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New cruiseport in the heart of Lofoten with nature, adventures and sights close by!
NEW IN LOFOTEN!
HISTORY The first town formation known in North Norway, Vågar, was situated around the narrow, natural harbour near Kabelvåg, just west of Svolvær. Vågar is mentioned in Heimskringla, and might have been established as early as year 800.
Svolvær was given township privileges in 1918, but this was discontinued following a merge with neighbouring municipalities in 1964. Township was declared again in 1996. Tourism is becoming increasingly important, and Svolvær is a transport hub and favourite starting point for tourists visiting the islands.
Approximately 250,000 tourists visit Svolvær each year.
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One of the first churches in North Norway was most likely built here, approximately 900 years ago. The great cod fisheries in winter has always been the most important economical foundation for the town, but fish farming (salmon) is also important in Vågan.
EVERYTHING N SVOLVÆR, LOFOTEN
Your passengers can enjoy the exibitions, stores and the loc
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Fish restaurants Museums Exibitions Magic Ice Sightseeing Shopping Bowling Nature Safari Sea Rafting Beautiful walks Charter boats Sea Kayaking Local culture
Pure nature!
HARBOUR FACTS
CRUISESHIP DOCKING INFO: Svolvær has two capable harbours, east and west. Svolvær harbour west can from 2010 dock cruiseships up to 200 meters long. Until then up to 150 meter. With depth capabilities up to 10 meters. Depth harbour approach: 12 meter. (From 2010) Shuttle Bus services to bring the passengers to town center. (1 km.) • Good maneuvering space • Calm weather conditions • Good starting point for coach tours in the Lofoten and Vesterålen Svolvær harbour east can dock cruiseships up to 150 meters long. With depth capabilities up to 6 meters. Depth harbour approach: 12 meter. Distance from western harbour to town center: 1 km Distance from eastern harbour to town center: 0 km
Welcome to Svolvær, Lofoten
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