CruiseLofoten 2013

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Cruiseport in the heart of Lofoten Islands with nature, adventures and sights close by!

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LOFOTEN

SVOLVÆR

cruiseport

HISTORY Vågar, the first known town formation in North Norway, was situated around the narrow, natural harbour near Kabelvåg, just west of Svolvær. Vågar is mentioned in the Heimskringla sagas, and may have been established as early as 800 AD.

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.

HARBOUR

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One of the first churches in North Norway was most likely built here, about 900 years ago. The great cod fisheries in winter have always been the most important economic basis for the town, but fish farming (salmon) is also important in present-day Vågan.

SVOLVÆR, LOFOTEN

The passengers can enjoy the best re exhibitions, stores and the local cultu

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estaurants, museums, ure within 1 km radius.

• Fish restaurants • Museums • Exhibitions • Magic Ice Bar • Sightseeing • Shopping • War museum • Bowling • Nature Safari • Sea Eagle Safari • Sea Rafting • Trollfjorden • Beautiful walks • Charter boats • Sea Kayaking • Local culture Pure nature!

HARBOUR FACTS

CRUISE SHIP DOCKING INFO: Svolvær has two capable harbours, east and west.

Svolvær harbour west can dock cruise ships up to 180-200 metres long.

Depth harbour approach: 12.5 metres.

Shuttle Bus services to take passengers to town centre (1 km).

• Good manoeuvring space • Calm weather conditions • Good starting point for coach tours in the Lofoten and Vesterålen Islands Svolvær harbour east can dock cruise ships up to 150 metres long.

With quay depth capabilities up to 6 metres.

Depth harbour approach: 12 metres.

Tender distances: 0.6 n.m. to 0.9 n.m.

Distance from western harbour to town centre: 1 km Distance from eastern harbour to town centre: 0 km

Welcome to Svolvær, Lofoten

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