPEED BOAT: www.177nordland.com – +47 75 77 24 10

Your own car:

E-6 through Norway, via Riksgrensen E-10 from Sweden. Ferries: www.177.no Traffic and road information: www.vegvesen.no/Trafikkinformasjon/Reiseinformasjon/Trafikkmeldinger

By plane:

ANDENES

Oslo/Bergen/Stavanger/Trondheim to Harstad-Narvik Evenes Airport: www.sas.no or www.norwegian.com Bus from Evenes to Sortland: www.flybussen.no/sortland/ Oslo – Andenes: www.norwegian.com Oslo – Bodø – Stokmarknes – Tromsø / Oslo – Bodø – Andenes – Tromsø: www.wideroe.no Bus from Sortland to Skagen: www.boreal.no

ANDØY

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 MYRE

Coastal Express:

ØKSNES

Bergen – Kirkenes, calls at Stokmarknes, Sortland and Risøyhamn. www.hurtigruten.no The regional tourist office at Sortland will help you with your booking for the coastal express ship. Tel +47 76 11 14 80

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The National Tourist Route, running along the outermost coastline of Andøy, was opened in 2012. The beach at Bleik lies on this stretch of the island. Andenes serves as the central focal point on Andøy with an airport and a ferry connection to Senja.

Accommodation /dining facilities / activities Adress

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A N D E N E S

Company/E-mail

Tel/Fax

Units/beds

Storgata 53 8480 Andenes

Andrikken Hotell service@andrikkenhotell.no

+47 76 14 12 22 +47 76 14 19 33

44/72 www.andrikkenhotell.no

8480 Andenes Storgt. 15 8480 Andenes

Andenes Camping +47 41 34 03 88 Mai - Sept camping@whalesafari.no www.whalesafari.no Hotell Marena +47 915 83 617 29/56 All year info@hotellmarena.no +47 76 14 10 10 www.hotellmarena.no

8480 Andenes

Riggen Restaurant & Bar riggen@whalesafari.no

+47 76 11 56 05 Mai - Sept +47 76 11 56 10 www.whalesafari.no

Bp 58 8483 Andenes

Hvalsafari AS post@whalesafari.no

+47 76 11 56 00 All year +47 76 11 56 10 www.whalesafari.no

Sjøgt 38A 8480 Andenes

Fargeklatten Veita +47 977 60 020 post@fargeklatten.com

4/18 All year www.fargeklatten.no

8480 Andenes

Viking Hotell service@andrikkenhotell.no

28/48 All year www.andrikkenhotell.no

Hamnegt 9 8480 Andenes

Sea Safari Andenes AS +47 916 74 960 All year post@seasafariandenes.no www.seasafariandenes.no

Fjordgata 5 8480 Andenes

Andøy Aktiv +47 992 52 925 All year post@andoyaktiv.no www.andoyaktiv.no

8480 Andenes

Lankanholmen Sjøhus service@andrikkenhotell.no

+47 76 14 12 22 +47 76 14 19 33

13/52 www.andrikkenhotell.no

8481 Bleik

Havhusene Bleik service@andrikkenhotell.no

+47 76 14 12 22 +47 76 14 19 33

6/36 All year www.andrikkenhotell.no

Gårdsvn 78 8481 Bleik

Leilighet nær Bleiksstranda +47 917 45 775 trondsolvoll@yahoo.no

Bleik 8481 Bleik

Puffin Safari +47 902 81 772 01.05-15.08 puffin@whalesafari.no www.puffinsafari.no

Gårdsveien 8 8481 Bleik

Midnattsol Camping & Hytteutleie +47 478 43 219

midnattsol.camping@gmail.com

2/8 All year www.midnattsolcamping.com

Stave 8489 Nordmela

Stave Camping & 38 Hot Pools +47 926 01 257 info@stavecamping.no

14/30 25.5-05.09 www.stavecamping.no

Kvalnes 8485 Dverberg

Kvalnesbrygga Camping +47 76 14 63 78 kvbrygga@online.no

6/12 All year www.kvalnesbrygga.no

Bankvn. 4 8485 Dverberg

Alveland AS +47 75 91 00 48 post@alveland.no

3/5-8 All year www.alveland.no

Bø i Andøy 8484 Risøyhamn

Marmelkroken Kultur- og Aktivitetssenter +47 957 65 739 lisbeth.seppola@gmail.com

10/42 All year www.marmelkroken.no

Buksnesfjord 8484 Risøyhamn

Andøy Friluftssenter +47 76 14 88 04 booking@andoy-friluftssenter.no

6/36 www.andoy-friluftssenter.no

+47 76 14 12 22 +47 76 14 19 33

Price

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Bø i Vesterålen is a local rural borough heavily steeped in the fishing industry and its traditions with both old and new fishing villages situated around its coastline. The natural surroundings of Bø provide for many unique experiences and thrills; the bird mountain, the sandy beaches and the wonderful sights and scenery are just a few examples.

Accommodation /dining facilities / activities Adress

Kråkberget 8475 Straumsjøen Straume, Boks 214 8465 Straumsjøen Pb 22 - Litløy fyr 8469 Bø i Vesterålen Ringstad 8475 Straumsjøen Skagen 8470 Bø i Vesterålen Pb 17, Klaksjord 8469 Bø i Vesterålen Eidet 8475 Straumsjøen

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Company/E-mail

Tel/Fax

Fjordcamp +47 post@fjordcamp.no Galleri Hildreland +47 hildreland@gmail.com Litløy fyr +47 kontakt@litloyfyr.no Ringstad Sjøhus +47 mail@sjohus.no Skagakaia & Cafè Gamle Posthuset +47 post@skagakaia.no Vesterålen Apartment +47 booking@vesteralenapartment.com Åsand Brygge ANS +47 post@asand.no +47

Units/beds

76 13 76 40 957 26 011 992 77 364 76 13 74 80 920 63 875 948 02 375 76 13 81 00 971 40 910

Price

Season

34/128 All year www.fjordcamp.no 2/10 (4 dbl beds) All year www.gallerihildreland.com 2/4 All year www.litloyfyr.no 13/51 All year www.sjohus.no 7/13 Mai - Sept www.skagakaia.no 4/ 24-32 All year www.vesteralenapartment.com 8/24 All year www.asand.no

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Trollfjord lies in the rural borough of Hadsel. The Hurtigrute Museum is situated in Stokmarknes which is also one of the coastal express’ ports of call in Vesterålen. Ferry service Melbu-Fiskebøl. Airport at Skagen/Stokmarknes.

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Accommodation /dining facilities / activities

Adress

Company/E-mail

Units/beds

Tel/Fax

Price

Season

8414 Hennes

Møysalen Nasjonalparksenter AS +47 974 60 889 post@moeysalen.no

7/10 June - Sept www.moeysalen.no

Grønning 8450 Stokmarknes

Grønningbrygga BA +47 992 25 323 roy@gronningbrygga.no

1/13 All year www.gronningbrygga.no

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Ivar Bergsmovei 35 Stokmarknes Camping Trolldalen +47 992 34 380 8450 Stokmarknes Børøya Vesterålen Hotell & Kongressenter +47 76 15 29 99 8450 Stokmarknes post@v-resort.no +47 76 15 29 95

01.06 - 20.09

87/242 All year www.v-resort.no

8450 Stokmarknes

Time Out Event AS +47 920 28 007 All year anette@timeoutevent.no www.timeoutevent.no

Lekangvn 324 8450 Stokmarknes

Nygård Feriehus oddarne.dyro@trollfjord.no

+47 959 47 157 +47 905 51 072

9/20 All year www.nygardferiehus.no

Chr. Fredriksens gt 3 8445 Melbu

Melbu Hotell post@v-resort.no

+47 76 16 00 00 +47 76 16 00 66

58/113 All year www.v-resort.no

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Vesterålen RIB Safari +47 950 82 719 All year post@vesteralenribsafari.no www.vesteralenribsafari.no Island Adventure +47 952 00 689 All year sveinung.sorlie@islandadventure.no www.islandadventure.no

8459 Melbu 8445 Melbu

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Ferry connection Lødingen-Bognes. A trip to Lødingen Vestbygd is recommended.

Accommodation /dining facilities / activities

Adress

Offersøy 8412 Vestbygd

Company/E-mail

Tel/Fax

Units/beds

Offersøy Feriesenter AS post@offersoy-feriesenter.no

+47 76 93 39 00 +47 76 93 39 01

18/95 All year www.offersoy-feriesenter.no

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Season

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Sortland (the blue town) is the region’s largest trading and communications centre. Hurtigruta calls here and the tourist information office is open all year round.

Accommodation /dining facilities / activities

Adress

S O R T L A N D

Company/E-mail

Tel/Fax

Øvre Ånstadvei 19 8416 Sortland

Marthahaugen Gård mdaljord@online.no

+47 76 12 41 50 All year +47 916 47 170 www.marthahaugen.no

Solveien 5a 8402 Sortland Nordlysvn 35 8402 Sortland Ånstadsjøen 8416 Sortland Vesterv. 51, Pb 255 8402 Sortland

Noras Hus +47 900 34 349 1/3 23.06 - 20.08 ove.aalo@vkbb.no Postmestergården +47 76 12 10 41 5/14 20.06 - 20.08 asoelsne@online.no +47 958 17 621 SjøhusSenteret +47 76 12 37 40 12/45 All year sjoehus@online.no +47 76 12 00 40 www.visitsortland.no Sortland Camping & Motell AS +47 76 11 03 00 48/218 All year hj.bergseng@sortland-camping.no +47 76 12 25 78 www.sortland-camping.no

Vesterålsgt 59 8400 Sortland Vesterålsgt. 59 8400 Sortland

Sortland Hotell post@sortlandhotell.no Sortland Vandrehjem sortland@hihostels.no

+47 +47 +47 +47

00 01 00 01

50/100 All year www.sortlandhotell.no 30/50 All year www.hihostels.no

8400 Sortland

Strand Hotell post@sortlandhotell.no

+47 76 10 84 00 +47 76 10 84 01

37/74 All year www.strandhotell.no

Pb 10 8401 Sortland

Discover Arctic +47 904 00 546 All year bengt@discoverarctic.no www.discoverarctic.no

76 76 76 76

Units/beds

10 10 10 10

84 84 84 84

Price

Season

Arctic Sea Kayak Race +47 450 05 890 21.07-27.07 8400 Sortland www.askr.no

Kvalsaukan 8407 Sortland

Inga Sámi-Siida lailainga@hotmail.com

+47 76 12 51 23 +47 908 77 558 www.inga-sami-siida.no

All year at request

Lihallvn. 37 8406 Sortland

Lihallen Kulturgård post@lihallen.no

+47 76 12 70 11 +47 951 78 797 www. lihallen.no

June - August

Gåsbøl 8416 Sortland Blokken 8406 Sortland

Whitetail AS +47 482 93 835 All year info@vesteralen.nl www.vesteralen.nl Akvakultur i Vesterålen +47 958 81 822 All year post@akvakulturivesteralen.no www.akvakulturivesteralen.no

Blokken, Vervveien 16 8406 Sortland

RS-Brygga +47 911 66 779 All year booking@rs-brygga rsbrygga.no

Eidsfjordvn 621 8415 Sortland

Vesterålen Padle & Klatresenter +47 901 86 269 All year bent@vpks.no www.vpks.no

Kleiva 8404 Sortland

Vesterålen Matfestival +47 907 88 531 August marte@vesteralenmatfestival.no www.vesteralenmatfestival.no

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Fishing is the main industry in the rural borough of Øksnes and there are many old and new fishing villages/settlements scattered around the district. Both Nyksund and Stø are well worth a visit in addition to the archipelago of Øksnes Vestbygd.

Adress Storgt. 52 8430 Myre Storgata 46 8430 Myre Oppmyreveien 53 8430 Myre

Price Season Units/beds Tel/Fax Myre Hotell +47 76 11 99 20 29/60 All year post@myre-hotell.no +47 76 11 99 21 www.myre-hotell.no Myre Overnatting +47 907 70 458 9/12 All year e@sordahl.no Oppmyre Camping +47 76 13 36 55 3/7 All year leif@epostnett.com +47 970 30 494 www.oppmyrecamping.no

Pb 338, Nyksund 8439 Myre

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Pb 22 - Nyksund 8439 Myre Nyksund 8439 Myre

Nyksund Gjestehus AS +47 76 13 27 00 9/19 All year post@nyksundgjestehus.no www.nyksundgjestehus.no Marihaugen +47 952 07 131 2/7+6 All year marilorange2000@gmail.no

Pb. 9 - Nyksund 8439 Myre

Skåltofta Nyksund Apartment +47 915 11 634 berthe@livskraftverk.no

1/4(6) All year www.livskraftverk.no

Nyksund 8439 Myre

Ekspedisjonen Restaurant +47 481 18 068 post@ekspedisjonen-as.no

5/ From easter www.ekspedisjonen-as.no to September

8438 Stø Stø 8430 Myre

Arctic Whale Tours AS info@arcticwhaletours.com Stø Bobilcamp AS loleinan@frisurf.no

5/24 25.05-15.09 www.arcticwhaletours.com 2/15 15.5 - 1.9 www.stobobilcamp.com

8438 Stø

Stø Safari +47 468 60 335 kontakt@stosafari.no www.stosafari.no

15.05-10.09

Husjord 8438 Stø

Husjord Apartment +47 413 33 015 leif@husjord-apt.com

1/ www.husjord-apt.com

All year

8426 Barkestad

Fiskeværet Skipnes +47 76 13 28 55 post@skipnes.com

8/56 www.skipnes.com

01.06 - 31.08

Storgt. 30 8430 Myre

Konferansestedet Finvåg asle@finvag.no

12/32 All year www.finvag.no

Skogsøyveien 8428 Tunstad

Øksnes Gjestegård & Leirskole +47 76 13 27 60 ol@iaksess.no +47 992 25 113

14/64 www.oksnesleirsted.no

All year

Skjellbogen 8408 Sandset

Skjellbogen Hyttegrend +47 944 08 419 6/24 skjellbogen@tnett.no

All year

8432 Alsvåg

Nordigården Feriehus arno.o@online.no

+47 76 13 12 95 +47 990 18 549

2/10 16.06-18.08 www.nordigarden.net

Toftenes 8432 Alsvåg

Toftenes Sjøhuscamp post@toftenessjohus.no

+47 76 13 14 55 +47 971 69 078

8/31 www.toftenessjohus.no

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Accommodation /dining facilities / activities

Company/E-mail

Holmvik Brygge & Discover Vesterålen AS +47 76 13 47 96

+47 958 63 866

+47 76 13 43 00 +47 76 13 43 01 +47 76 13 25 30 +47 907 55 173

+47 76 13 28 85 +47 909 45 727

12/29 (4 dbl beds) All year www.nyksund.com

All year

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Transport/Car rental

Less than NOK 500 per night NOK 500 - 700 per night

NOK 750 - 1.000 per night More than NOK 1.000 per night

8484 Risøyhamn

Kårebussen +47 951 17 359 All year kare.myrvang@nordlysnett.no

Straume 8475 Straumsjøen

Bø Taxi +47 76 13 77 00 All year post@botaxi.no www.botaxi.no

Pb 24, Verkstedvn. 4 8400 Sortland

Boreal Transport +47 951 92 795 All year frank.julius.karlsen@boreal.no www.boreal.no

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June - August

10 - 17

Fargeklatten Veita

Exhibition, museum

All year

Galleri Dick Monshouwer

Gallery, workshop

All year

Museum Nord Bø Museum 8470 Bø i Vesterålen bo.museum@museumnord.no +47 474 68 564 www.museumnord.no

Museum

June - August

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Museum Nord Andøymuseet Exhibition, 8480 Andenes andoymuseet@museumnord.no +47 76 11 54 32 www.museumnord.no

Galleri Hildreland

Gallery, exhibition

All year

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Attractions

Hurtigrutemuseet

Museum

All year

Norsk Fiskeindustrimuseum

Exhibitions, concerts

June - August

Vesterålsmuseet

Gallery, museum

All year

Losmuseet, Lødingen - Norsk Telemuseum

Exhibition, museum

June - August

Akvakultur i Vesterålen

Exhibition, museum

July - August

Inga Sámi-Siida

+47 76 12 51 23 +47 908 77 558 www.inga-sami-siida.no

Sami culture, retail

All year

Lihallen Kulturgård

+47 76 12 70 11 Exhibition +47 951 78 797 www.lihallen.no

8480 Andenes

post@fargeklatten.no

8493 Risøyhamn

dick.monshouwer@c2i.net

8465 Straumsjøen

hildreland@gmail.com

8450 Stokmarknes

nof@museumnord.no

8459 Melbu

post@akvakulturivesteralen.no

S O R T L A N D

Kvalsaukan, 8407 Sortland

+47 76 11 81 90

lailainga@hotmail.com post@lihallen.no

+47 76 98 66 00

+47 958 81 822

www.gallerihildreland.com

Wednesday - Sunday at 10.00-16.00

www.hurtigrutemuseet.no

www.nofi.museum.no www.museumnord.no www.lodingen.kommune.no

www.akvakulturivesteralen.no

Museum

June - August

Mon-Thu: closed

Exhibition

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Marthahaugen Gård

Farm Trade

All year

Vesterålen Matfestival

Annual festival

August

Handelsstedet Tinden

Museum

At request

Nordigården

Farm shop

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Nyksund AS

Museum, concert, city walks

June - August

Øksnes Museum Nyksund

Exhibition, tour of Nyksund, city walks.

June - August

8416 Sortland 8404 Sortland 8430 Myre

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www.galleridickmonshouwer.no www.dickmonshouwer.com

+47 76 15 40 00

www.lodingen.kommune.no

8406 Sortland

Museum Nord Sortland 8400 Sortland

+47 76 14 51 00 +47 476 50 058

vesteraalsmuseet@museumnord.no +47 76 15 40 00

8410 Lødingen

8406 Sortland

www.fargeklatten.no

+47 957 26 011

post@hurtigrutemuseet.no

8459 Melbu

+47 977 60 020

8432 Alsvåg

Nyksund, 8439 Myre 8432 Alsvåg

sortland.museum@museumnord.no +47 76 10 92 71 mdaljord@online.no

+47 76 12 41 50

marte@vesteralenmatfestival.no post@tinden.oksnes.no

+47 907 88 531

+47 76 13 28 56

www.museumnord.no www.marthahaugen.no

www.vesteralenmatfestival.no

www.tinden.oksnes.no

+47 76 13 12 95 +47 990 18 549 www.nordigarden.net

arno.o@online.no info@nyksund.as

+47 905 45 466

trond.torgvar@museumnord.no

www.nyksund.as

+47 76 18 52 50 +47 404 38 088 www.museumnord.no

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Dolphins with Sortland city in the background. Photo: Tone Marit Sørensen

Skåltofta nyksund New, nice and roomy holiday apartment. 2 bedrooms – 4(5) beds. Bicycles, kayak and secondhand car for rent. Phone: +47 91511634 e-mail: berthe@livskraftverk.no

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www.visitvesteralen.com 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.

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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Cod (Gadus morhua)

Coalfish (Pollachius virens)

Salmon (Salmo salar)

Redfish (Sebastes marinus)

Brown Trout (Salmo trutta)

Halibut (Hippoglossinae)

Catfish (Anarhichadidae)

Plaice (Pleuronectes platessa)

has 3 fins on its back, 2 anal fins, a barbel and a slight overbite. They can be up to 180 cm long and weigh as much as 55 kg, however those found along the coast are smaller. Cod are found only in the North Atlantic Ocean and keep to the coastal waters, the fjords and out over the sandbanks. There are 2 main types, ocean (or spawning) cod and coastal cod. Spawning cod grow up in the Barents Sea and then migrate south to spawn. Normally the fishermen fish for cod all year round with the highlight being in February - March when they go out in search of the spawning cod.

A member of the salmon family, a favourite amongst sports fishermen and a very popular addition to any restaurant menu. Fly fishing, fishing lure or nets are used to catch brown trout. They contain a high amount of omega-3 fatty acids plus vitamins A and D. Brown trout are found in all the waters in Vesterålen and these are easily accessible for all the family. A fishing permit is all that is required.

can be up to 120 cm long and weigh over 20 kg. The abdomen and sides are silver/ grey with a darker shade along the backbone of the fish. Only the young fish have a short barbel. In the western parts of Norway, they have different names for coalfish depending on size, while in other parts, and especially the north, they just use the adjectives small, «podgy» and large. The locals in Vesterålen prefer coalfish in the summer. It is possible to catch small coalfish from the shoreline.

A member of the flounder family. Although most halibut are deep water fish living at a depth of between 300 and 2000 m, they are sometimes found in shallow waters, much to the delight of fishing enthusiasts lucky enough to be in the right place at the right time. Guides take visitors to the best places and share local fishing tips and advice with them.

Salmon are anadromous fish, which means they spend most of their adult life in the sea but return to fresh water to spawn. Generally they return to the same river where they were born. They spawn in relatively cold rivers with stoney beds. When the young are 2-5 years old, they leave the river for the high seas where they remain for anything from 1-4 years until they are ready to spawn. Males can be up to 1.5 m long and weigh more than 40 kg, while the females will be somewhat smaller. There are many salmon rivers/waterways in Vesterålen. Try salmon fishing out on the ocean or just fishing from the banks with rod and reel.

There are 3 species of catfish in Norway and all have the characteristic broad, round head, large mouth with powerful teeth and thick, tough skin. They are found down to a depth of 600 m.

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can be up to 100 cm long and up to 15 kg in weight. They can live for up to 60 years and reach maturity when 1215 years of age. Redfish is considered well-suited for fish dishes. It is a deep water fish, living at a depth of between 100 and 1000 meters. The female takes care of her eggs until they hatch.

Another fish in the flounder family. It is easily recognised by its brown, shiny skin with the distinctive red spots. Size: 50 cm long and ca. 1 kg. They live on the sandy sea floor, up to a depth of 250 m deep, along the total length of Norway’s coastline, feeding mainly on chaetopod.

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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 00

Maurnes Fiskerihavn 5 spaces for guests Tel: +47 76 12 66 85 Melbu Indre Havn 3-4 spaces for guests Tel: +47 76 16 46 50

Hennes havn Spaces for guests: varies Tel: +47 76 16 46 50

Myre Sjarkhavn 10 spaces for guests (water depth: 3m) Tel: +47 951 53 8 72

Markedsbrygga Stokmarknes 8 spaces for guests Tel: +47 76 16 46 50

Offersøy 10 spaces for guests (water depth: 4m) Tel: +47 76 93 39 00

SjøhusSenteret Gjestehavn 15 spaces for guests (water depth: 3m) Tel: +47 76 12 37 40

Ringstad Båthavn 4 spaces for guests (water depth: 4,5m) (3m rock by entrance) Tel: +47 950 35 928

Fiskeværet Skipnes 25 spaces for guests (water depth: 2,8m) Tel: +47 76 13 28 55

Vinjesjøen Båthavn 8-10 spaces for guests Tel: +47 76 13 53 35

Vesterålen Hotell & Kongressenter 12 spaces for guests Tel: +47 76 15 29 99 Torghuken, Sortland 6-7 spaces for guests Tel: +47 76 10 82 20

Fjordcamp 15 spaces for guests Tel: +47 76 13 76 40 Nyksund Tel: +47 76 13 40 35 Port of refuge

Andenes pendelkai (Andenes port authorities) Tel: +47 478 67 933 Bleik 3 spaces for guests Tel: +47 478 67 933 Nordmela 5 spaces for guests Tel: +47 478 67 933 Dverberg 2 spaces for guests Tel: +47 913 89 914 Risøyhamn Havn Port of refuge

Bunker: Statoil Yngve Steiro +47 76 12 80 00, Sortland Center - Esso Havna Service +47 76 11 37 00, Sortland Center

Boat diesel: Esso Havna Service - Fill up with diesel down at the pier, then pay at the Esso station. Subject to changes.

Welcome to a magnificent experience 36 cabins 2 handicap cabins Camping caravan sites Course and conference Boat hire in beautiful surroundings

Hotels & fishermans’s cabins - Sleep well in beautiful surroundings!

Welcome! Tel.: +47 76 13 76 40 • Mobile: +47 958 88 291 Fax: +47 76 13 76 80 • www.fjordcamp.no

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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Razor-billed auk (Alca torda) White tail (Haliaeetus albicilla) Size: 37-39 cm. Often seen together with other types of sea birds and gulls but are easily recognizable by their strong, wide beak. In the air, these birds seem to be larger and heavier than they actually are. They make a nest and lay one egg, normally in a crack in the rocks or under a large stone or boulder. They also have their own characteristic swimming technique, where they raise their beak and tail when they dive.

Size: 69-91 cm. Adult females can have a wingspan of up to 240 cm, males somewhat smaller. Can live up to 50 years old. 2 or 3 eggs are laid in march/may and these are cared for by both parents throughout the 35-45 day incubation period. The sea eagle feeds on fish, sea birds and dead carcasses. They have their own areas where they sit and have command of the views out over the ocean. They use the same positions through many generations.

Sea gannet (Morus bassanus)

Puffin (Fratercula arctica )

Northern fulmar

Reindeer (Rangifer tarandus)

Common seal (Phoca vitulina)

Moose (Alces alces)

(Fulmarus glacialis)

Size: 45-50 cm. Spends the first 7 years of it’s life on the ocean before it returns, for the first time, to the coast to nest. They use the vertical winds from the sea to glide elegantly just a few centimetres over the surface. They follow fishing boats and feed off the entrails that are thrown overboard.

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.

A member of the deer family that live in groups which can range from as little as 20 animals to many thousand. They are extremely important in Sami culture. First and foremost, reindeer use their sense of smell as their sight is not good. They are good swimmers and can run at a speed of up to 60 kmh. Their diet consists of lichen, fresh shoots from bushes, birch leaves and grass. Reindeer are the only member of the deer family where the female has antlers.

Size: 87-100 cm. The sea gannet is the largest seabird in the north Atlantic and has a wingspan of 2 metres. The gannets are specialists in diving. With wings folded, they swoop from a height of around 40 metres at a speed of up to 30 m/sec, down into the water in their search for fish. They have 3 nesting areas in Vesterålen; one at Ulvøyholmen near Hadsel and 2 others in the area outside Andøya.

Size: 1.7-1.9 m, max.130 kg (female) and 170 kg (male). A common sight along Norway’s coastline. They keep mainly to their own areas, are sociable and live in colonies. The common seal likes to keep close to the coastline where they are protected from the waves and they can lie on the rocks, beaches and reefs. They eat different types of fish such as coalfish, herring and Norway pout.

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Size: 29-31 cm. The puffin lays one egg, maybe once in a while two, if more than enough food has been readily available. They eat small fish such as sand eel and young herring. Puffins have teeth that point backwards in their beak which allows them to catch fish one after another. They are good divers and can go to 40 m deep in their search for food. They use their wings equally as well under water as in the air.

The largest of the deer family. The fur is water repellant and provides good insulation. The ox’s antlers can be up to 2 m wide. They shed them after rutting and grow new ones the following spring. The ox weighs between 200600 kg and can be 2-3.2 m long. The cow weighs between 200-400 kg and is about 10 cm lower than the ox. The moose is a plant eater and preferably moves around alone. Is more active in the twilight and at the crack of dawn.

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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

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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.

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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.

BOOKING Tel.: +47 90 83 85 94(duty phone on board) +47 90 28 17 72 / +47 97 19 52 75/ +47 75 14 57 75. e-mail: rsolvol@start.no

stay in apartment near the beach in the village of Bleik. tel. +47 917 45 775

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www.visitvesteralen.com Whalesafari 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.

tails that whale safaris can be completed only under suitable weather conditions. If you plan to take the whale safari, it is recommended that you bring along warm clothing and appropriate footwear.

In the summer, the whale safaris go out to Bleiksegga. Here you will mainly see the sperm whale.

In the winter, the whales follow the herring into the fjords. Starting from october/november, the whale safari excursions will also be available during the winter months. It will be possible to see killer whales, humpbacks, (long-finned) pilot whales and fin whales. There is also a golden opportunity to observe the sea eagle in it’s natural habitat on these trips.

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 en-

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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From the lively fishing village of Stø, we take you on an unforgettable ocean safari! Experience the largest toothed whale in the world, as well as seabirds and seals, all in their natural living environment and learn about their biology!

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We are close to Bleik Canyon, the feeding area of sperm whales, and Anda Nature Reserve, home to thousands of seabirds and a large harbor seal colony. All this wildlife allow us to offer you the full nature package: whale, bird and seal watching combined in one adventure!

We follow international guidelines established in close collaboration with WDCS (Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society) in order to ensure the welfare of the animals at all times.

The friendly staff will ensure your comfort onboard and make you feel as a part of our whale watching team. Our multilingual guides are qualified nature guides or marine biologists with first-hand knowledge about the marine wildlife and the culture of the area.

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www.visitvesteralen.com Some of the whale species in Vesterålen Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus)

Humpback (Megaptera novaeangliae)

this to be a form of communication. Humpbacks are also known for their «singing talents». These high-pitched sounds can continue for up to 20 minutes.

Pilot whale(Globicephala melas)

one sees large groups of many hundred whales with a strong social connection. Pilot whales dive mainly to a depth of 30-60 m but they can go so deep as 600 m. They feed on squid, fish and certain crustaceans.

Minke whale (Balaenoptera acutorostrata)

is believed to take place in the winter and the females can give birth each year, believed also to be in the winter, after a ca. 10mth pregnancy. However, acoustic data suggest they give birth in May in tropical waters. Norwegian whalers are allowed to catch a determined quota each year.

Killer whale (Orcinus orca)

orcas can now be seen here all year round. However, they are fewer in number now compared to 20-30 years ago when they used to spend the winter in the areas round Vestfjord and Tysfjord. Their diet is quite varied and consists mostly of fish like herring and mackerel, but also cod, squid, birds, seal and even other whale types can be a part of their menu.

Can be up to 18 m long and weigh up to 40 tons. They are sometimes seen in groups of 3 or 4. They are able to perform acrobatic jumps out of the water and often beat the water with their long flippers. Some scientists believe

Size: male 6-6.5 m, female 4-5.5 m and ca. 2 tons in weight. The male and female can be distinguished by the shape of the back fin, which is larger and more bowed on the male. They live in groups of 1020, which is believed to be for the benefit of the females and their young, but often Size: 7-10 m long and up to 10 tons in weight. One of the smallest baleen whales. The baleens filter krill, small fish (such as herring and capelin) and certain squid. They are normally seen either alone or in small groups, but larger gatherings can occur around the feeding grounds. Mating

In norwegian waters; males are ca. 7m long and weigh between 4 and 5 tons and females about 5.5m and ca. 3 tons. In the past, orcas were often seen in norwegian waters in winter, as it was the time when the herring - an important food source - would come towards land to spawn. More recently, the herring›s migration patterns have changed a little and the

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willingly take advantage of. Sperm whales feed on squid and fish from Size: 10-18m in length, weighing 40-60 tons. The sperm whale is the largest of the deep waters. A fully grown adult can eat as much as a ton of food in one day. toothed whales and can live for up to 80 years. Those that live in norwegian waters Normally, they dive to a depth of 500-700 m in their search for food. They spend have an average size of 14-16 m. Only the males are found here, the females and about 7 mins at the surface before they dive down again for ca. 20-35 mins. The their young live in the more temperate maximum time they can be under water waters of the North and Mid-Atlantic (50›S - 40›N). These whales can often be is around 2 hours. Reproduction is very slow, a female gives birth every 3-5 years seen outside Bleik. Here the continental but on the other hand, these whales live shelf ends and waters from different streams and currents converge resulting in for up to 60-70 years. a rich nutritious source which the whales

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Experience the world’s largest toothed whale in it’s right element from May – September We have arranged whale safaris in Andenes since 1988, which combine research, learning and adventure into one unique experience. We offer: The shortest distance to the whale watching grounds, qualified guides, whale guarantee and the Norwegian Whale Centre featuring a multimedia presentation, restaurant /café, pub and souvenir shop. *We see whales on 96% of our trips. If the trip is not sucessful, we offer you a new whalesafari for free (you need to make a new booking yourself). Or you will get your money back. Your choice.

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www.visitvesteralen.com 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 Hinnøya, 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. See: www.moeysalen.no 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.

Right of access The Outdoor Recreations Act provides the right of the public to access and stay in wilderness areas. It gives us the right to passage in wooded and mountainous areas, to go skiing, sledging and to ride horseback on trails and roads. The public right of access safeguards the right to spend time and to set up tents in wilderness areas, but not closer than 150 m from houses or cabins. Wilderness is defined as all uncultivated land and comprises most lakes, shorelines, moorlands, forests and mountain areas in Norway. As users of the public right of access we also have obligations. We must behave in a cautious and considerate manner and avoid causing harm or inconveniences for

owners, users, damage to the natural environment or harm to domesticated animals or wildlife. On many maps, bathing sites are marked that are not posted with signs or adapted to public use. You are personally responsible for investigating whether these can be used in accordance with the abovementioned legal restrictions. The same applies for marked tent sites. Be careful to tidy up after yourself before you leave a resting place or tent site. Take all refuse with you. You must also exercise caution when lighting fires outdoors and you must not light open fires near any forested area during the period 15 April to 15 September.

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Dronningruta

– [The Queen’s Route] – a round trip along the shoreline and over the mountain.

Dronningruta is a marked trail about 15 km long and is a «round trip» along the shoreline and over the mountain between Nyksund and Stø in Øksnes municipality in Vesterålen. If you are in good physical shape and are used to medium altitudes, this is the trip for you. Certain portions of the trip may seem challenging in terms of heights. The trip can be done in 5-8 hours. Red route +++ The trip is a round trip between Stø and Nyksund, and you decide on your own where you want to start. The highest point is Finngamheia (448 mas). The route is signposted with the Hiking Association’s Ts at the starting points and along the trail. The hiking surface is mountain rock, earth, stone and peat. Parts of

the route run along the shoreline. Along the beach areas, the route has peat and grass ground cover and can be wet. There is a sheep trail up the mountainside; at the summit, the ground is hard and stony. There is a steep section from both sides up to the mountain summit. Certain parts are secured with safety ropes. Experiences along this route are numerous. The trip offers not only variation in hiking terrain and splendid vistas, but the starting and stopping points are also two very special sights. Nyksund is an old, once abandoned fishing village that has been resurrected through the efforts of artist residents and the tourism industry. Stø is a small, charming and active fishing village.

Vesterålen Turlag (Vesterålen Hiking Association) 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

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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 col-

laboration 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. 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

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Fishing has been an important resource for generations and is also the basis for much of the culture and local iden-

www.visitvesteralen.com Cultural events in Vesterålen

The festival of light, Melbu. Photo: Silje Nilsen

Bjørnskinn, Andøy. Photo:Gard L. Michalsen

Summer-Melbu. Photo: Sommer-Melbu

We are able to offer a rich and varied cultural programme here in Vesterålen which includes music, art, theatre, film and the outdoor life. Concerts are held regularly and cover many genres, from classical music to jazz. Many professional artists are based here in Vesterålen with galleries, workshops and outlets. Painters, artists spe-

cialising in glass and jewellery, there are many exhibitions to visit. There are also many theatrical plays/revues presented throughout the year. We arrange many different festivals here. The Festival of Light, the Food Festival and the Storytellers Festival, to name but a few. There is a popular film milieu here, especially for children and young-

sters, and in November we hold a film festival called Laterna Magica. For those interested in the outdoor life, there are many different activities on offer but we must give a special mention to the Arctic Sea Kayak Race which is a big annual event.

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Hadsel: «Days and Nights» Sarkis

Lødingen: «Eye in Stone» Anish Kapoor

Øksnes: «After Images» Inghild Karlsen

Andøy: «Island Museum» Raffael Rheinsberg

Sortland: «Eye on the Sea» Sigurdur Gudmundsson

Bø: «The Man from the Sea» Kjell Erik Killi Olsen

An internationally known arts project. «Art takes place» is the motto and in Vesterålen, art takes place by the sea. All the sculptures stand near the water’s edge or make use of the maritime theme. Maaretta

Jaukkuri, when talking of Sculpture Landscape Nordland, has said «the most important reason that these sculptures are situated in Nordland’s landscape is that it was here they were formed - a meeting be-

tween the landscape and the artist. And it is in the corresponding meetings between landscape, sculptor and the viewer that the meaning is recognized and recaptured. It is in these moments that art takes place».

Sub-station Art

Risøyhamn, Andøy. Artist: Siri Tollefsen

Vinjesjøen in Bø. Artist: Terese Riis

Stokmarknes in Hadsel. Artist: Myriam Borst

Lødingen. Artist: Heidi Nygård

Sortland centrum. Artist: Heidi Nygård

Myre in Øksnes. Artist: Karel Rouwenhorst

6 dull, gray, anonymous electricity sub-stations, in the 6 boroughs of Vesterålen, have

been transformed into power art. This substation art is a part of Vesterålens cultural

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Norwegian Fishing Industry Museum, Melbu Norwegian fishing industry in a “modern” format. Huge installations, fish oil tanks, exhibitions. 10.06 – 20.08: 1100 - 1700. NOK 60/30 (+47) 76 15 40 00

Bø Museum, Vinjesjøen. Ms Regine Normann, the fairytale author of Northern Norway. Very idyllic location in traditional, beautiful houses. Café and small gift shop. Artscape Nordland “The man from the sea”. 16.06 – 11.08: 1100 – 1700. NOK 30/0 (+47) 474 68 564

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Jennestad old trading post, Sortland Authentic shop with interior from 1920 – 1980. Sales of locally produced hand craft. 25.06.-11.08.: Tues – Sun 1100 – 1700. Art gallery: Wed – Sun 1100 – 1700 Free entrance. (+47) 76 10 92 71

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www.visitvesteralen.com Need a place to stay? Most tourists who come to Vesterålen driving their own vehicles – footloose and fancy free, so to speak – have not booked their overnight accommodation in advance. Many interesting opportunities await them. The easiest and cheapest solution – provided of course that one has brought along a tent – is to turn off the main road and pitch camp on dry ground with a good panorama of the ocean, the mountains and the midnight sun. The Norwegian Outdoor Recreation Act sets the only limits on camping (see page 18). The liberal Norwegian regulations permit camping caravans and caravanettes to stop free of charge at suitable places along the public roads. But if you need more than a simple spot to park – such as electrical power, TV, Internet, showers, a waste disposal site, – or if you want dining facilities and social events – there are some ten camping places in Vesterålen that can cater to your needs. At the campsites you are also welcome to put up a tent or hire a cabin for the night.

All of the larger communities have reasonably priced hotel rooms and, when desired, also more expensive and posher offers. But Sortland is the only place that can boast a youth- and family hostel among available places to stay. «Farm holidays», where vacationers stay in separate flats or rooms on the farm, are available – although not widespread. Rorbu cabins and seaside lodges On the other hand: starting with the traditional type of accommodation that fishermen of yesteryear used when they were on the winter fisheries, many of the tourist facilities during recent years have restored or built rorbu cabins and seaside lodging on the edge of piers or on the seashore. These cabins comprise fully equipped kitchens, so that modern travellers can prepare meals on their own – preferably fish that you’ve caught yourself ... Check our online booking portal for good accommodation offers of all kinds at: www.visitvesteralen.com

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Come to us and enjoy a fantastic stay with incredible experiences in a spectacular landscape. What can be more tempting than to be up close to the world’s largest toothed whale on a whale safari, or on a trip by RIB-boat to the bird island at Bleik, where puffins and many other species are nesting and the majestic sea eagles are seen soaring on the breeze? Maybe you’d choose a long walk or hike along one of our many public footpaths, or a stroll through Andenes or along our wonderful white sandy beaches? How about a kayak trip under the midnight sun? If you are lucky, while passing through the skerries and reefs, you will see porpoises and seals happily swimming and playing all around you. No matter what your preference, the memories will remain and never be forgotten. Internet access is available in Andrikken’s lobby bar where we also serve coffee and simple meals. Andrikken’s Bistro serves delicious summery dishes CABINS, SEA HOUSES with a focus on high quality, & YOUTH HOSTEL local produce. Open every day! Welcome! T: 76 14 12 22

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Although the sun does not appear over the horizon for nearly two months, winter in Vesterålen can be both colourful and exciting – with its blue, arctic light above white mountains and pink ocean water. But the dark season can also be trying and harsh, when winter storms hurl fists of ice in across land and peel asphalt from the road surfaces – and daylight flickers only fleetingly before it melts back into darkness. On the other hand, it is perhaps just such an encounter with this aspect of winter that lasts longest on our mental hard discs. Many even prefer winter and its seasonal activities – outdoors in the natural surroundings as well as indoors at cultural events. As our guest, you can also take advantage of winter activities.

Winter-activities When the sun returns and days become longer, there is nothing as appealing as a skiing trip in pristine nature – nearby and accessible. The mountains of Vesterålen are made for skiing – whether it be on prepared ski trails or in the virgin snow – the mountains are easy to ascend and not dangerous for off-piste skiing. If you are a dedicated telemark-, rando- or snowboard-enthusiast, you will see opportunities for rapid descents everywhere you turn in the

mountains. Contact a local expert; the local tourist information will gladly help you by providing the telephone numbers of local, experienced skiers. In Vesterålen there are a number of prepared skiing trails for trekking and cross country outings. The longest trails, which are also lit, are at Hadseløya, Åse on Andøy and in Sortlandmarka. The best time to ski in Vesterålen is February – April. During this period the days have once again become long enough that light is not a factor. The temperature at this time normally also stays below freezing, so that the snow is perfect for skiing on powder slopes. It is now possible to go whale watching during the winter season 2012/13. The Samí culture in general has become an attraction in Vesterålen. Here you can try your skill at lasso throwing. Or you can enjoy Samí traditional foods based on reindeer meat, served around an open fire in a Samí lávvo tent and accompanied by joik singing. But to really try Samí traditions, you should try spending the night in a lávvo tent on a bed of birch branches and reindeer hide. Winter kayak paddling is undeniably quite different than kayaking under the midnight sun, perhaps even more fascinating when the sea glitters phosphorescently and the moon Vesterålen 2013

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is the only source of light. If you are an experienced kayaker looking for an outing in a sea kayak, there are tour operators who provide guided excursions in winter as well – with or without overnight accommodation. Experienced paddlers can also hire kayaks and equipment and do exploring on their own in the shoreline skerries of Vesterålen. Join a moose-, photo- or/and eagle safari and experience eagles plunging to the surface of the sea to grasp a fleeing fish. These are the kinds of experiences that are remembered forever, especially if you have captured the happening on your camera’s memory card! Should the weather be uninviting for outdoor activities, there are also many galleries and museums open during the winter. And it would be a rare event if there weren’t also a concert or an exhibition arranged nearby. Northern lights Aurora polaris (polar light) is a physical phenomenon caused when the solar wind is stronger than normal, with great electrical discharges emitting electrically charged particles towards the earth. The particles are electrons and protons that create light as they collide with the gases in the earth’s atmosphere. Polar light is located at a height of between 90 and www.visitvesteralen.com

www.visitvesteralen.com comes from nitrogen, and the same is true of most of the bluish colour. In Vesterålen you can capture the Northern Lights and the many colours the season brings, by taking photography courses.

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180 km above the earth’s surface. The phenomenon can be observed on the night skies in a belt running around the magnetic poles – the northern lights oval – and can be seen by us in the Northern Hemisphere. Polar light manifests itself as billowing light that changes in shape, colour and intensity, from dark blue and hues of green and yellow, to red and orange. Polar light in the Northern Hemisphere is called aurora borealis (dawning red in the north) or the northern

lights, while polar light in the Southern Hemisphere is called aurora australis or the southern lights. The northern lights come in many different colours. The colours reflect the gases in the middle atmosphere. The greenish-yellow colours, which are the most distinct and common for the northern lights, derive from oxygen. The red also comes mainly from oxygen, with the addition of nitrogen. The violet colour we often see at the bottom of the northern lights

Winter fishing For centuries, arctic cod has been the most valuable species of fish for the people of North Norway, and the winter cod fishery from January to April is the most important seasonal fishery in all of Norway. For professional fishermen, the winter season at sea is synonymous with skrei fishing. And with modern, advanced boats and equipment, amateur fishermen have also been able to participate in the quest for this prima quality fish, because what’s special about this species is that one does not have to go far out to sea; skrei can be caught in fjords and close to land. There are many fishing lakes in Vesterålen, where trout and Arctic char are the dominant species. Contact local experts for information on ice conditions on any given lake!

At our sea-house and restaurant the experience is in focus. We offer a wide range of adventures depending on the weather and the season. In Summer you can enjoy everything from fishing, kayaking, midnight sun diving and trekking and much more. The winter lends its self to most activities like skeing snow shoe walking kayaking but most of all photography of the winter light and aurora. Both bad and good weather is just as exciting you can experience the full force of a storm on the coast or enjoy perfect calm sunny days. Be mesmerized by the winter light or raid natures rich pantry in autumn of berries mushrooms or fish straight from the fjord. Experience the rich flavors just hours after they have been harvested. Be welcomed by Ian and Karina who have a unique knowledge of the nature and activities on the outside. Read more about the experiences on www.yttersiden.no.

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www.visitvesteralen.com A taste of Vesterålen Vesterålen most definitely has resources and ingredients suitable for inclusion in a local, seasonally varied menu. Several of the dining establishments in the area have recognized the potential in using short-travelled food items from the fields and forests, from the mountainsides, from the moors, from rivers and the open ocean.

Sometimes, however, fish needs to be processed and treated in order to create the traditional, local delicacies – such as «boknafisk» (semi-dried cod), «lutefisk», freshly salted redfish, salt-cured herring or cured salmon. Whatever the item, freshness and quality are the very prerequisites for a maximally successful end product.

Arktisk Meny («Arctic Menu») is a union of restaurants in Northern Norway, a stamp of quality for local ingredients, of which many of the dining est-ablishments in Vesterålen are members.

Vesterålen Lamb – raised on pristine mountain pastures sprinkled with natural seaspray salt – has always been a hit on area menus. In recent years, however, the succulent meat of the rarer «villsauen» (feral sheep) has become increasingly popular – not without good reason.

Vesterålen is primarily a fish-producing region where enormous amounts of top-quality fish are caught, processed and exported. And when the distance from fishing boats and fish-farming pens to the kitchen counter is short, your dining experience is enhanced. Therefore, we invite you to the table – to enjoy fresh skrei cod with liver and roe, coalfish steak, halibut fillet, Arctic char, prawns, fried herring and whale steak.

Nonetheless, traditional game such as reindeer, elk, grouse and geese – hunted and processed in Vesterålen – remain quainter items and are very exclusive. The game is often served with local chanterelle mushrooms and with cloudberries for dessert – both of these gathered in the forests and on the moors of Vesterålen. We mustn’t forget to mention the local vegetables that are grown to a sweet flavour under the life-giving midnight sun …

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Torggt 23, Sortland Espresso • Coffee • Tea • Lofoten Chocolate • Stone oven-baked bread from Eldhus Bakery • Delicacies from New Zealand and Italy

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. Tel: +47 76 13 28 55 - E-mail: post@skipnes.com - www.skipnes.com

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For diving enthusiasts, Vesterålen is an eldorado. A popular activity, with many areas providing for many fantastic underwater experiences. There is a 2m difference between high and low tides with a 5 1/2 hour turnaround. The direction of the currents in the fjords and on the sound vary with the tide. Ask at the Tourist Information Office about the ideal places and where you can fill your tanks with air.

Here in Vesterålen we have many perfect areas for rock climbing enthusiasts. There’s no climbing guidebook at the moment but we are currently working on a guide for one of our climbing areas, Trollskåla at Taen, on Hadseløya. If you are visiting Vesterålen, get in touch with Vesterålen Klatreklubb (climbing club), they have a Facebook page also, and ask for advice and tips. More information can be found at the Tourist Information Office in Sortland.

Would you like to play golf when you are in Vesterålen? Vesterålen Golfklubb’s course is in Sigerfjord on Hinnøya - 15 minutes drive from Sortland. If you have any questions or would like to play golf when you are in Vesterålen, please ring +47 906 86 497 or e-mail: post@vgolf.no

Vesterålen Explorer is your host for ﬁrst class adventures in Vesterålen and Lofoten. Experience everyday life up-close, the unique history and culture, the world famous scenery.

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AKVAKULTUR I VESTERÅLEN is a new adventure center for aquaculture. We are localized in the little village Blokken in Sortland. It takes about 30 minutes to drive there from the center of Sortland. At our facility you get to gout to sea and visit

our farms and see the way they are run, with about 140 000 fish in the cages! In the new exhibitions we give you the story of Norwegian aquaculture industry from the early beginning in the 50’s and 60’s until today with high-tech operation. We have a tunnel that kids can crawl through, computer games, under water cameras, exciting films and a 12 meters long map made from glass where every light shows where there is fish farming in all of northern Norway. And everyone who wants gets to taste the fish!

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THE SALMON ROE is only a few millimetres, and yet it is still big enough to create some of Norway’s most important industries. Did you know that Norwegian salmon is enjoyed by 12 million people in 100 countries every day(!), and is one of our most renowned products in the world? Salmon farming also provides opportunities, power and settlement along the coast of Norway, and is together with fishery the most important industry in Vesterålen.

Graphical overview 17 Toftenes Sjøhuscamping Nordigården Feriehus 18 Øksnes Museum 19 Myre Overnatting Myre Hotell AS Oppmyre Camping 20 Ekspedisjonen Restaurant Holmvik Brygge Marihaugen Skåltofta Nyksund Apartment Nyksund Gjestehus AS Nyksund AS 21 Arctic Whale Tours AS Stø Safari Stø Bobilcamp Husjord Apartment 22 Skjellbogen Hyttegrend 23 Handelsstedet Tinden 24 Fiskeværet Skipnes 25 Konferansestedet Finvåg 26 Øksnes Gjestegård & Leirskole 27 Fjordcamp 28 Åsand Brygge 29 Bø Taxi 20 Galleri Hildreland 30 Litløy Fyr 31 Bø museum

32 Skagakaia & Cafè Gamle Posthuset 33 Ringstad Sjøhus 34 Vesterålen Apartment 35 Grønningbrygga 36 Møysalen Nasjonalparksenter AS 37 Norsk Hurtigrutemuseum Time Out Event Vesterålen Hotell & Kongressenter 38 Stokmarknes Camping Trolldalen 39 Nygård Feriehus 40 Island Adventure Melbu Hotel AS Norsk Fiskeindustrimuseum Vesterålsmuseet Vesterålen RIB Safari 41 Los- og Telemuseet Lødingen 42 Offersøy Feriesenter

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