Harstad Guide 2013 - ENGLISH

Info guide 2013

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Unforgettable adventures

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Destination Harstad

Welcome to Destination Harstad - Where adventures abound!

Harstad is situated at the heart of Northern Norway, at the gateway to the Vesterålen and Lofoten islands. This is a region that offers unforgettable adventures in nature – accessible and mighty mountain landscapes, spectacular views and a unique archipelago.

This is an area in which you can find a quiet place for yourself, drink clean water straight from trickling rivers, or go fishing at sea or in one of the many mountain lakes. This brochure gives an insight into the many attractions and activities available in the area.

Harstad, with its 23,640 inhabitants, has always been, and still is, an important centre of commerce and culture in the north. Harstad lies at the centre of an exciting region; Kvæfjord with its worldfamous strawberries, and “Nupen”, voted the most romantic place in Norway from which to observe the midnight sun. Bjarkøy, the seat of the Viking chief Tore Hund, boasts an impressive archipelago, a bird cliff and white-tailed eagles. The areas adjacent to the airport further south, Tjeldsund and Skånland, are known for their many mountain walks, white sandy beaches and beautiful fjords. Skånland even has its own beach for winter bathing. You will also find old Sami settlements here and a cultural landscape that bears witness to settlements thousands of years old. Visit us at the tourist office for further information.

Welcome!

Sjøgata 1 B-3, PO Box 654, N-9486 Harstad Tel. +47 77 01 89 89. www.destinationharstad.no post@destinationharstad.no Destination Harstad is a regional marketing company for southern Troms and Ofoten, covering the municipalities of Harstad, Kvæfjord, Bjarkøy, Skånland and Tjeldsund. Our services include tourist information, sightseeing tours, guide services, conferences and the coordination of cruise ship arrivals.

Harstad Tourist Office Visitor address: Sjøgata 1 B-3, 9405 Harstad Post address: PO BOX 654, 9486 Harstad Telephone + 47 77 01 89 89 post@destinationharstad.no www.destinationharstad.no http://www.visitnorway.com/en/Stories/Norway/ North/Harstad/ Opening hours Daily 17 June – 18 August 10.00-18.00 Mon – Fri 08.00-15.30 (off season)

Graphic production Photo frontpage: © Frank S. Andreassen

Mediateam er et reklame-, produksjons- og publiseringsbyrå med avdelinger i Harstad og Tromsø.

Vi tilbyr alt fra produksjon av annonsekampanjer og Direct Mail, til kundemagasiner og nettpubliseringer.

Mediateam produserer avis- og nettannonser for aviser over hele Nord-Norge. I tillegg har vi journalister som produserer tekst og bilder til ulike publikasjoner. Bedriften har i dag 13 ansatte i Harstad og fem i Tromsø.

Forventet omsetning for 2011 er cirka 15 millioner.

Intern utlysning:

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Destination Harstad does not accept responsibility for printing errors or alterations to information/timetables or prices stated in this brochure.

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Harstad municipality

Skånland municipality

Tjeldsund municipality Bjarkøy municipality

Kvæfjord municipality Useful information Transport

Accomodation Eateries Map

Activities

Attractions/Places of interest Hikes and walks

Recommended hiking destinations Shopping/partners What’s happening in 2013?

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Our 5 municipalities offer experiences you will never forget.

We call them unforgettable adventures.

Harstad municipality Harstad – The City of Culture in the North Population: 24,205 Area: 364 km2 • www.harstad.kommune.no • postmottak@harstad.kommune.no

Harstad is situated on Hinnøya, the largest island in Norway. It is the third largest town in northern Norway, and an important centre of commerce for the whole region. The paved market square in the town centre is only a short walk from shops and cafés. Harstad is known for its high quality restaurants and cultural events throughout the year. Several festivals are arranged, such as Bakgården, Ilios, and a Northern Norwegian Beer Festival. The annual North Norwegian Festival of Culture takes place in the last week in June, when the streets are teeming with

people and music is played in pubs, churches and concert halls.

The coastal steamers arrive at the town centre pier every morning and the express boat heads north to Senja and Tromsø.

Harstad is generally sheltered from rain and wind. Forests, mountains, fjords, islands and miles of hiking trails entice you to embark upon unforgettable experiences in nature all year round.

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Skånland municipality Population: 2,954. Area: 465 km2 • www.skanland.kommune.no • post@skanland.kommune.no Skånland offers spectacular nature and a choice of activities and adventures on land, at sea and in the mountains. Facing towards the midnight sun, the road to Breistrand winds its way south via Evenskjer and a host of beautiful small villages, where it follows sheltered bays and green meadows through an active cultural coastal environment. You can taste traditional food based on local produce, or you can take a trip by sail or motor boat.

There are many marked trails within a beautiful and captivating landscape, from inland mountain landscapes to coastal landscapes. Here, there

are also rich natural resources with opportunities for sea fishing from land or boat, and inland fishing in rivers and lakes. The municipality has a Sami population, and is rich in Sami and Norwegian history, culture and tradition. Situated as it is by the mainland at Tjeldsund, the Tjeldsund bridge is truly the gateway to Hinnøya and Lofoten. But before you go there, you have much to look forward to here in Skånland.

Administrative centre: Evenskjer, Tovik/Sandstrand in the centre and Grov to the north.

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You can taste traditional food based on local produce Tjeldsund municipality

Tjeldsund municipality Population: 1,328. Area: 312 km2 • www.tjeldsund.kommune.no• post@tjeldsund.kommune.no Tjeldsund has been a vital traffic artery between the north and south throughout the ages. The name of the strait, and later the municipality, is derived from the word ‘tjelle’, which means to camp for the night. Archaeological finds in the area bear witness to settlements going back several thousand years. The most well-known is the Steinsvik sword from the Viking Age. One part of the municipality is situated on Hinnøya, another on the mainland and yet another on Tjeldøya. Villages in the area are Kongsvik, Ramsund and Fjelldal. The municipality is host to the Ramsund Naval Base and Norway’s Fire-fighting school in Fjelldal. The culture here is vibrant, and there is a wide range of voluntary organisations.

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Tjeldsund municipality focuses on innovation and entrepreneurship, and works hard to ensure that Tjeldsund is a good place to live. Nature entices you to undertake outdoor activities and experiences, such as fishing on a summer night, playing along the seashore, cycling on Tjeldøya, eight wonderful walks or hikes in Kongsvikdalen or on Hinnøya, to mention just a few. Several events and attractions in the region can be visited.

Trolldagan in Kongsvik takes place at the end of August.

Bjarkøy municipality Population: 476 Area: 75 km2 • www.bjarkoy.kommune.no • fellespost@bjarkoy.kommune.no Bjarkøy is an island community consisting of 365 islands of varying sizes dotted around the edge of Vågsfjord and out towards the ocean in the north. We have everything here from high mountains and flat green meadows to islands with white beaches and sheltered bays – an “Eldorado” for those of you who like to spend time outdoors.

We have good fishing areas around the islands and out at sea, which makes it possible to earn a living from fishing or just enjoy a day out in a boat.

There are many cultural monuments here from the Viking Age and the Iron Age. There are also marked hiking trails where you can enjoy the silence and view from the highest peaks. Municipal centre: Nergårdshamn.

An “Eldorado” for those of you who like to spend time outdoors Bjarkøy municipality

Kvæfjord municipality Population: 3,060. Area: 512,7 km2 Local tourist information: Service office, Kvæfjord town hall, Bygdeveien 26, 9475 Borkenes, tel. +47 77 02 30 00 (weekdays 08.00 – 15.30) • www.kvafjord.kommune.no postmottak@kvafjord.kommune.no The municipality of Kvæfjord, with its magnificent landscape, has always been perfect for agriculture and fishing. Findings on the island of Kveøy show that settlements existed here as long ago as 300 BC. Many items dating back to the Iron Age and Viking times have also been found.

Kvæfjord is known for its sweet and juicy strawberries, which are ripened slowly under the light of the midnight sun, as well as the production of high quality potatoes and other vegetables. Kvæfjord and Gullesfjord are excellent fjords for fishing, and there are also many fine lakes where one can fish for both trout and char. The area also offers many berry and mushroom picking opportunities. The entire municipality offers a rich and varied bird and wildlife population, including harbour porpoises,

seals and otters that can often be seen playing at the water’s edge. One can often see eagles flying high above or sitting on a rock on the shore cleaning their feathers. Kvæfjord is therefore a popular destination for birdwatchers and nature photographers.

The road to Lofoten and Vesterålen goes through Kvæfjord, and from Harstad the route is shortened considerably by taking the ferry from Refsnes to Flesnes. This trip offers a variety of experiences in nature and a detour to the beautiful island of Kveøya is recommended. Busses with passengers from the coastal steamer leave daily from Harstad to Sortland, and this is the most popular outing along the coast.

Close to where Gullesfjord ends, a roundabout gives you the choice of several directions: The E10 east towards Tjeldsund and Harstad and on to the E6, the E10 west towards Lofoten, the Rv 85 to Vesterålen and the ferry connection to Kvæfjord and Harstad, and the Fv 103 to Moelv and Gullholm.

Kvæfjord is an excellent walking area in both summer and winter. The Melå plateau is recommended and can be reached from several places.

Gullesfjorbotn and Kvæfjordeidet feature fantastic ski runs during the winter. The level of difficulty varies from easy runs to climbing challenges.

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Velkommen til Trondenes fort - en av verdens største landbaserte kanoner

Kanonbatteriet ble reist av den tyske okkupasjonsmakten under annen verdenskrig. Alle de fire kanonene er intakte, og en av disse - Adolfkanonen - er i dag et åpent museum.

bygging og planlagt bruk. Det er også en «kystartillerisamling» av utstyr og instrumenter som ble benyttet i tyske kystbatterier under 2. verdenskrig, og senere av norske kystartillerister.

Fortet er et monument over alle krigsfangene som mistet livet under byggearbeidene, og mennesker som ble fordrevet fra sine hjem på grunn av utbyggingen av forsvarslinjen under 2. verdenskrig.

Kontakt Destination Harstad for guiding: +47 77 01 89 89 post@destinationharstad.no Det arrangeres faste omvisninger om sommeren.

I bunkeren under selve kanonen finnes en utstilling som viser kanonens historie,

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Opplev Vågsfjordens skjærgård

Prøv en rundreise på vakre Vågsfjorden.

Billettpris kr 195,- for voksne, kr 95,- for barn.

Billetter kjøpes ombord eller på Harstad turistkontor.

Se www.tromskortet.no for oppdatert ruteinformasjon.

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Useful information EMERGENCY NUMBERS

PARKING

Fire: 110 Police: 112 Ambulance: 113

Coin and credit card operated ticket machines in Harstad town centre.

Parking fees apply Mon – Fri 08.00-17.00 and Sat 08.00-15.00. Free parking on Sundays. Long term parking for up to 1 week at the following public car parks: Fisketorget, Kaikanten Mat og Catering AS, Havnegata multi-storey car park, Trekanten multi-storey car park at Grottebadet and Amfi Bertheus multi-storey car park.

There are two large municipal car parks, which are free, outside the town centre on the main routes leading into town. Overnight parking is prohibited here. Free parking outside of towns throughout the entire region.

GENERAL OPENING HOURS Banks: Monday – Friday 10.00-15.00. (Denne teksten fjernes:Torsdag 09.00 – 16.00.)

Main post office: Weekdays 09.00-18.00.

Saturdays 08.00-15.00.

SHOWERS/LAUNDRY Kaikanten Mat og Catering AS at Sjøgata 8 offers the following services to boat travellers and other tourists: Shower facilities, toilets, coin-operated washing machines and tumble dryers. Sale of food and drink. Open: Mon – Thurs 11.00-24.00. Fri – Sat 11.00-04.00. Sun 12.00-24.00. Opening hours may be extended on weekdays during the summer. For further info, contact +47 77 00 67 00.

MIDNIGHT SUN AND POLAR NIGHTS The midnight sun is present in our region from 22 May – 18 July. During this period, the sun remains above the horizon, and there is daylight 24hrs a day. The sky must be clear and there must be unobstructed visibility in order to see the midnight sun. The long dark polar nights last from 30 November – 12 January, when there is only a twilight type of dusk around midday. The ‘‘blue light’’ towards the south is particularly beautiful just before it becomes dark.

NORTHERN LIGHTS ‘Aurora Borealis’ is the Latin name for the northern lights – solar winds that meet the atmosphere in a zone around the magnetic north pole. It is only possible to see the northern lights when it is dark and the sky is clear, from August to April, and they are at their most intense between 10pm and midnight.

The Harstad region is the perfect place to experience the beautiful and intense play of colours that is the northern lights.

INTERNET CAFÉ Harstad Tourist Office, Sjøgata 1 B-3, Monday – Friday 08.00-15.30, and every day 10.0018.00 between 14th June – 14th August.

Access to internet café by appointment at: Skånland Municipality Tel. +47 77 08 95 100, 08.00-15.30 Skånland Folkebibliotek Tel. +47 77 08 94 70, Tues 12.00-20.00, Thurs 16.00-20.00

HARSTAD LIBRARY www.harstad.folkebibl.no Havnegata 3, tel. +47 77 02 61 85 Opening times: Monday 10.00-16.00, Tuesday – Thursday 10.00-19.00, Friday 10.00-16.00, Saturday 10.00-14.00, closed Sundays (July and August 10.00-16.00/ Thurs 10.00-19.00).

RESCUE SERVICE (CAR TROUBLE) NAF, tel. 08505 (Harstad og Omland Bilberging AS, Evenskjer, tel. + 47 911 97 310)- Fjernes!

Holand S. Bilberging, Evenskjer, tel. + 47 901 53 680/770 85 330

LUGGAGE LOCKERS There are coin operated luggage lockers in the waiting room at the express boat pier.

GUEST JETTIES/SMALL BOAT MARINAS www.gjestehavner.no

Refsnes, Flesnes and Hemmestad have smaller marinas. Enquire locally.

Bjarkøy Bjarkøy Hamn, Nergådsvika, tel: +47 77 09 02 99 Gammelhamn Båtforening, contact Trond Markussen, tel. +47 77 09 02 73 / 414 62 057 Bjarkøy Båtforening, contact Einar Hanssen, tel. +47 77 09 03 24 / 906 46 156 e-mail: einar_hanssen@hotmail.com Meløyvær Småbåtforening, contact Oddbjørn Martin Luther, tel. +47 90 89 75 25 e-mail: oddmarlut@hotmail.com Sandsøy Båtforening, contact Sverre Andreassen, tel. +47 77 09 01 15, mobile +47 41 60 34 72

Skånland Evenskjer small boat marina, tel. + 47 911 916 63 Tovik small boat marina, tel. +47 900 23 528 / 77 08 77 82 Grovfjord small boat marina, tel. + 47 907 35 731

Tjeldsund Fjelldal Båthavn. Fjelldal båtforening, contact Evald Joakimsen, tel. +47 918 79 967 Ramsund Båthavn. ROS Båtforening, contact Jostein Lunde, tel. +47 76 93 86 35/+47 472 32 134 Kongsvik Båthavn. Kongsvik Båtforening, contact Jan Hanssen, tel. +47 95 79 00 28 Kjærfjord Båthavn, Kjærfjord Båtforening, contactEinar Kristoffersen, tel.+47 918 34 272, www.kjerfjord.net

Harstad

WHAT’S HAPPENING?

Harstad Båtforening, tel. +47 41 56 55 27 asa@online.no Harstad Gjestehavn, tel. +47 77 00 12 12 Harstadbotn Båthavn, tel. +47 77 06 61 71/91 33 47 81 Grøtavær Båtforening, tel. +47 402 33 998 / 908 24 240

List of events available from Harstad Tourist Office, tel. +47 77 01 89 89, e-mail post@destinationharstad.no or see www.destinationharstad.no Follow us on Facebook!

Gratangen

• Harstad Concert Hall, tel. +47 77 02 81 00, www.harstadkulturhus.no • North Norwegian Festival of Culture, tel. +47 77 04 12 30, www.festspillnn.no • Harstad Race Track, tel. +47 77 07 25 00, www.harstadtravpark.no

Foldvik Brygge Gjestehavn, tel. +47 45 67 88 50, www.foldvikbrygger.no -post@foldvikbrygger.no

Kvæfjord

Separate programmes available from:

Leikvika, Borkenes, tel. +47 97 07 78 85 Elde Naust og Båthavn, www.eldamolo.no

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Transport 24 hour timetable information for busses, coastal steamer, express boats and ferries in the county of Troms: Tel: 177 • www.177troms.no

COASTAL STEAMER

FLIGHTS

www.hurtigruten.no Calling daily at Harstad northbound/ southbound: Southbound: Arrival 08.00 – Departure 08.30 Northbound: Arrival 06.45 – Departure 08.00

BUSES

CAR HIRE

www.boreal.no The region has an extensive bus network, with good connections to the rest of northern Norway.

• Avis Bilutleie, Storgata 25, Harstad, tel. +47 770 61 945 www.avis.no • Avis Bilutleie, Harstad/Narvik Airport, Evenes, tel. +47 769 82 133 • Europcar Bilutleie, Samagata 33, Harstad, tel. +47 77 01 86 10 www.europcar.no • Europcar Bilutleie, Harstad/Narvik Airport, Evenes, tel. +47 76 98 21 20 • Hertz, Klubbholmen 1A, Harstad, tel. +47 900 82 228 www.hertzharstad.no • Hertz, Harstad/Narvik Airport, Evenes, tel.+ 47 41 58 22 28

EXPRESS BOATS AND FERRIES www.boreal.no • www.tromskortet.no www.torghatten-nord.no. Good connections via express boat to Finnsnes, Tromsø, Bjarkøy and Senja.

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

COACHES

Harstad Taxisentral AS, Strandgt. 20b Harstad, tel. +47 77 04 10 00. Taxi rank at the town centre bus terminal. www.harstadtaxi.no Airport taxi service must be booked in advance, tel. +47 77 04 10 00 Skånland Taxi, tel. +47 77 08 59 10

• Hålogaland Buss, Bårnakkveien 4, Harstad, tel: +47 78 40 70 00 www.boreal.no • Evensen Buss AS, Idrettsveien 27, Borkenes, tel: +47 90 19 36 90 www.bussreiser.no • Arctic Buss Lofoten, tel: +47 926 99 060 www.arcticbuss.no • Harstad Taxi, 16 seater minibus. tel: +47 77 04 10 20 www.harstadtaxi.no

AIRPORT BUS

BOAT HIRE

www.flybussen.no

• Båt og Motorservice, Skoleveien 2b, Harstad, tel. +47 91 59 06 75

TAXI

TRAVEL AGENT www.viatours.no • Via Travel Harstad, Storgata 2, Harstad, tel. +47 77 01 22 65

RUTEBUSSER

TURBUSSER

Hålogaland området

• Vi gjennomfører oppdragene som forventet og til riktig pris.

FLYBUSSEN

• Vask av større kjøretøy/ tømming toalett.

Harstad - Harstad/Narvik lufthavn Evenes

TLF: 78 40 70 00 • E-POST: BUSS.HARSTAD@BOREAL.NO • RUTEOPPLYSNING: RING 177

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Accommodation TJELDSUNBRUA INN & HOTEL

HARSTAD CAMPING

Tjeldsundbrua, Evenskjer Tlf: + 47 77 08 93 00 post@tkh.no • www.tkh.no

Nessevn.55, Harstad Tel: +47 77 07 36 62 postmaster@harstad.camping.no www.harstad-camping.no

Tjeldsundbrua Inn and Hotel is situated out in the countryside at the end of the Tjeldsund bridge, just 18 km from the Harstad/Narvik airport, Evenes. The hotel is ideally situated for travellers, whether travelling for business or pleasure. The area around the Tjeldsund bridge provides wonderful opportunities for outdoor activities. The sea-houses. The hotel has 25 rooms, all of which have a private bathroom, TV, minibar, telephone and free wireless internet. We also have 9 great sea-houses of a very high standard. Located at the edge of the water, they are a good alternative, giving complete freedom to larger groups. Tjeldsund Inn and Hotel has 2 meeting rooms in addition to a combined conference and function room.

With modern AV equipment, wireless internet and a fantastic view, you have all the ingredients for a great meeting. Capacity – 80 persons.

Situated by the sea in idyllic surroundings 5 km south of Harstad. Rental of cabins, tents and camping ground. Our service area is modern, comprising a kitchen, washing machine and tumble dryer, and a specially adapted utility room with shower and toilet facilities for wheelchair users.

Small cabins sleeping 4 in one room with hot plate and fridge. Bring your own bed linen, pots and pans and cutlery. Medium sized cabins sleeping 4 with a lounge and one bedroom, corner kitchen, TV, shower and toilet. Bring your own bed linen. Large cabins sleeping 4 in 2 bedrooms, lounge and kitchen, TV, shower and toilet. Bring your own bed linen.

VALHALL

SANDTORGHOLMEN HOTEL

Krøttøy • Tel: +47 77 09 00 00 Fax: +47 77 09 00 01 post@valhall.no • www.valhall.no

Sandtorg • Tel: +47 77 02 80 00 Fax: +47 77 02 80 01 sandtorg@sandtorgholmen.no www.sandtorgholmen.no

Valhall is a hotel and adventure centre on the island of Krøttøy in Bjarkøy outside Harstad. The hotel is situated in the midst of beautiful natural surroundings.

Here you can stay, eat, drink and experience nature right outside your window.

With Valhall as your base, you can go on trips by boat or hire a bicycle to experience nature by yourself. Valhall has attractive double rooms and family rooms with 5 beds, meeting rooms and a sauna. We hire out boats, kayaks, bikes, fishing rods, safety equipment and much, much more.

A genuine collection of buildings dating from over 250 years ago. Pier restaurant, conference rooms, hotel rooms in a unique style and special suites! As the only historical hotel in the county of Troms, we have 23 rooms sleeping 56. The oldest wine cellar in Northern Norway, outdoor hot tub, 18 hole mini golf, pier fishing and optional extreme sports activities at sea. Camping, boat jetty, fishing with boat hire. Open from March to December. Closed January and February.

RICA HOTEL HARSTAD

THON HOTEL HARSTAD

Strandgt.9, Harstad • Tel: +47 77 00 30 00 Fax:+47 77 00 30 01 resepsjon.gnh@nordic.no www.nordic.no

Sjøgata 11, Harstad • Tel: +47 77 00 08 00 Fax: +47 77 00 08 08 harstad@thonhotels.no www.thonhotels.no/harstad

The Rica Hotel Harstad is located in the centre of town within reach of most of what the town has to offer. The concert hall and Harstad’s spectacular water park ‘Grottebadet’ are only 5 minutes away. Our lobby bar, “Millibar”, at the centre of the hotel, offers tasty meals and an extensive range of coffees and drinks in a pleasant atmosphere. The hotel also features a Narvesen convenience store, pub and restaurant. We also have one of the region’s largest conference facilities with the flagship Nordic Hall, which can seat 350 participants for conferences and dinners. All our guests can train for free at the Actic gym just down the street. We look forward to your visit!

Harstad’s largest and newest hotel can be found at the town centre pier, and boasts a beautiful view across Vågsfjorden. It has modern conference and business facilities. All rooms have parquet floors and kettles. We offer free coffee and a selection of newspapers and magazines is available. The hotel is within walking distance of the most of what the town has to offer. The hotel becomes a Junior hotel during the summer, taking extra care of its younger guests with a children’s breakfast buffet, playroom, children’s film channels and other activities.

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CLARION COLLECTION HOTEL ARCTICUS

HARSTAD VILLMARKSENTER

Havnegt.3, Harstad • www.choice.no Tel: + 47 77 04 08 00 Fax: +47 77 04 08 01 cc.arcticus@choice.no

Heggenkollen, Harstad Tel: +47 77 07 06 44 Mob: +47 97 97 75 11 heggenkollen@harstadvillmarksenter.no www.harstadjff.no

All our rooms are completely refurbished to a high standard throughout. Included in the price of your room is an ecological breakfast, afternoon coffee with homebaked goods or waffles and, not least, an evening buffet with a hot meal. We also offer a free newspaper, coffee, tea and fresh fruit all day. DVD player in all rooms and a large reception library free for our guests. Gym and sauna with a panoramic view. Feel at home!

Harstad Villmarksenter is situated on the Heggenkollen peak, in close proximity to the town centre with great views in all directions over sea and land.

From here you can choose from many trails for mountain hikes, or just relax in the sun on one of our many porches and enjoy a hot chocolate while letting the impressions sink in.

We have 7 rooms of basic standard, with family bunks sleeping 3 per room. Shared toilet and shower facilities.

GRØTAVÆR WHARF

BAKKEMO FARM

Grøtavær • www.grotavaer.no Tel: +47 77 06 05 70 Fax: +47 77 06 56 99 brygga@grotavaer.no

Gratangen • Tel: +47 76 95 29 95 Mob: +47 916 95 097 Fax: +47 76 9779 18 idarhans@online.no

The main building contains 17 rooms sleeping 75. Shower in every room and toilet facilities on every floor. Skarheimen is a detached 2 storey building with single and double rooms, 11 in all, sleeping 18. Shower and toilet facilities in the hallway. You can cook your own food in a well-equipped kitchen.

The lavvo camp on one of the many islands can sleep up to 160 people.

Excellent venue for swimming, island hiking (nature trails) and evocative excursions in the beautiful midnight sun.

The farm is in the municipality of Gratangen, approximately 30 km from the E6 and 90 km from Evenes airport.

Bakkemo was built in 1870 and was restored in 1994 in a traditional style.

Self-catering. 2 cabins for hire sleeping 6 with outhouse, plus the restored ‘Steinhytta’ more than an hour’s demanding walk from the road. Boat hire. We own a private road up into the mountains, i.e, above the timber line, by which you can transport people and equipment to the very top.

RØKENES FARM AND GUESTHOUSE Ervik, Harstad • Tel: +47 77 05 84 44 Fax: +47 77 05 84 40 rgaard@online.no • www.roekenesgaard.no Røkenes guesthouse offers accommodation in a farm storehouse dating from the 1700s. Sleeps 6 in 2 double rooms, lounge, kitchen and bathroom. Suitable for families in a quiet detached building.

Bridal suite available in main house dating from 1750.

VILGESVÀRRE

Gullhaugen kiosk & guesthouse St.Olavsgt. 83, 9406 Harstad Tel: +47 77 06 64 66 • www.gullhaugenkp.no • gullhaugenpensjonat@gmail.com We offer convenience store goods, betting and reasonably-priced accommodation in single and double rooms. We have an excellent location, just 1 km and approximately 10 minutes’ walk from Harstad town centre, next to Harstad hospital and Heggen secondary school. “Folkeparken”, with Harstad’s hiking and jogging trails, is not far away.

Tovik • Tel: +47 77 08 78 51 Mob: +47 905 92 574 post@vilgesvarre.no www.vilgesvarre.no Old Sami settlement in beautiful surroundings, vacated in the 1950s and later restored. Accommodation in lavvo (Sami tent) and turf hut. Booking in advance, open all year round.

Price Under 500 kr/day

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Over 1000 kr/day

Facilityies

Restaurant

Fishing gear for hire Rowboats for hire Allergy-free rooms Bar

Handicap-friendly Bikes for hire

Café

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Child-friendly

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HARSTAD TOURIST OFFICE sells original souvenirs like trolls, T-shirts, books, postcards and handmade items.

KONTAKT OSS HOS: // AVIS Harstad Storgata 25 Tlf: 77 06 19 45 // eller AVIS/Budget Harstad/Narvik Lufthavn Evenes Tlf: 76 98 21 33

Vi selger billetter til Hurtigruten • Wir verkaufen Tickets für Hurtigruten We sell tickets for Hurtigruten • Nous vendons des billets pour Hurtigruten Destination Harstad • Sjøgata 1 B-3 • Tlf. (+47) 77 01 89 89 Åpningstider : Mandag-fredag 08.00-15.30 (Sommer: Daglig 10-18) post@destinationharstad.no • www.destinationharstad.no

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Eateries GRÜNDER Fjordgata 2, Harstad • www.nordic.no Tlf: + 47 77 00 32 80 Mob: + 47 90 13 88 84 Fax: + 47 770 03201 Harstads newest and trendiest bar and diner with an innovative and creative concept combined with excellent service.

We have an exciting lunch and dinner menu and a party atmosphere in the evenings. We recommend you try one of our refreshing cocktails.

Grunder is known for its interior design and unique atmosphere.

Come and try one of our excellent 3 course dinners!

We will gladly tailor any event to your requirements!

HOELSTUEN Rikard Kaarbøs Plass 4, Harstad Tlf: + 47 770 65500 www.hoelstuen.com post@hoelstuen.no Well-earned culinary joy.

Considered one of northern Norway’s best restaurants. Known for its exciting and tasty food prepared using the very best of local produce. A taste of North Norwegian hospitality at its best. Situated in Gamle Hoelgården in the town centre market square. A place in which you will find peace and harmony.

TJELDSUNDBRUA KRO & HOTELL Tjeldsundbrua, Evenskjer Tel: + 47 77 08 93 00 post@tkh.no www.tkh.no With a lovely view over beautiful Tjeldsund and the venerable Tjeldsund bridge, we are pleased to be able to serve a variety of dishes from our quality-conscious kitchen. Our roadside inn is licensed and popular with individuals and groups alike.

Catering We also have a comprehensive catering menu with food for all occasions – great party food!

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RØKENES FARM AND GUESTHOUSE Harstad • Tel.: +47 77 05 84 44 Fax: +47 77 05 84 40 post@roekenesgaard.no www.roekenesgaard.no Røkenes Farm is a true pearl of nature in the north. Majestic landscapes, a beautiful old house with a homely atmosphere, unbelievably hospitable hosts and a professional kitchen with the tastiest homemade food. ‘‘Little wonder that one always wants to come back!’’ – Ingrid Espelid Høvig. An undisturbed environment with today’s pressures kept at arm’s length, providing the perfect atmosphere for any event. A beautiful setting for lunch, dinner, meetings, weddings or other events, either in the main house dating from 1750, or in the barn dating from 1899. Exclusivity and quality are keywords when one thinks of Røkenes Farm and Guesthouse.

TRONDENES HISTORICAL CENTRE, café a part of Sør-Troms Museum.

Tel: +47 77 01 83 80 booking@stmu.no www.stmu.no Welcome to our café. Enjoy a cup of freshly brewed coffee and home-made cakes in a historical environment while you enjoy the panoramic view over Vågsfjord. Outside our usual opening hours, our premises can also be booked for groups. We recommend that you combine dining with a guided tour of our exhibition.

• Summer season: 17.06 – 18.08, open every day 11.00-17.00 • Off season: Open Sundays 11.00-16.00

Valhall Krøttøy • Tlf: + 47 770 90000 Fax: + 47 770 90001 www.valhall.no post@valhall.no Restaurant seating 25-30 with a friendly atmosphere. Locally-sourced food and seafood is served here. We can mention our delicious fish soup made with fresh ingredients or our leg of lamb from an old breed of sheep – villsau. We also use seasonal fruits and berries.

We are fully licensed. Valhall is fully licensed, so you can enjoy a café avec after a good meal.

HARSTAD VILLMARKSENTER

VILGESVÀRRE

Heggenkollen, Harstad Tel: +47 77 07 06 44 Mob: +47 97 97 75 11 heggenkollen@harstadvillmarksenter.no www.harstadjff.no

Tovik • Mob: + 47 905 92574 post@vilgesvarre.no www.vilgesvârre.no

Our food is based on local produce and we avoid the use of pre-prepared products. We accept orders for a large variety of dishes from a simple dinner to a 3 course meal or buffet. Food can be served in any of our buildings: Turf hut seats 15-20 . Lavvo (Sami tent) seats 70-80. Banquet hall seats 80-90.

Traditional Sami food served in scenic surroundings. Home-made and delivered by local suppliers. Venison, traditional Sami cakes, etc. Advance booking all year round. Open days with activities and catering are arranged regularly!

Egon Restaurant

SANDTORGHOLMEN HOTEL

Sjøgata 11, Harstad.

• Tlf: 77 00 08 50 • Harstad@egon.no • www.egon.no

Sandtorg • Tel: + 47 770 28000 Fax: + 47 770 28001 sandtorg@sandtorgholmen.no www.sandtorgholmen.no

Cosy atmosphere, excellent service and scrumptious food – that’s our recipe for your well-being. We have therefore developed a concept – call it our philosophy – that honours this recipe every day. Egon restaurant is the city’s most popular restaurant with 90 delicious dishes on the menu. A wide range of choice whatever the occasion. Menus available in “all” languages.

Our pier restaurant can seat 100 people. We serve home-made food with an emphasis on north Norwegian culinary traditions and culture. You can enjoy a wonderful meal on the pier with the sound of the waves beneath you.

TORBJØRN’S CATERING

GRØAVÆR BRYGGE AS

Fruhallarn 1, Harstad Tel: + 47 770 71220 Fax: + 47 770 71266 post@torbjorns-catering.com www.torbjorns-catering.com

Grøtavær • Tel: + 47 77 06 05 70 Fax: + 47 77 06 56 99 brygga@grotavaer.no www.grotavaer.no

Experienced catering company, catering for small groups or large crowds at big events. We have been taking care of the culinary requirements of weddings, confirmations and other events for many years. We also deliver lunches and ‘overtime’ food to businesses on a daily basis.

Corporate events, weddings, confirmations, family gatherings and excursions for local organisations. Events tailored to your needs.

Small or large groups. The pier loft seats 250, the main building 70.

MING RESTAURANT Rikard Kaarbøsgate 18, Harstad Tel: +47 77 06 24 00 www.kinarestaurant.no The town’s very own Chinese restaurant for over 20 years! Exciting, tasty food.

Eat in, take away, or book home delivery with Pizza-Kinaexpressen Harstad www. piki.no +47 46 98 40 70

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Activities

A good time is guaranteed!

- Grottebadet

Harstad GROTTEBADET Harstad, Tel: + 47 77 04 17 70 www.grottebadet.no – post@grottebadet.no Scandinavia’s greatest waterpark is located inside a mountain in Harstad town centre! A spectacular adventure with tropical weather all year round. Among grottos and waterfalls young guests will find water slides, water cannons and wave pools. There are diving towers and sports pools for training and exercise or therapy pools and jacuzzis if you simply want to relax. The Arctic Training Studio is also located here. In other words we cater for all needs, and a good time is guaranteed!

AKTIV EVENTS – A DIFFERENT EXPERIENCE Harstad, Tel: +47 90 07 46 66/ +47 45 13 83 68 (451 EVENT) www.aktivevents.no - post@aktivevents.no Aktiv Events supplies adventures! In cooperation with our business partners we can supply the complete experience with transport, catering, activities and challenges.

Accommodation, music and entertainment.

We offer paint ball, archery, axe throwing, sumo wrestling, gladiator fights, fishing trips by boat, hire of boats and lavvo, bicycles or ATVs, abseiling down mountainsides or buildings. Caving with abseiling in one of Europe’s largest caves. ATV/quad bike driving and snow scooters. Fun Car (car with back to front steering), everything within water sports, and many fun team building challenges such as cross country skiing relays, wheelbarrow relays, labyrinth games, Da Vinci

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bridge building, etc.

Bouncy castle packages. Possibly the largest supplier of bouncy castle activities in northern Norway. Castles, slides. Fun ballz, Bumperz (five a side football with huge balls for protection). Activities for fairs, festivals, jubilees and other events where you would like to provide activities for visitors.

We arrange birthday parties for young and old and outdoor camps for schools or other groups who would like to be outdoors and experience something different. We have several large lavvoes (Sami tents) complete with tables, benches and reindeer hides, for several hundred people. In cooperation with partners that include Harstad Race Track, Heggenkollen, Solli mountain and B&B Touring, we are able to offer really exciting arenas for our activities combined with catering, music and entertainment.

All our activities are mobile. Most of them can be arranged in our Fun Park Hall in Harstad.

”ANNA ROGDE” – a part of Sør-Troms Museum Tel. Main office: +47 77 01 83 80 Shipping office: +47 92 01 88 48 www.stmu.no - booking@stmu.no This beautiful schooner from 1868 takes us out to sea while we stand shoulder to shoulder raising the sails. We soon have 10 white sheets waving above our heads. The creaking of the masts and wooden hull mixes with the blowing of the wind while we plough through the waves. Below deck in the galley the smell of home-made food tickles our noses. Welcome to an unforgettable voyage!

Tempted to take a round trip on Vågsfjord, a northern lights safari or Ski and Sail? Contact us!

VERTSHUSET NORDLÆNDINGEN Strandgata 30, Harstad Tel. +47 77 06 61 00 kenneth.hammer@mac.com www.nordlaendingen.no The town’s best live music venue! Organiser of the Northern Norwegian Beer Festival 9-10 August 2013. Visit us on Facebook: ”Vertshuset Nordlændingen”, for information about other events and to find out who’s performing! Quiz every Tuesday. Karaoke every Wednesday. Jam every Thursday. Live music every weekend. Closed Sundays and Mondays.

HARSTAD VILLMARKSENTER Harstad, Tel: +47 77 07 06 44/ +47 97 97 75 11 • www.harstadjff.no heggenkollen@harstadvillmarksenter.no We can offer various activities. Harstad wilderness centre offers packages including activities and catering in a Sami tent, turf hut or banquet hall. The many exciting activities on offer include axe throwing, shooting simulator (hunting), clay pigeon shooting, archery, air rifle shooting, hunting camps and fishing camps. Contact us for more information!

ROUND TRIP AMONGST ARCTIC COASTAL NATURE Experience a boat trip in Vågsfjords archipelago!

The trip lasts 2 hours. The MS Stjernøy express boat takes you from Harstad to the islands just outside the town. It stops at Kjøtta, Sandsøy, Bjarkøy, Krøttøy and Senja. During the summer, the boat goes through the Sundvoll strait, where the main attraction is a bird cliff with almost 10,000 nesting birds. Tickets can be bought at the tourist office or onboard the boat. Sailing times available at the tourist office.

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B&B TOURING

FESTIVAL OF NORTH NORWAY

Harstad, tel. +47 91 59 06 75 bjo-broe@online.no

Harstad, Tel: +47 95 48 67 78 post@bbtouring.no - www.bbtouring.no

22-29 June 2013 Harstad, tel. 77 04 12 30 - www.festspillnn. no - post@festspillnn.no

We have 4 boats based in Harstad that you can hire when you desire a day at sea with Harstad as your starting point.

The M/Y Lucky Lady is a 63ft yacht for 12 passengers. The boat is very comfortable with lots of space above and below deck. There is plenty of space and equipment for cooking and dining. In the saloon there is TV/Radio and internet. There are 2 sleeping cabins with separate bathroom and toilet. Underfloor heating on all floors. Perfect for trips around Hinnøya and the Lofoten area. The boat can be hired for tailor made trips from a few hours to a week or two.

The M/Y Blasius is a 52ft catamaran that can take up to 22 passengers. The boat can be hired for transportation work in the vicinity and/or for fishing trips.

The M/K Harald is a 52ft fishing boat of the older variety. Up to 12 passengers can come aboard this real fishing boat from 1914.

The hold has been made into a lounge, but otherwise the boat has been maintained as a fishing boat. The M/K Harald is a protected vessel. We take regular trips with tourists who would like to fish and other trips as required.

The M/B Veslemøy is 36ft and takes up to 12 passengers. The boat is suitable for the transportation of smaller groups in the surrounding area. There are several beautiful islands and tourist attractions around Vågsfjord, and the M/B Veslemøy can be hired for a shorter or longer period of time.

Båt – og Motorservice collaborates with B&B Touring, Aktiv Events, Røkenes Farm and Harstad Villmarksenter. We can help with suggestions for various activities.

2 Ring Powercraft RIB boats. 500 Hp per boat giving a speed of up to 55 knots. Capacity for 12 passengers per boat. With these boats we can transport our guests quickly and safely to our archipelago. We offer sightseeing with a focus on northern Norwegian coastal culture, history and maritime wildlife. Eagles, seals and whales can often be seen during our trips.

From our house at Sundvollsundet on Bjarkøy you can admire the teeming birdlife on the bird cliff while enjoying pleasant company with good food and drink.

During the summer we can offer groups a full day’s whale safari trip from Harstad to the whale grounds outside Andenes. We also have other full day trips available to Tromsø, Lofoten, Vesterålen or around Hinnøya, for example. If desired we can also tailor packages for various events, either by ourselves or in collaboration with others.

Anyone in normal physical shape can take part. This is an experience you’ll never forget!

TOTONOR, HARSTAD RACE TRACK Tel. +47 77 07 25 00 – firmapost.totonor@ rikstoto.no – www.harstadtravpark.no The world’s northernmost race track with totalisator board situated in beautiful surroundings approx. 5km from the town centre. Exciting races with V5 bets for great winnings. Adventure days for associations, organisations, businesses and private persons are also arranged. Many people come here to have an eventful and motivating day!

See our website or call us for more information about current events.

Enjoy the festival of North Norway – an international cultural event of the highest quality – and choose from 150 events within music, theatre, dance, performance art, the visual arts and much more. Experience top national and international artists. We also have cultural workshops and performances for children and young people from 0-20 years of age.

HARSTAD CONCERT HALL Tel: +47 77 02 81 00 post@harstadkulturhus.no www.harstadkulturhus.no See our website for up-to-date programme.

Welcome to one of the largest concert halls in this part of the country, where you can choose from more than 150 large and small events each year. Over 40,000 visitors make their way to Harstad Concert Hall each year to enjoy performances by national and international stars or local artists. Here, you can enjoy everything from chamber music, opera and ballads to theatre, rock concerts and comedy shows. The concert hall offers a wide range of high quality entertainment experiences. In addition to the professional artists, Harstad Concert Hall is also a very important arena for many of the town’s amateurs of all ages. The great hall can seat 1,000 and has a large, modern stage that can accommodate a symphony orchestra, operas and other large events. The smaller hall is suitable for more intimate performances and can be set up as a café or amphitheatre for 165 people. Harstad Concert Hall is the main arena for northern Norway’s festival of culture.

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GAMNES GÅRD

RØKENES FARM AND GUESTHOUSE

Bjarkøy

Tel: +47 90 50 86 60 - gamnesgard@gmail. com - www.gamnesgard.blogspot.com

Harstad, Tel: +47 77 05 84 44 www.roekenesgaard.no – rgaard@online.no

VALHALL – A SEA OF ADVENTURES!

We are currently developing Gamnes Farm and equestrian centre into a wonderful place to visit. Please do not hesitate to contact us for a pleasant experience with options to go riding, harness racing (all levels with riding and racing instructors) or fishing with the MS Varodden, or to simply have a cup of coffee and a look around (open farm). We offer riding courses, riding camps, horse/stable rental, and events for groups in the boathouse from 5 to 150 persons. We are open all year round, every day from 09.00-21.00. Let us know if you will be coming alone or with your family or friends.

Old trading post and guesthouse dating back to the 16th century. The property has been in the same family for 10 generations, since 1673. The gallery in the former barn is the setting for an exhibition by the Harr siblings. Sale of crafts from local producers at Låvebrua. There is a 9 hole golf course on the property. Welcome!

HARSTAD TREKKING ASSOCIATION www.harstad-turlag.no - post@harstadturlag.no The association regularly arranges day and weekend walks and various events suitable for families and young people, in both summer and winter, throughout the year. See advertisements in Harstad Tidende. The association’s unmanned cabins on Hinnøya and the mainland are rented to the public.

The association’s headquarters, Turlaghuset in Folkeparken, is hired out for various events. See our website for further information or contact Harstad tourist office.

GRØTAVÆR WHARF Grøtavær, Tel: +47 77 06 05 70 www.grotavaer.no, brygga@grotavar.no Grøtavær Wharf offers many different holiday adventures at sea and in the mountains.

Our offers include hire of 50ft boat with skipper and good fishing facilities (certified for 28 people), preparation/freezing of fish in a vacated fishing reception plant, boats with outboard motors, canoes, kayaks and rowing boats. Barbecues, open fires, accommodation in an island lavvo camp, nature trail, guided mountain hikes, large events in the pier loft seating 250 people, self-catering accommodation or full board for groups. Abseiling/ climbing on a 10m climbing wall.

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SOLLIFJELLET ALPINE CENTRE Tel: +47 77 07 78 33 - www.sollifjellet.no solalpin@online.no Situated 7km west of Harstad. Open from November to May. Slalom: 2 slopes/lift. Snowboard: 1 half pipe.

Snowboard and twin tip skiing with 2 big jumps, humps and rails.

GOLF www.harstadgolfklubb.no - har-gol@online.no Harstad Golfklubb, PO Box 5447, 9496 Harstad.

9 hole course set in a park and forest landscape, par 68. Harstad golf club offers magnificent experiences in northern Norway’s nature, guaranteed to impress even the most discerning golfers. The light summer nights mean you can play golf around the clock.

These unique qualities, combined with a challenging and entertaining course layout, makes Harstad golf course the place for memorable experiences!

HARSTAD CINEMA Tel.+47 77 00 16 00 (ticket office) post@harstadkulturhus.no - www.harstadkino.no Tickets can also be purchased from our website or from the ticket machines in the foyer.

Harstad cinema shows films every day and has a wide choice with weekly premieres and films to suit most tastes. In cooperation with Harstad Sparebank we have our own summer screenings in July and August (see website for info and programme). Our theatres can seat 400 or 75. Harstad cinema went digital in the spring of 2010 and can now offer films in 3D. An up-to-date programme and information can be found on our website.

Krøttøy, Tel. +47 770 90000 , fax +47 770 90001 www.valhall.no post@valhall.no From the top of the island there is a panoramic view of the archipelago, where you can experience the midnight sun and the northern lights without interfering lights – that’s why the island is known as Nordlysøya – the island of the northern lights! Valhall offers excellent nature safaris by boat, which visit the island where magnificent white-tailed eagles nest and hunt their prey.

We offer whale safaris during the winter, where large pods of humpback and killer whales hunt shoals of herring right into the shallows. This is an amazing sight, where we get close to these incredible animals. Another exciting trip is our photo safari, where we visit a local family of seals. They are very curious and will often swim right up to the boat. These island tours are true adventures, because you never know what will happen.

Sometimes there are birds catching fish, other times we may catch a glimpse of an otter that has caught a fish and is hurrying to eat the catch before it is stolen away by a white-tailed eagle.

At Valhall you can also hire a bike and cycle between the islands, or find your own special beach and dream yourself away from a busy day. We offer deep sea rafting with RIBs with capacity for 12 persons, and can tailor packages for groups and businesses.

Skånland VILGESVÀRRE Tovik, Tel: + 47 90 59 25 74 www.vilgesvarre.no – post@vilgesvarre.no Cultural heritage: Restored Sami settlement in extremely beautiful surroundings, abandoned at the end of the 1950s and restored.

Accommodation in Sami tent. Sami food.

Activities such as freshwater fishing, canoeing, archery, lassoing, nature trails, berry and mushroom picking, exploring caves and an old sacrificial site. Open all year round.

Tours (also for groups) on request.

M/K ”FOLKVANG” Grovfjord, Tel. +47 95 04 56 11 www.mkfolkevang.no Astafjord Kystlag is preserving local coastal culture with a special emphasis on the boat builder Nils Skandfer from Skånland. They have restored the beautiful 55ft cutter from 1911 to its original state. The boat may be seen from its regular pier at ‘Huset i Havet’ in Grovfjord. Sailing trips on request.

MS NAVAR`N Skånland, Tel: +47 90 03 36 79 www.skanlandkystlag.no 67ft former fishing boat from 1968. Maximum 12 passengers. Fjord cruises, accommodation on-board.

ICE BATHING www.skanland.kommune.no Visit the unique beach at Evenskjer and go swimming all year round! A tradition has evolved to celebrate ice swimming on a specific day of the year. This year’s celebration will take place on Saturday 7th December – the 7th time the event has been arranged!

Breaking records will be attempted, prizes awarded and food served at Skånland Ungdomshus.

Tjeldsund KONGSVIK VALLEY Lush and beautiful valley on Hinnøya, surrounded by mountains and summits. From Kongsvik the road stretches 6km into the valley where evidence of times gone by abounds, with evidence of settlements, farms, reindeer farming, cafés and social meeting places of varying kinds. The Rødrap troll family live under the shadow of the Rødrapan mountain. The lush landscape has a great variety of plant types. Reindeer and sheep are farmed in the area. The Kongsvik valley and the surrounding areas offer a wealth of opportunities for memorable outdoor experiences. A trail travels from Sætran in the Kongsvik valley up to Kvanto, where it meets Harstad Trekking Associations’ trail from Storvann.

HOLOFOTENGUIDES Tel: +47 41 20 42 10 holofoten@gmail.com Holofotenguides offer grotto visits and guided tours to various peaks throughout the year.

Tours are carried out across the entire region.

Holofotenguides have been guiding in some of Norway’s best grottos for over 10 years.

The grottos are located not far from Evenes airport. Holofotenguides have guided various journalists who have written about the grottos

in a range of media, including the magazine Vi Menn. NRK has also made a documentary about the grottos. Trollkjerka: The grottos we guide most are Trollkjerka and Resshelleran.

The former is spectacular with waterfalls, huge open spaces and tight passages. This grotto is one of Norway’s longest and it is quite possible to get lost. With Holofotenguides you can be sure of being guided safely through the grottos. This is an exciting experience you will never forget! Here you can wander through areas known as the Oracle, the Church hall, the Sacristy and the Ogress’s ceiling. You will get to hear about, and perhaps try, the “ball breaking passage”, see stalactites and stalagmites and other natural works of art in the grotto. Resshellaren: Resshellaren is considerably smaller but can offer equally exciting experiences. It is possible to stand upright in this grotto almost all the way through, so it is suitable for everyone, in both small and larger groups. Resshellaren is open all year round, regardless of the weather. In the winter we use snow shoes to reach the entrance. This is an experience in itself – nobody forgets a snowshoeing trip under the starry sky while the northern lights dance overhead. Both grottos are about a 15-25 minute walk from the road.

Holofotenguides supply the necessary equipment; helmets, thermal suits, head torches and other technical safety equipment.

Season: All year round. Price: On request Duration: Resshellaren approx. 2 hours, Trollkjerka 2-4 hours. Follow us on Facebook!

NUPEN Nupen, bordering on the borough of Harstad, is a popular place known for its view over Andfjord and the midnight sun during the season (20th May – 20th July). The area has been awarded the title ‘‘Norway’s most romantic place’’ by a well-known travel magazine. The area is also in use outside the summer season and is well worth a visit even when the weather is not at its best. During the winter there is no light pollution for those who would like an uninterrupted view of the northern lights or the starry sky.

OLAÅSEN FARM Kvæfjord Tel: +47 41 50 38 55 www.olaasen.no - post@olaasen.no We offer many different activities involving the farm’s animals and facilities. The lavvo is our base, and seats up to 50 people. We can take you riding in the mountains in summer, on sledging trips or skiing trips using horses in the winter, northern lights watching, along with a wide range of activities and group competitions. Food and drink can be included in the price if desired. Accommodation available on request. Welcome to our farm!

Kvæfjord DEER FARM in Gullesfjord Tel: +47 97 17 94 32 The farm is situated in the village of Våtvoll.

Around 40 animals graze in the enclosure.

They are inquisitive and easy to get good photographs of. Visits by appointment.

RÅ SECONDARY SCHOOL Established in 1957 to offer schooling in horticulture and gardening. Today the school has the following subjects on offer: organic gardening, restaurant management and cooking, health and social sciences subjects and sports. During the summer the school opens its doors to guests wanting to see the demonstration beds for plants adapted to the north Norwegian climate. Group tours and food by appointment on tel. +47 77 78 94 00.

Mon – Fri 08.00-15.00

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TURLAGSHUSET i Folkeparken

Velkommen til et besøk på

(tidl. Speiderhuset)

Gården har familiehistorie helt tilbake til 1673.

Dagens vertsskap er 10. generasjon. Karl Erik Harr preger veggene i Hovedhuset og Galleriet med sin kunst

Vi leier ut lokaler til Møter og kurs Private ulike arrangement.

Barneselskap i litt “røffe” lokaler Rimelig overnatting - 2 stk 4 sengs rom Bestilling/info.

E-mail: post@harstad-turlag.no eller tlf. 974 31 806 Harstad Turlag. Postboks 227, 9483 Harstad www.harstad-turlag.no

Åpent i hele juni for overnatting

Sommeråpent

1. juni - 20. august Man-lør kl 11.00-21.00 Søndag kl 11.00-18.00

Vårt kjøkken

Vi baserer våre menyer på nord-norske råvarer og sesong.

Åpent september - mai: på bestilling. Søndagsåpent hele året.

Grupper - Aktiviteter - Kurs/Møte

Vi tar imot grupper, og for de som ønsker det lille ekstra samarbeider vi med f.eks. «Anna Rogde», B&B Touring og Aktiv Events. I samarbeid med byens hoteller har vi ferdigsydde pakker for de som trenger overnatting.

Utstilling og salg av husflid

På den gamle ”låvebrua” har vi utstilling og salg av husflid- og bruksting. rgaard@online.no • tlf 77 05 84 44 • www.roekenesgaard.no

BUSS REISER AS

Når kvalitet og service settes i høysetet!

Kontakt info: post@trofo.no Tlf. 77 04 00 77

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Musikk Teater Digital media Design & fashion Barne- og ungdomsarbeid

Turbusser - Minibusser - Taxi kontakt info

Buss: 901 93 690 Taxi: 900 93 508 Vakt: 900 93 508 evensas@online.no www.bussreiser.no

MEET THE WOLVES Wild meeting with wolves - up close and personal -

Apotek1 • Asiatisk Matsenter • BlomsterGalleriet • b.young • Cubus Dolly Dimple's • Dressmann • EuroSko • Ferdinand Men’s Fashion Harstad Zoo • Huden Din • ICA Supermarked • Intersport • Jack & Jones Kanebogen Gull & Ur • Kanebogen Postkontor • Kremmerhuset Lindex • Mon Ami • Mølla Kafé • Name It • Nikita Hair • Nille Notabene • Parfymelle • Princess • Senterkroa • Stormberg Stor og Liten • Sunkost Kanebogen • Synsam Kanebogen QQ Kinarestaurant • Tornerose • Ultimo Outdoor • Vero Moda VIC Harstad • VITA Kanebogen • ØkonomiSko

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SHOPPING Utvalget hos AMFI Kanebogen i Harstad gjør handleturen til en opplevelse!

As an unique experience you can meet wolves inside the enclosure!

Apotek1 • Asiatisk Matsenter BlomsterGalleriet • b.young • Cubus Dolly Dimple’s • Dressmann • EuroSko Ferdinand Men’s Fashion • Harstad Zoo • Huden Din ICA Supermarked • Intersport • Jack & Jones Kanebogen Gull & Ur • Kremmerhuset • Lindex Mon Ami • Mølla Kafé • Name It • Nikita Hair • Nille Notabene Parfymelle • Princess • Senterkroa avekort• .no ttg di Stormberg • Stor og Liten • Sunkost Kanebogen dittgavekort.no Synsam KanebogenGavekortet • QQ Kinarestaurant får du kjøpt hos• Tornerose di o ttg n b.young og Notabene vekort.

Ultimo aOutdoor • Vero Moda • VIC Harstad VITA Kanebogen • ØkonomiSko

Price: 815,- per person for 1 hour

Meet the mysthical animals and unravel the actual truth about the wolves together with us at wolf camp.

You have to be 15 years old, in good shape and follow the instructions to meet the wolves.

Salangsdalen 9360 Bardu Phone: +47 77 18 66 30 polarzoo@online.no

Kan benyttes i over 4500 butikker på 80 kjøpesentre og på 50 hoteller

AMFI KANEBOGEN – ÅPENT man-fre 10-20 • lør 10-16 • amfi.no

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Amfi KAnebogen – ÅPenT man-fre 10-20 • lør 10-16 • amfi.no • 550 p-plasser med gratis parkering

Har du lyst til å utforske sjølivet? Vi har turen som passer deg! Enten du ønsker å prøve fiskelykken eller nyte synet av nordnorsk natur på fotosafari.

Vi tilbyr alt fra korte dagsturer til lengre opphold inkl. overnatting. Ta kontakt!

NORBREEZ

Blasius En 47 fot catamar som går med 20 kn.

Kjøre turer rundt øyene i Vågsfjordbassenget til ulike arrangement herunder Nordlyssafari.

Lucky Lady En 62 fots Yaks for mer eksklusive turer.

Båten har 3 doble lugarer.

Harald En 50 fot eldre fiskebåt som i hovedsak går med sportsfiskere.

Norbreez 44 fots havseiler med 4 doble lugarer.

For seilturer og opplevelser fotosafari.

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BLASIUS

HARALD

Mer info på www.barents-sail.no // Kontakt: tlf +47 915 90 675/bjo-broe@online.no

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Attractions/Places of interest

The worlds northernmost stone church from the late Middle Ages Trondenes church

Harstad HITLER’S ATLANTIC WALL Tel: +47 77 01 89 89 • www.destinationharstad.no www.nasjonalefestningsverk.no Guided tours every day at 11.00, 13.30 and 15.00 from 17th June – 18th August and daily at 12.00 from 19th – 31st August. One of the largest land-based guns in the world, built by the German military during WWII. It is the only completely restored fortification in the world. Please note: Visitors must arrange their own transport for the tour. It is 1km from the gate to the gun, so transport is necessary. Groups must book in advance. Off season guided tours are available on request.

TRONDENES CHURCH Tel: +47 77 01 89 89 • www.destinationharstad.no post@destinationharstad.no The worlds northernmost stone church from the late Middle Ages (around the year 1200).

The church is situated in scenic surroundings and boasts many artistic treasures and a beautiful interior. Open church: See www. kiha.no and www.destinationharstad.no.

Guided tours all year round upon request.

Trondenes Historical Centre – a part of Sør-Troms Museum Tel: +47 77 01 83 80 www.stmu.no - booking@stmu.no The Trondenes Historical Centre is situated in idyllic historical surroundings on the Trondenes peninsula, 3km outside the town centre. The exhibition gives you an insight into the history of the Harstad region from

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the early Stone Age until today, with an emphasis on the Viking and the Medieval Ages. The historical exhibitions are enhanced through the use of a multimedia show, lights, sounds and smells. Audio guides available in Norwegian, English, German, French and Russian. Let our gift shop, café and patio with fantastic views tempt you. The museum also features several temporary exhibitions and holds other events throughout the year.

See www.stmu.no for details.

• Summer season: 17.06 – 18.08, open every day 10.00-16.00 • Winter season: 19.08 – 16.06, open Mon-Fri 10.00-14.00. Sundays 11.00-16.00 • Closed on public holidays

Heritage Trail at Trondenes Take a walk in the cultural landscape at Trondenes along a marked trail through lush, green countryside teeming with birds, past Asbjørn’s 2 turf-roofed boathouses, several burial mounds and a 2,000 year old farm mound.

More recent and painful history has also left its mark with the German camp, Russian P.O.W camp and Finnmark camp. The path has been signposted in Norwegian, German and English.

Contact the museum for guiding if required.

GALLERY NORDNORGE Harstad • Tel: +47 41 68 62 55 gallerinn@gallerinn.no - www.gallerinn.no Information about exhibitions and opening hours can be found on our website. Gallery NordNorge is an arena for a wide spectrum of artistic expressions and promotes both local, national and international artists. The Northern Norway Festival of Culture has an annual exhibition here and the gallery is also used for concerts and other events during the festival and at other times during the year. Gallery

NordNorge is here for everyone and entry is free. Voluntary contributions are welcome.

Harstad shipyard history Samasjøveien 16, 9404 Harstad.

Tel: +47 99 47 30 18 Experience the history of the engineering industry in Harstad! Here you will find Harstad’s shipyard history documented through images, artifacts and tools from the area, collected and displayed by retired employees of the town’s shipyards. In 1895 Rikard Kaarbø built a boatyard to serve the steamboat traffic in Northern Norway. Even though ship repairs and maintenance were the main focus, the shipyards produced everything from ships to winches, lanterns, snow ploughs, bus bodies, steam engines, steam boilers and tank farms. The exhibition provides a good insight into the work that was carried out, and the people behind it. The premises are equipped for persons with physical disabilities. Open daily during the North Norwegian Festival of Culture, and throughout the year by appointment.

Destination Harstad tel: +47 77 01 89 89 www.destinationharstad.no post@destinationharstad.no

Skjærstad Herring Oil factory – a part of Sør-Troms Museum Skjærstad, Harstad • Tel: +47 77 01 83 80 www.stmu.no - booking@stmu.no The factory was opened in 1922 and was operational for 6 years. Since then it has remained in its original state. The factory’s working season lasted from September until Christmas, and the factory was the result of the biggest and most important industry at the time – herring fishing. Open by appointment.

Photo: Petter Olaussen

Grytøy Bygdetun – a part of Sør-Troms Museum

Sandtorg Bygdetun – a part of Sør-Troms Museum

Lundenes, Grytøy • Tel: +47 77 01 83 80 www.stmu.no - booking@stmu.no

Sørvik, Harstad Tel: +47 77 01 83 80 www.stmu.no - booking@stmu.no Museum consisting of 7 buildings close to the main road in Sørvik. Ursinstua from 1789 contains household articles, furniture, textiles and clothes depicting the way of life for all farmers/fishermen in the north of Norway many years ago. The forge, stables and sheriff’s jail contain a rich selection of tools from years past. Open by appointment.

With its 6 buildings and more than 3,000 registered artefacts, Grytøy Bygdetun is one of the finest museums in North Norway. Barn with traditional agricultural tools and machinery, boats, fishing nets and equipment, as well as a fishing hut. Gain an insight into a coastal culture that is now disappearing. Open during the summer on Saturdays from the middle of June to the middle of August. Open during the rest of the year by appointment.

Harstad Church Tel: + 47 77 01 89 89 www.destinationharstad.no post@destinationharstad.no Harstad was separated from Trondenes as a parish on 1 July 1954. Four years later on 3 August 1958, Harstad Church was inaugurated. The architect was Jan Inge Hovig, who later designed the cathedral in Tromsø.

The church is situated on historical grounds in the middle of town. An administration building had been built here in 1650 by Sheriff Jens Hind. It is one of the first ‘‘working churches’’ to have been built in this country, as in addition to the church hall it also has a congregation hall, church lounge and kitchen used for various activities by the congregation. The church is situated on one of the town’s most beautiful sites. It is low and in harmony with its surroundings. “It is built like an arrow pointing to the sky”, wrote the architect Jan Inge Hovig. Guided tours all year round upon request.

Sandtorgholmen Hotel Tel: +47 77 02 80 00 www.sandtorgholmen.no A collection of buildings dating back to over 250 years ago! As the only historical hotel in the county of Troms, we have 23 rooms sleeping 56, a pier restaurant, conference rooms and a wine cellar dating from 1752. Harbour with docks. Traditional farm storehouse converted into bridal suite. Camping, mooring for boats, and excellent fishing grounds with boat hire. Activities for the whole family in idyllic surroundings.

Røkenes Farm and Guesthouse Tel: +47 77 05 84 44 www.roekenesgaard.no - rgaard@online.no An old trading post and guesthouse dating back to the 16th century. The property has been in the same family for 10 generations, since 1673. The main house was protected during WWII. The farm site was also protected. Norwegian Cultural Heritage awarded the farm the Olavsrose award in 1997.

The gallery in the former barn is the venue for an exhibition by the Harr siblings. Sale

of crafts from local producers at Låvebrua. A beautiful setting for lunch, dinner, meetings, weddings and other events, either in the main house dating from 1750 or the converted cow shed from 1899. Accommodation in the 16th century farm storehouse. There is a 9 hole golf course on the property. Restaurant and café open daily during the summer from beginning of June until end of August.

Open Sundays throughout the year, otherwise by appointment. Welcome!

St. Sunniva Catholic Church Tel: +47 77 06 36 96 Wooden church from 1893.

Hans Egedes Minne A chapel at Elgsnes, approx. 30km from Harstad.

Harstad Villmarkssenter Tel. +47 77 07 06 44/ +47 97 97 75 11 heggenkollen@harstadvillmarksenter.no - www.harstadjff.no Harstad Villmarksenter is situated in the middle of a naturally beautiful area. From here we can arrange short or longer fishing trips or mountain hikes for the more adventurous. We have several good lookout points that are well worth a visit, from which you can look out over Harstad by day or night.

One of the largest collections of stuffed birds and animals in Europe, a legacy of the late Harald Westnes from Bjarkøy, will be completed in 2012. Over many years, Harald Westnes created a unique collection of animals and birds The collection consists of over 1,500 species. Harstad Wilderness Centre will care for this collection, and in 2012 it will be able to be seen by people from all over the world.

Further information at www.harstadjff.no.

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”Anna Rogde” – a part of Sør-Troms Museum

Hemmestad Wharf – a part of Sør-Troms Museum

Tel Hovedkontor: +47 77 01 83 80 Vakttelefon: +47 92 01 88 48 www.stmu.no - booking@stmu.no

Hemmestad, Kvæfjord • Tel: +47 77 01 83 80 www.stmu.no - booking@stmu.no An ochre pearl of nature by the sea, where time has stood still for almost 200 years.

History can be found everywhere here – at the country store, in the cod liver oil barrels and the Nordland boats basking in the sun upon the pebbles. The former trading post is now a museum where the old pier house remains intact alongside the country store, post office, store room and exhibitions. Let the maritime atmosphere, idyllic nature, exhibitions and local food served at the café tempt you.

• Summer season 25.06 – 18.08.

• Open by appointment all year round.

This beautiful schooner from 1868 takes us out to sea while we stand shoulder to shoulder raising the sails. We soon have 10 white sheets waving above our heads. The creaking of the masts and wooden hull mixes with the blowing of the wind while we plough through the waves. Below deck in the galley the smell of home-made food tickles our noses. Welcome to an unforgettable voyage! Tempted to take a round trip on Vågsfjord, a northern lights safari or Ski and Sail? Contact us!

Kvæfjord

The Kvæfjord cake www.kvaefjordkaka.no

Culture trail from Skallan to Rå – a part of Sør-Troms Museum Borkenes Tel: +47 77 01 83 80 www.stmu.no - booking@stmu.no Culture trail with evidence of animals and people dating back to the Iron Age. Farm sites and burial mounds. The trail is signposted.

Trastad Samlinger – a part of Sør-Troms Museum Oscars veg 6, 9475 Borkenes Tel : +47 77 01 83 80 www.stmu.no - booking@stmu.no Trastad Samlinger is a documentation centre and museum for the nationwide history and art of the mentally handicapped after the Second World War, and tells the unique story of how people deemed non-trainable were able to develop and express themselves through their art. The collection was produced at the former Nord-Norges Åndsvakehjem, and contains 26,000 items, in addition to a more recent collection of national and international art. Trastad Samlinger is the only gallery and museum in Norway incorporating “Outsider Art”.

• Summer season 22.06 – 11.08, Mon – Fri 10.00-16.00, Sat – Sun, 11.00-17.00.

• Open by appointment all year round.

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The cake is known as ‘‘The best in the world’’, and in September 2002 was elected to be Norway’s national cake at a nationwide election. On our website you will find more information about ‘‘Friends of Kvæfjord cake’’, as well as the recipe and some baking tips.

The Kvæfjord cake book can be purchased at Harstad Tourist Office. Ask for information about where you can try it!

Kvæfjord church Kirkevegen 2, 9475 Borkenes Tel: +47 77 02 21 50 Cruciform church built in 1867. Inaugurated 30 July 1867. Altarpiece and pulpit dating from the 1700s. Open all year round by appointment.

Nupen Nupen, bordering on the borough of Harstad, is a popular place known for its view over Andfjord and the midnight sun during the season (20th May – 20th July). The area has been awarded the title ‘‘Norway’s most romantic place’’ by a well-known travel magazine. The area is also in use outside the summer season and is well worth a visit even when the weather is not at its best. During the winter there is no light pollution for those who would like an uninterrupted view of the northern lights or the starry sky.

Kveøy www.kveoy.no The island is situated in the middle of Kvæfjord and was connected to Hinnøya in September 2010. Amongst other things there is a nature trail which runs along the backbone of the island, a farm museum and a collection of old farm artefacts as well as the ‘Kveøy days’, which attract a large audience. Our website features a good description of our heritage trail, which includes many interesting places to stop. From the top of the island you can view 7 fjords, and during the winter there are ski runs where you can experience spectacular skiing with the sea on all sides.

Deer farm in Gullesfjord Tel: +47 971 79 432 The farm is situated in the village of Våtvoll.

Around 40 animals graze in the enclosure.

They are inquisitive and easy to get good photographs of. Visits by appointment.

Bjarkøy Ole Ottesastua – a part of Sør-Troms Museum Øvergård, Bjarkøy Tel: +47 77 01 83 80 www.stmu.no - booking@stmu.no This typical North Norwegian building from around 1870 gives us a glimpse of the cramped conditions people used to live in until the 1960s. Up to 9 people lived here, and the largest room in the house was only used at Christmas. Stands on top of a very large farm site, and it is possible that this may have been the home of Tore Hund himself! Open all year round by appointment.

Culture trail at Bjarkøy The marked cultural trail passes through a landscape with many cultural monuments and a wealth of finds from the Iron and Viking Ages and up to the 1800s. The most famous are finds from the Chieftain’s seat and the Bjarkøy family, the most powerful family in Northern Norway during the Viking Age. Brochure with more information available at Krambua, the town hall, the library and Ole Otteststua.

Historic walks Tel: + 47 77 04 85 00 www.bjarkoy.kommune.no Walk through the history of Bjarkøy, along the oldest railway in Troms or on the paths between the bunkers and guns in the coastal battery from WWII. Contact Bjarkøy Council for further information.

Sandsøy Church The church was finished in 1888, built by local people after the cruciform church was moved to Bjarkøy. Open by appointment.

Bjarkøy Church Beautiful wooden cruciform church from approx. 1765. Originally built on Sandsøy, but moved in 1886. Open by appointment.

Tusenårsstedet Sommarro Sandsøy In the Middle Ages, this was the home of a Catholic priest. The buildings are gone now but the area has been partially reconstructed.

Sommarro lies adjacent to trails leading to Iron Age graves in Hallevika. Church services are conducted outdoors here during the summer and weddings can also be held in this beautiful place surrounded by birch woods, making it a pleasant and sheltered spot. From here you can follow the trail down to Hallevika, past Iron Age graves. Follow the path up the mountain to the highest point, Vetten.

There are binoculars here and you can listen to Sandsøy choir sing ‘‘øy i hav’’ while you enjoy the view around Vågsfjord. From here you can see all buildings on the island.

VALHALL Krøttøy • Tel: +47 77 09 00 00 Fax: +47 77 09 00 01 • post@valhall.no www.valhall.no Visit the world’s most modern coastal fort!

Meløyvær fort was a well-kept secret, which was strictly guarded during the Cold War. The fort is modern and was completed in 1988.

With its three 120mm Bofors cannons, it is now preserved as a national museum. In the ground beneath the cannons there are 6-7 floors that take you below sea level. Here there is a kitchen, canteen, offices, generator room, ammunition room and residential quarters. There is enough space here to support around 40 soldiers for several weeks without additional supplies. The fort was self-sufficient, with electricity and water, and rubber pads in order to absorb pressure waves and shaking in the event of bombing.

The fort had a special mission, and was therefore highly important in a defence context.

Valhall arranges guided tours of the fort, where you will learn about why the fort was

so important during the Cold War. You can also see the Norwegian military’s film from 1992, which shows how 400 soldiers took part in the largest military exercise to ever take place in Andfjord. A visit to the fort, after watching the film about how the fort would defend itself against enemy powers, provides a better understanding of the fort’s purpose.

Going inside the fort makes for an exciting trip, and it is also possible to visit the command post. Our guide can tell you many stories from the time when the fort was in operation.

M/K Folkvang Tel: +47 95 04 56 11 Astafjord Kystlag preserves local coastal culture with special emphasis on the boat builder Nils Skandfer from Skånland. They have restored the beautiful 55ft cutter from 1911 to its original state. The boat may be seen at its regular pier by ‘Hus i Havet’ in Grovfjord. Guided tours by appointment.

Huset i Havet

Skånland Skånland Church Tel: +47 77 08 95 37 Evenskjer. Large beautiful wooden church built in 1901. Architect: Carl J. Bergstrøm.

Open by appointment.

Helleren Power Station Museum – a part of Sør-Troms Museum Helleren, Skånland Sør-Troms Museum: +47 77 01 83 80 Hålogaland Kraft: +47 77 04 25 00 www.stmu.no - booking@stmu.no Helleren Power Station Museum is an important part of our industrial history, and was commissioned in 1958. The machinery, turbine and generator are from 1907 and 1905 respectively, with power of 1.8 and 2.83 MW. The machinery is unique and there is only one other such example in the country, which can be found in Notodden. The plant is low pressure and the dimensions are huge. Beside this plant is the new plant, which highlights the technical developments over the past 90 years. Open by appointment during office hours throughout the year.

Artscape Nordland Tel: +47 77 08 95 10/ +47 412 04 161 Sculpture ‘‘7 magiske punkter’’ (7 magic points). Beautiful and mystical circular iron sculpture, 7m in diameter and weighing 25 tonnes. Situated by the water’s edge in a beautiful setting about 5km north of the Tjeldsund bridge along the R825. Artist: Martti Aiha, Helsinki. Ample parking.

Tel: +47 997 03 959 The former Evenskjer school dating from 1921 has been moved to Grovfjord and restored by Astafjord KL and Grovfjord IL as a house of culture. It is very important to people as a local venue and preserver of history and culture.

Astafjord Church Modern, beautiful working church built in 1978 in stone and concrete. Architect: Harald Hille.

Tovik Church Tel: +47 77 08 95 37 Extremely beautiful wooden church from 1905 with fine ornamentation and many cultural treasures. Architect: N. Saxegaard.

Vilgesvàrre Tel: +47 905 92 574 post@vilgesvarre.no - www.vilgesvarre.no Restored Sami settlement in extremely beautiful surroundings, abandoned at the end of the 1950s and restored. Accomodation in Sami tent. Sami food. Activities such as freshwater fishing, canoeing, archery, lassoing, nature trails, berry and mushroom picking, exploring caves and an old sacrificial site.

Cultural activities. Winter activities. Packages can be tailored for courses/conferences, corporate events and other groups. Welcome to a unique experience with Sami culture and traditions! Open all year round.

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Tjeldsund Footprints to the North – Tjeldsund through the ages Hol , Tel: +47 76 91 91 00 www.tjeldsund.kommune.no Hovsveien is a more than 1,000 year old road, which passes through a rich cultural landscape with cultural monuments and finds from the Stone and Iron Ages. The old church road connects Ballstadstraumen to the church in Hol. The culture trail Hov – Hol is 2km long and starts at Tjeldsund church.

From the old farms, Hol and Hov, there is a wide view across Tjeldsundet. Road signs with historical information along the way.

The leaflet ‘Hovsveien – Tjeldsundet through the ages’ is available at the town hall in Hov.

Tjeldsund Church Hol • Tel: +47 76 91 91 40 Ofoten Kirkekontor Beautiful long church consecrated in 1901.

Baroque alterpiece from the 1700s. The organ dates back to 1861 and has been in the church since 1931. It is amongs Norway’s most valuable historical musical instruments.

Tjeldsund Museum Stokke • Tel: +47 76 93 76 44/+47 913 36 941 eller +47 76 91 91 00 www.tjeldsund.kommune.no Schoolhouse and teacher/parish clerk house from 1869. Exhibition of old domestic objects. The museum also has an exact copy of the Steinsvik Sword and its own boathouse with 2 Nordland boats. Season: 30.05 – early September. Open by appointment.

Tjeldnes Pilot and School Museum Tjeldnes Bygdestue, Tjeldnes Tel: +47 76 93 78 13 / +47 76 93 78 17 or + 47 90 97 22 31 The museum is situated in Tjeldnes Bygdestua, the former Tjeldnes school dating from 1903. The exhibition contains objects related to the pilot service and describes the development of the service from the first local pilot to the establishment of a national pilot service in the district. The school exhibition contains objects from Tjeldnes school.

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The Steinsvik Sword – Ancient Monuments

Burial Grounds at Ripelen – Ancient Monuments

Stokke • www.tjeldund.kommune.no

www.tjeldsund.kommune.no

On Tjeldøya. One of the finest Viking weapons ever found. It was discovered on Steinsvik farm and can be linked to a chieftain seat in the area. An exact replica can be seen at Tjeldsund museum, and the original is kept at Oldsakssamlingen in Oslo.

On Tjeldøya. A collection of 11 stone burial mounds, amongst the oldest in the region and which indicate a well-established farm settlement dating as far back as the late Iron Age.

The Kongsvik valley

Tel: +47 76 93 81 53 / +47 90 55 85 66 www.myklebostad.net Myklebostad. Skulpturkameratene (owner).

A wooden building, a house built for spectators. The Icelandic artist Olafur Gislason is interested in the dialogue between the spectator, the artwork and the environment.

Spectators are asked to write or draw their thoughts and attach them to the walls of the building. Open all year round.

Lush and beautiful valley on Hinnøya, surrounded by mountains and summits. From Kongsvik the road stretches 6km into the valley where evidence of times gone by abounds, with evidence of settlements, farms, reindeer farming, cafes and social meeting places of varying kinds. The Rødrap troll family live under the shadow of the Rødrapan mountain.

The lush landscape has a great variety of plant types. Reindeer and sheep are farmed in the area. The Kongsvik valley and the surrounding areas offer a wealth of opportunities for memorable outdoor experiences. A trail travels from Sætran in the Kongsvik valley up to Kvanto, where it meets Harstad Ramblers Associations’ trail from Storvann.

Boathouses at Sand – Ancient Monuments Sand • www.tjeldsund.kommune.no Two large boathouses at Sandsosen recreational area. The largest, from the Iron Age, is about 40m long and may possibly have housed long ships larger than the Gokstad ship. The adjacent boathouse, probably from the Middle Ages, is 25m long and may have housed a ‘leidangship’, one of the King’s war ships. The boathouses may be linked to the chieftain seat at Sand, which, according to the saga, was home to powerful Viking chieftains in the 11th and 12th centuries.

Artscape Nordland – Media Thule

Coastal Fortress at Forholten Ramstad. Forsvarsbygg (owner).

Coastal fortress from 1916 by the northern outlet of Ramsundet. The battery was built to defend the naval station in Ramsund and gain control of Tjeldsund. The establishment of this naval station and the batteries at Forholten and Ramnes by the southern outlet of Ramsundet was part of the fortification of Northern Norway. The batteries at Ramnes were also designed to control Ofotfjorden and the Narvik harbour, which was an important shipping harbour for iron ore.

Tjeldnes Nature Reserve Tjeldnes, on the southwest side of Tjeldøya.

Fylkesmannen i Nordland.

Valuable coastal area on Tjeldnes with a natural adjacent plant and animal life. Special value is attached to the occurrence of sea meadows, and the area being a venue for nesting and resting wetland birds. Established in 2002.

Lavangen/salangen Krambuvika Bygdemuseum Soløy, Lavangen Tel: +47 77 01 83 80 www.stmu.no - booking@stmu.no Welcome to a charming rural museum in beautiful surroundings. The main pier building, ‘Sverrebrygga’, houses a café and exhibitions. There are several other buildings in the courtyard; a net house, boathouse, forge – and not forgetting ‘Jennystua’, a charmingly furnished crofter’s house in strong colours.

Open all year by appointment.

Lund Wharf Sjøvegan, Salangen • Tel: +47 77 01 83 80 www.stmu.no - booking@stmu.no The beautiful Lund Wharf in the centre of Sjøvegan was built between the wars on the site of an older pier. Lund Wharf was more than just a trading post – it was also an important meeting place for locals. It is still

a meeting place today, but with a different focus. The permanent exhibition ‘Fjord = Ferd’ gives a taste of the coastal culture in Salangen, and the museum also features temporary exhibitions. Make time for a cup of freshly-brewed coffee in a maritime setting.

Tourist information and souvenir shop.

• Summer season: 25.06 – 18.08 • Open by appointment all year round

Salangsverket Salangen • Tel: +47 77 01 83 80 www.stmu.no - booking@stmu.no Deep in Salangen are the huge buildings of the old Salangsverket works. The old memories embedded in the walls tell of a “Klondyke”, with its chaotic rush and catastrophic depletion. That was before calculations could inform us that further extractions of iron ore would not be profitable anymore. Today, the tall constructions are being returned to nature as a reminder that everything is transient. Contact us for guided tours. Open to the public all year round.

Salangen Bygdemuseum Prestbakken, Øvre Salangen Tel: +47 77 01 83 80 www.stmu.no - booking@stmu.no Courtyard museum in a beautiful and fertile agricultural area in Øvre Salangen, where settlers arrived from the south and cleared the land at the end of the 18th century.

The collection consists of the farmhouse ‘Limostua’ from 1870, cow shed, storehouse, barn, forge and mill.

Open all year round by appointment.

FRITIDSBOLIG

Nordlys magi

TIL LEIE I NYKSUND

Pris fra 1000 pr leilighet pr døgn.

Spes pris for ukes- måneds- og langstidsleie.

Olaåsen Gård i Kvæfjorden tilbyr Nordlysturer på vinteren, hvor du får oppleve samisk joik og lokal mat i vår lavvo mens du venter på at Nordlyset skal dukke opp.

På en av Nyksunds fineste tomter, er en av de eldste husene nå gjenreist i 2009 i gammel orginal byggestil.

Ellers tilbyr vi pakker med foto-safari, som også inkluderer underholdning i lavvoen, eller omvisning på gården.

BOOKING OG INFORMASJON Kontakt Odd-Ivar Lauritzen Telefon: +47 99 63 18 00 Mail: odd-ivar@olaasen.no

Den flotte villaen inneholder to separate leiligheter. Leilighetene er smakfullt innredet med alt tenkelig utstyr, sengetøy, håndklær og badekåper, tøfler, hårføner, internett tilgang, hvitevarer osv.

Våre villsau, hester, kaniner, høner, marsvin, hunder og kaniner setter pris på et besøk!

Storslagen utsikt over havnen og innseilingen til Nyksund, fjell og storhav.

Fantastiske turmuligheter, fiske både i hav og fjellvann.

For mer info kontakt Mari Lorange, tlf. 952 071 31

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W W W. D E S T I N AT I O N H A R S TA D . N O

Entrance: Adults NOK 60,Children NOK 30,-

ADOLF GUN

- one of the worlds largest land based guns.

Guided tours from 17th June – 18th August. Daily at 11.00, 13.30 and 15.30 19th August – 31st August daily at 12.00.

Own transport necessary.

Groups must book in advance. Tours the rest of the year by appointment only.

HARSTAD TOURIST OFFICE Sjøgata 1 B-3, Harstad Tel.+47 77 01 89 89 We offer: • Competent guides – experiences you will remember!

• Souvenirs- postcards, hiking maps, clothes, local crafts and much more.

• Activity info – bicycle trim, top 10 peaks, top 10 paddling trips.

• Free brochures – to different destinations • Timetables – for busses, boats and ferries.

• And much more!

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We can help with dining, accomodation, attractions, activities, sights and planning events.

Drop in, we are here for you!

Photo: Ivan Arntzen

Mighty mountains and fjords awaken strong emotions.

Allow yourself to be impressed.

Be inquisitive and let nature’s never ending charm, seduce you.

Hikes and walks – Some tips Websites with hiking suggestions for the region: www.utpaatur.net and www.hinnoy.no From around 15 June to 1 October, you can be fairly sure that the mountains will be free from snow. The weather in the periods prior to and after this varies from year to year. The season naturally lasts longer in areas below 350m and close to the coast.

The weather can change quickly in the mountains, and we recommend that you always carry the appropriate map and a compass.

Remember to pack warm, windproof and waterproof clothing in your backpack. The weather can turn quickly, so it is also a good idea to

take a hat and gloves if planning a trip into the high mountains.

You can purchase maps and get some good tips from Harstad Tourist Office. We also act as the service office for the Norwegian Trekking Association, where you can obtain information about the association’s routes and purchase keys for their cabins.

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Recommended hiking destinations

Wonderful views towards the north, south and east - Hinnstein

Folkeparken (1km fra Harstad town centre)

Gangsåstoppen (180m).

Length:

Map:

There is a signposted network of trails and paths here. Lighted trails of 4km and 8km. Suitable for wheelchair users and pushchairs. Walk or run alongside the beautiful forest lake and visit our “lean-tos” (hidden structures constructed from timber with benches and camp fireplaces).

3.5km round trip.

Hiking map for Harstad (1:30 000).

Water: No.

Est. time to summit:

25 minutes.

Suitable for:

Most people.

Marked trail:

Equipment:

No. Good path.

No requirements.

Top Ten Peaks

Start – stop:

Information: Top ten peaks is a well-established walking opportunity for people of all ages.

Through Top Ten Peaks you take part in hikes up to 5 easy and 5 moderate peaks in the area around Harstad. The chosen peaks enable you to take part whether you have just learned to walk or are nearing 100 years of age! Nice reward, with a mug featuring a motif from this year’s peaks if you have reached 7 peaks (5 for children up to 12 years of age). Further information can be obtained at Harstad Tourist Office or see www.tfbk.no/topp.

Car park on Toppenveien.

Drive to the roundabout by Kanebogen Senter (3km south of Harstad town centre). Drive past the Shell station and take the second road to the right, Gamle Stangnesvei. The car park in Toppenveien is signposted from here.

Musvannet (330m).

Route description:

Good path to top. Rolling birch terrain. Benches and binoculars at the top. Fantastic view of Harstad town.

Kvitnesvetten (303m).

Length:

Map:

Length:

Map:

6km round trip.

9km round trip.

Estimated time to lake: 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Hiking map for Harstad (1:30 000).

Est. time to summit :

No known map, but not necessary.

40 minutes.

Marked trail:

Marked trail:

Suitable for:

Suitable for:

Currently only partially marked.

Most people.

Well signposted along the whole path. Good path.

Water:

No special requirements.

Drinking water after around 2km.

Start – stop:

Most people. Good path.

Nice jogging trail.

Equipment:

No requirements.

Route description:

From Folkeparken, take the gravel road straight ahead and past Grunnvannet lake. At the crossroads at the end of Grunnvannet you continue straight ahead along the gravel road (slightly down and a little towards the left). The road is called Fjellveien. Follow the road down and then upwards to a crossing. Musvannet is signposted from here. Follow the road upwards and straight ahead. There is a “lean-to” with camp fireplace by Musvannet.

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Equipment.

Car park at Tjeldsund Bridge Inn and Hotel in Skånland. Path begins on opposite side of the road.

Route description:

Good path. A little steep halfway up, but generally a good, easy route. Fantastic view across Tjeldsund.

Take drinking water.

ELGEN (534m)

Sætertind (1,094m).

Length:

Map:

6-7km round trip.

Hiking map for Harstad.

EST. time to summit:

Start – stop:

1-1.5 hours.

Elgsnes chapel (Hans Egedes minne).

Suitable for:

Most people, but a little demanding.

Equipment:

No requirements.

recommended.

Approx. 15km round trip. Map: Hiking maps for VesterEst. time to summit: ålen – Hinnøya (Statens 4-5 hours kartverk 1:100 000).

Suitable for: Hill walkers and those Marked trail: who are in shape. The last No. Good path. Keep left. part to the top is quite Summit is visible from demanding. the road.

Length:

Equipment: Route description: Elgen is situated on the outermost edge of the

small peninsula between Kasfjorden and Toppsundet. From Elgsnes chapel, cross the road and follow the tractor road to the right of the churchyard and upwards. After 400-500 metres you turn off to the right, where the road tapers narrows into a footpath. Follow the path all the way up to the top, where there is a fantastic view of the midnight sun!

Hinnstein (560m).

Length:

Equipment:

6-7km round trip.

No special requirements.

Map: Hiking map for Harstad (1:30 000).

Est. time to summit:

An hour to an hour and a half.

Marked trail:

No. Good path. Top visible from start.

Most people – a bit demanding. Jogging Water: course for hard-core run- Small streams. ners!

Suitable for:

Water:

No special requirements, Sporadic before last climb to the top. but good shoes are Start – stop:

From Harstad, drive south past the Tjeldsund bridge towards Lødingen. Park by Sandtorg sports field. Signposted.

Route description: Follow the path from the football field, through the gate. The road goes up towards Årbog lake, 258m above sea level (alternatively, follow the path up the west side of the river).

From the lake continue south where you will find a path to a cabin.

From here follow the signposts to the top. Same way down. If you go down along the road on the north side of the river, make sure you go straight ahead where the paths cross when you come down to the plain by the sports field. If you don’t, you will end up at the north side of the river, and will have to follow the road right down to the E10 and south up to the sports field again.

Vilgesvarre (200m) Length:

kartverk 1:100 000).

Start – stop:

7km round trip.

Marked trail:

Medkila school (also other alternatives).

Medkila school is approximately 5km south of the town centre.

Turn off at the sign to Statoil Hydro and right after Skeidar furniture store. Continue up past the school. Park just past the children’s nursery.

EST. time to settlement: Suitable for:

‘‘Footsteps to the north’’ signposting all the way.

Good path.

Most people.

Drinking water and

Equipment:

catering: Food and water to order. See website! Good drinking water.

50 mins.

Good hiking boots.

Route description: Follows a good path from the car park. You come up to the left side of Hinnstein, finding the path to the top.

Fabulous view to the north, south and east.

Equipment:

Length:

No requirements.

4km round trip.

Map:

EST. time to summit:

Most people.

Hiking map for Vesterålen-Hinnøya (Statens kartverk 1:100 000).

Water:

Marked trail:

Keipenvannet.

No. Good path.

Suitable for:

Hiking map for Vesterålen – Hinnøya (Statens

Start – stop: Elvesletten car park at south end of Blåfjell lake in

Keipen (490m).

25 minutes.

Map:

Start – stop: Drive to Aunfjellet (approx. 8 km northwest of Har-

Sandmark. Drive to Tovik, follow signs from the junction before the Statoil petrol station (17.5km north of Tjeldsund Bridge Inn and Hotel). Follow the road and signs straight ahead for about 7km, turn left at the sign and information board, and go over a little bridge.

Continue to the car park.

Route description: Good path, a little steep at the beginning, easy, slightly hilly birch trail the rest of the way. Very beautiful settlement with fishing spot, nature trail and peace and quiet.

Further information/map: SABUA AS. Tel. +47 90 59 25 74

stad). Keipen is situated on the left side of the road up to Aunfjellet.

There are three lakes located one after the other on the right hand side, and next to the third lake is a small road into the car park.

Route description: Good path to the top. Rolling birch terrain and a little boggy at the start. The route goes up and across towards the top. High up is the idyllic Keipenvannet lake with a camp fireplace. Continue on the path to the right side of the water and up to the next plateau. There is a very steep cliff which slopes directly down to the sea. Fantastic view towards the west and an opportunity to see the midnight sun!

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Shopping/Partners

GENERAL OPENING HOURS FOR STORES: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays 09.00-16.30. Thursdays 09.00-18.00.

Saturdays 10.00-15.00

SHOPPING CENTRES • Amfi Bertheus, Fjordgt. 1., Tel. +47 77 01 25 05. www.amfi.no Weekdays 09.00-19.00.

Saturdays 10.00-16.00 • Amfi Kanebogen Skillev. 5 , Tel. +47 77 01 26 35. www.amfi.no Weekdays 10.00-20.00.

Saturdays 10.00-16.00.

• Sjøkanten Senter, Verkstedv. 1, Tel. +47 77 02 89 00. www.coop.no Weekdays 10.00-20.00.

Saturdays 10.00-16.00 • Obs 08.00-22.00. Saturdays 08.00-20.00.

NEWSPAPERS Harstad Tidende, Storgt. 11.

Tel. 77 01 80 00 www.ht.no

BANKS •

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DnB NOR asa, Sjøgt. 5.

Tel. 03000. www.dnb.no Harstad Sparebank, Rik. Kaarbøs pl. 2.

Tel. 77 00 28 00 www.harstad-sparebank.no Sparebank 1 Nord-Norge, Strandgt. 7.

Tel. 02244 www.snn.no

CAR DEALERSHIPS • Arne Johnsens Bilverksted AS, Samagt. 33.

Tel. 77 06 45 75 www.johnsenbil.no

GENERAL GOODS • OBS Stormarked, Sjøkanten Senter.

Tel.77 02 89 00 www.coop.no

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HAIRDRESSER

OVERSETTER

• Beauty Salongen, Sjøkanten Senter.

Tel.77 06 36 35 www.beautysalongen.no

• Dragland Oversetter, Tovik. Tel. 901 25 002 www.dragland-oversetting.com

GIFTS/SOUVENIRS •

•

Trastad Design, Samasjøveien 11 Tel.77 04 34 00 www.trastad-produkter.no Harstad Turistkontor, Sjøgt 1b-3.

Tel.77 01 89 89 www.destinationharstad.no

OFFICE EQUIPMENT • Copy Safe as, Seljestadv. 58. Tel. 77 00 24 40 www.inventumkjeden.no/harstad

POWER COMPANY • Hålogaland Kraft as, Rødbergv. 14.

Tel. 77 04 25 00 www.hlk.no

TEAMS/CLUBS • Harstad Handball Klubb, Tel. 965 18 500 www.harstadhk.com • Harstad Skøyteklubb. Tel. 913 95 593 www.harstad-sk.no • Harstad Turlag. Tel. 974 31 806 www.harstad-turlag.no • Sollifjellet Alpinsenter. Tel. 77 07 78 33 www.sollifjellet.no • Totonor AS. Tel. 77 07 25 00 www.harstadtravpark.no • Harstad Golfklubb. Tel. +47 77 06 94 73 www.harstadgolfklubb.no • Harstad Jeger og Fiskeforening.

Tel. 77 07 06 44 www.harstadjff.no • Harstad Skipverftshistorie, Tel. +47 994 73 018 t-i-b@online.no • Kasfjord og omegn.vel.

Tel. +47 908 81 278, www.kasfjord-ov.no

MUSIC • Mario’s Musikk, Strandgt. 13-15a.

Tel. 77 00 10 50 www.sound1.no

ACCOUNTING • Sør-Troms Dataregnskap, Strandgt. 22.

Tel. 77 00 20 90 www.stdr.no

ADVERTISING • Vizuelli. Tunneset 10. Tel. 77 00 11 00 www.vizuelli.no

TEXTILES/CRAFTS •

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Lillings Garn og Vevstue, Rikard Kaarbøsgt.7. Tel. 77 06 67 90 Ellens Pelsstudio, Storgata 17. Tel. 77 00 65 55/ 452 91 795 www.pelsstudio.no

HARNESS RACING • Totonor, Harstad Travpark, Langmoan.

Tel. 77 07 25 00 www.harstadtravpark.no

EDUCATION • Høgskolen i Harstad, Havnegt. 5.

Tel. 77 05 81 00 www.hih.no

LAUNDRY/CLEANING • Rentex as, Havnegt. 6. Tel. 77 00 11 70 www.rentexgruppen.no/harstad.htm

KIOSK •

Gullhaugen Kiosk og Pensjonat St.Olavsgate 83, Tel: 77 06 64 66 Mandag-fredag: 07:30-21.00 Lørdag: 10:00-18:00, Søndag: 11:00-21:00

What happens in 2013 Måned

Arrangement

Kontaktinfo

Januar 09.

Onsdagsløp 1, skøyter www.harstad-sk.no 12.

Nyttårskonsert, Forsvarets www.harstadkulturhus.no

musikkorps Nord-Norge 18. Sollunsjkonsert www.harstadkulturhus.no 19. Bakeriet www.harstadkulturhus.no 23.

Onsdagsløp 2, skøyter www.harstad-sk.no 25.

Harstadkonferansen 2013 www.harstadkonferansen.no 26. OH www.harstadkulturhus.no 26.

Dansegalla Nordic Hall www.nordic.no 26. - 27.

NNM allround, alle klasser www.harstad-sk.no

(kretsløp 10 år/rekrutt) 30.

Mistero Buffo (HT) www.harstadkulturhus.no 31.1-03.2 Ilios festival 2013 www.ilios.no Februar 2.-3.

KM langrenn , del 1 www.medkilaskilag.no 06.

Samefolkets dag.

Markering annonseres senere 06.

Onsdagsløp 3, skøyter www.harstad-sk.no 07. Kvæfjordrennet 07.

Lunsjkosert med FMKN www.harstadkulturhus.no 07. Hellbillies www.harstadkulturhus.no 09.

UKM Harstad www.ukm.no 10.

Come Shine www.harstadkulturhus.no 10.

Skøytesportens dag www.harstad-sk.no 13.

Kulturkafè www.harstadkulturhus.no 14.-15. Moments www.harstadkulturhus.no 16.

YLVIS www.harstadkulturhus.no 20.

Onsdagsløp 4, skøyter www.harstad-sk.no 21.

FMKN matkosert www.harstadkulturhus.no 23. VAMP www.harstadkulturhus.no 28.

Midnight Sun Trio www.harstadkulturhus.no

Måned

Arrangement

Kontaktinfo

Mai 03.

Kulturkafè www.harstadkulturhus.no 04.

Korkafè Lurlokk www.harstadkulturhus.no 11.

Humanistisk konfirmasjon www.harsatdkulturhus.no 25.

Hålogalandsstafetten, www.hind.no

torget Harstad sentrum kl.11.30 31.5-02.6 Soroptimist International, www.soroptimistnorway.no

Norgesunionen, R & L

møte i Harstad Juni 08.-09.

21.-22.

23.

24.

22.- 29.

Katteutstilling utstilling@halogalandkatten.no Festspill-lekene og www.hind.no Nord-Norsk mesterskap i friidrett, Stangnes St.Hans feiring på www.stmu.no Trondenes Historiske senter Cruiseanløp, Silver Cloud www.destinationharstad.no Festspillene i Nord Norge

Juli 02.-03.

11.-14.

18.

25.-27.

Midnattsolgaloppen 2013 www.fjord-o.no/2013 Tour De Andørja www.letour.no Cruiseanløp, Nautica www.destinationharstad.no Márkomeannu 2013 www.markomeannu.no Samiske festival

August 6., 8., 13. og 15. Friidrett skole/ www.hind.no sommeraktivitet,

Stangnes Idrettspark 09.-10.

NordNorsk Ølfestival www.nordlaendingen.no 16.-17. BAKgården www.bakgaarden.no Mars 23.-25 Trolldagan i Kongsvik 2013 www.trolldagan.no 02.

Are & Espen 31.

Skjærgårdskonsert www.harstadkulturhus.no www.valhall.no

05.-06.

Onsdagsløp 5/ www.harstad-sk.no September

Kretsmesterskap 3.

Folke5ern. Folkeparken 07.

Ola & Lars Bremnes www.harstadkulturhus.no www.hind.no 08.

Anna Elisabeth Kaarbø www.harstadkulturhus.no (terrengløp)

09.

Gausvik Blandakor www.harstadkulturhus.no Oktober 14.-16. Gitarmaraton www.harstadkulturhus.no 5.-6.

Internasjonal 16.

Korkafè Lurlokk www.harstadkulturhus.no www.nkk.no 17.

Tvillingsjeler (RT) www.harstadkulturhus.no

hundeutstilling

20.-24.

TDA Freeride www.letour.no November 21.

Lunsjkonsert FMKN www.harstadkulturhus.no 22.-24.

Førjulsmarknad i 22.

Sivert Høyem solo www.harstadkulturhus.no www.stangneshallen.no 23.

Skrimmel Skrammel www.harstadkulturhus.no Stangneshallen 29.-01.12 Kraftcupen. (handball) www.harstadhk.com April

30 års jubileum!

06.

MOVE (RT)

www.harstadkulturhus.no 30.

Julebord og dans 11.

Jens Bang Rasmussen www.harstadkulturhus.no www.nordic.no

i Nordic Hall (gitar) 13.

Sama Skolekorps www.harstadkulturhus.no Desember 17.

Bedrag(RT) www.harstadkulturhus.no 07.

Den store Isbadedagen 18.

Silje Nergaard www.harstadkulturhus.no www.skanland.kommune.no 19.-21. Sangkortreff H.Hegge mob.90 16 67 69

med underholdning og premieutdeling

- Isbadestranda på Evenskjer 20.

Jakten på ærligheten www.harstadkulturhus.no 7. og 14.

Julebord og dans

Anne Kat. www.nordic.no 23.

Svarta Bjørn (NT) www.harstadkulturhus.no

i Nordic Hall 27.

Ingrid Bjørnov www.harstadkulturhus.no

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22TH - 29TH of June 2013

HARSTAD

Design: www.hipphurra.as / Photo: Friedrun Reinhold / Grzegorz ĹšledĹş / Roel Determeijer / Knut Utler

Everybody has the right to music

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Music / Dance / Theatre Exhibitions / Childrens Festival

arts festival of north norway

www.festspillnn.no