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The cave paintings in Solsemhula were the first cave paintings discovered in Northern Europe (1912). Leka Oppleveles offers guided tours in June/August.
Top 5 in Leka Skeisnesset cultural trail: Walking paths in well-preserved heather moors. Traces of human presence from the Stone Age to the present with stone age house foundations, burial mounds and an open stone hut. Modern shelter at Ivarshallaren and several informational signs. The eagle abduction: 5. June 1932 little 3 ½ year old Svanhild was taken by an eagle and flown up on a mountain ledge. The place she was found is marked in the mountainside. Leka stone center: Exhibitions of rocks and information about the geology on Leka. Open from May to August.
Hiking on Leka: There are more than 50 marked trails in Leka. Maps available on the ferry quay in Skei and Gutvik. We recommend: Herlaugsløypa, Vattind, Leka møya, Støypet. Visit www.visitleka.no to read more about the geology, activities, accommodation, and eateries in Leka. Leka co-owns Trollfjell UNESCO global geopark which facilitates geological experiences and outdoors activities in the Trollfjell region. Trollfjell UNESCO Global Geopark:
www.trollfjellgeopark.no
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The island of Leka is an integral part of Trollfjell UNESCO Global Geopark where the unique natural heritage is deemed to be of international importance. Leka reveals fascinating chapters of Earth’s geo logical history and has many geological treasures to explore. You can take a walk on the interior of the earth and visit what has been claimed to be the youngest rock in Norway. The island has an excellent network of hiking trails.
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
Trollfjell UNESCO Global Geopark
A GEOLOGICAL ADVENTURE THROUGH MILLIONS OF YEARS
The geopark focuses on sharing knowledge and insights about our unique heritage and ensures sustainable geotourism and development in our region. The geopark em braces the municipalities of Vega, Vevelstad, Brønnøy, Sømna, Bindal and Leka. www.trollfjellgeopark.no - Visit our office at Storgata 34, Brønnøysund
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Leka Brygge Frøvik, 7994 Leka post@lekabrygge.no / +47 957 93 318
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Leka Brygge offers tranquil seaside holidays, and several thrilling activities. Peace of mind, impactful nature and excellent fishing awaits. Leka Brygge provide accommodation in apartments (sleeps 35 in total )and in modern cabins. Café in the summer.
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