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Svolvær Harbor
Svolvær harbor: This attractive inlet is the islands’ biggest town, offering full-service hotels and traditional wooden cabins and fisherman’s huts.
Climate Anomaly
Climate anomaly: Located north of the Arctic Circle in northern Norway, the Lofoten Islands enjoy relatively mild temperatures due to the circulation of the Gulf Stream.
Remote Destination
Remote destination: The archipelago is made up of seven main islands — Austvågøy, Flakstadøy, Gimsøy, Moskenesøya, Røst, Værøy and Vestvågøy.
Golden Sands
Golden sands: The Lofotens are full of beautiful beaches, with some of the most famous located on the island of Vestvågøy.
Rugged Landscape
Rugged landscape: Moskenes, situated on Moskenesøya island, is home to some of the oldest rocks in Europe as well as some of the most scenic beaches on the islands.
Unstad Beach
Unstad Beach: Dubbed the world’s northernmost surfing championship — the Lofoten Masters takes place on Unstad Beach each year, attracting surfers from all over the world.
Beautiful Beaches
Haukland: A strip of white sand next to blue-green water reminiscent of a Caribbean island, Haukland Beach is perfect for lunch or a stroll.Skagsanden Beach: Near Flakstad, Skagsanden Beach is a haven for photographers and Northern Lights hunters all year round thanks to its north-facing aspect.Ramberg beach: One of the most popular beaches in the Lofotens, this broad stretch of sand is situated close to the E10 highway.
Photography Opportunities
Sky show: The beaches of Vestvågøy are also excellent locations for photographing the Northern Lights, providing a stunning backdrop for photography enthusiasts.
