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HELGELAND Discover one of the world’s most spectacular archipelagos. The islands of Helgeland are home to some truly unique mountains – the Seven Sisters; the Dønna Man, with its human features; Torghatten, the mountain with a hole right through – as well as the island community of Vega, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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A distinctive landscape of precipitous mountains and sharp peaks in the Gulf Stream, Lofoten offers the world’s greatest cod fishing. Picturesque, colourful fishing villages and ancient coastal culture meet innovative art and challenging sea and mountain activities, all within a relatively small area. Once seen, Lofoten is never forgotten.
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LOFOTEN ISLANDS
VESTERÅLEN ISLANDS Take a tip from the sperm whales, seals and countless sea birds – Vesterålen is truly a green and fertile island group. Enjoy a whale safari, kayaking, cycling, and hiking from the untamed coast to magnificent mountain viewpoints. Historic Nyksund, the Hurtigruten Museum and the blue-painted town of Sortland are all testament to the local culture.
Steep mountains that plunge into the fjord create the scenery for which this area is famous, especially among skiers. From Narvikfjellet Mountain, you can ski downhill almost right down to the fjord and city. The area also boasts a fascinating industrial and wartime history that is told in the many museums.
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SOUTH TROMS AND HARSTAD
A journey through Salten will take you to the world’s strongest maelstrom, picturesque Kjerringøy, never-ending caves and gigantic glaciers – all within easy reach of the city of Bodø. Further north is the Realm of Hamsun, a rich cultural area surrounded by mountains, and the monumental Tysfjord.
A Gothic church full of art, a gigantic cannon, a Viking island, strawberry fields, a winding country road steeped in history – the region of South Troms is friendly and green, and is protected by lofty peaks. At its heart is Harstad, a colourful, vibrant town with a packed cultural calendar.
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SALTEN, BODØ AND THE REALM OF HAMSUN
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OFOTEN AND NARVIK