LOFOTEN AND NARVIK

LOFOTEN TOURS – TRIP TO LOFOTEN

LOFOTEN

Archipelago on the Norwegian Sea. The islands are separated from the archipelago of Vesterålen by the strait of Roftsundet. Lofoten are characterized by mountain massifs with steep and high slopes which are divided by short, narrow and picturesque fjords. Pleasant beaches and colourful fishing villages complement the idyllic landscape. The islands are also a centre for winter cod fishing. At the beginning of the year, cods come to the Lofoten shallows for spawning. Warm waters of the Gulf Stream makes the climate milder and water temperature higher. The relaxed atmosphere and treasures of nature attract many tourists.

CRUISE FROM BODØ TO SVOLVÆR

A cruise over Vestfjorden from Bodø to Svolvær is an unusual experience. Magnificent landscapes can be admired such as Lofotenveggen – 160 km massif with small fishing villages at its foot. All during a ship cruise.

SVOLVÆR

The biggest town on Lofoten located on the island of Austvågøya. Svolvær is inhabited by 4,5 thousand dwellers. The name of the town means ‘the cold fishing village’.

RORBUER

Traditional fishermen’s huts. They were used to accommodate fishermen who came to the islands for winter cod catch. First huts were built in 12th century. It was important change of fishermen’s living conditions because they had previously lived under their boats turned upside down.

KABELVÅG

It was the largest village in the Viking Age as well as a main fishing centre. The oldest town in Northern Norway – Vágar, was located on the premises of present Kabelvåg. Vágar was founded 1 000 years ago. First rorbuers on Lofoten were also built here.

VÅGAN CHURCH

Vågan church is also called the Lofoten Cathedral. The church recalls the days of prosperity of the village. It is the largest wooden building located north of Trondheim.

LOFOTEN MUSEUM – LOFOTMUSEET

A small open-air museum picturesquely situated by the bay. Visitors may explore original 19th century rorbuer cabins and many more.

Sea kayaking trip to smaller islands and rocks of archipelago

TROLLFJORDEN

One of most spectacular fjords of Norway. Its narrow entrance between steep-sided mountains reaching levels of 1100 m above the waters make an outstanding impression. A cruise through Trollfjorden is a extraordinary occasion to see puffins, white-tailed eagles, seals or even, if you have luck, whale or basking shark.

HENNINGSVÆR

Henningsvær is considered one of the most beautiful villages of Lofoten. One of the reasons is the architecture of the village – colourful, old, wooden houses on narrow and twisting streets. Henningsvær is situated on several islands – two largest of them are Heimøya and Hellandsøya. A narrow strait between those islands divides the village into half. In the wintertime the village become centre of cod fishing.

Bike trip to Henningsvær

RIB boat trip and snorkelling for everyone

LOFOTR VIKING MUSEUM

There is the largest Viking house ever discovered. It was most likely a residence of the most powerful Viking chief in Northern Norway. Thoroughly restored rooms, handicraft, archaeological findings, multimedia exhibitions and Viking dishes move us in the past for over 1000 years. 

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ACTIVITIES IN THE VIKING MUSEUM

 – traditional Viking feast

– mead tasting

– trip by Viking boat

– Viking games and plays

– old breeds of domestic animals

NARVIK

Narvik – the harbour town that has strategic importance in transporting iron ore from Swedish mines in Kiruna and Gällivare. It is also known of the battles of Narvik that took place from 9 April to 8 June 1940. The sever battles of the town and the harbour were conducted on the waters of Ofotfjorden and in the air. The participation of Polish soldiers in the battles of Narvik was very important. Among defenders of the city, there was Polish Independent Highland Brigade commanded by General Zygmunt Bohusz-Szyszko. Polish destroyers – ORP ‘Grom’, ‘Burza’ and ‘Blyskawica’ as well as the passenger ships (used as transport vessels) – M/S ‘Chrobry’, M/S ‘Batory’ and M/S ‘Sobieski’ – took part in the naval battles. 4 May ORP Grom was sunk by a German bomber. 59 crew members lost their lives in the attack. Altogether 97 Polish soldiers died in the fights, many were wounded or lost. The contribution of Polish forces in the battle of Narvik is still remembered and esteemed by Norwegians.

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