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LOFOTEN – along the wall of jagged peaks
rising from the expance of ocean
R
egardless of the time of year, Lofoten provides a journey amid breathtaking natural surroundings. The
landscape is both beautiful and stark. However there are sheltered, protected stretches that can provide some relief from the raw, exposed areas that show their harshness when the wind is blowing hard.
The combination of the untamed ocean and stormy seas, jagged alpine mountains plunging into the
water, tiny sheltered fishing villages and white beaches with crystal clear waters will never cease to enchant
us. That’s also the reason why the road can be so busy in the high season. Then it’s good to know that you can
seek out little, secluded corners and fine detours along the route. There are also many tourists who have discovered that winter can be just as beautiful as summer. The
Arctic winter is the perfect time to see the northern lights, an
Raftsundet
overwhelming play of light and colour. You are guaranteed a
unique experience with fewer people to share it with. No matter what time of year you decide to visit Lofoten, you will exSvolvær
perience its distinctive qualities, and for many people Lofoten
Henningsvær
Gravdal
leaves lasting memories. If you are a fitness enthusiast who
at worst can put up with a puff of wind or a shower of rain,
cycling is a good alternative to driving on Lofoten.
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Grunnfør
Lødingen
E10
Eggum
Unstad
Torvdalshalsen
Utakleiv
E10
Vikten
Brunstranda
E6
Bognes
Skarberget
Skreda
Hamarøya
Ulsvåg
Kjøpsvik
Drag
Nusfjord
Skutvik
Akkarvikodden
Rassikring, Moskenes/Flakstad
Steigen
Holkestad
Å
Nordskott
Hopen
TRAVEL INFORMATION. National Tourist Route Lofoten runs
from Å to Raftsundet (E 10) with detours to Nusfjord (fv. 807),
Vikten (fv. 811), Utakleiv (fv. 825), Unstad (fv. 992), Eggum (fv. 994)
and Henningsvær (fv. 807). This is a total distance of 230 km.
Helnessund
Værøy
Brennsund
Røst
Kjerringøy
Sjunkhatten
Nasjonale turistveger
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Løding
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Laukvika
80
Fauske
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nasjonalpark
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a head looking out over the sea with the top either
down or up, depending on your angle of vision.Architect: Snøhetta.
3 RAMBERGSTRANDA BEACH. Ramberg occupies
an idyllic spot on Jusnesvika bay. With its green grass,
azure sea and the majestic peaks around it, Ramberg1 TORVDALSHALSEN. Torvdalshalsen rest area stranda beach is an experience not to be missed. A
is located on a hilltop south of Torvdalsvatnet lake narrow walkway made of wooden sleepers leads to
and offer the best vantage point on Vestvågøy is- the beach. Architect: Askim/Lantto arkitekter as.
land. A long screen with benches catches the sunlight and provides shelter from the wind and rain. 4 AKKARVIKODDEN. Akkarvikodden is located
Architect: 70°N arkitektur – Gisle Løkken.
on the road leading to the southwest across Moskenesøy island. From here a panorama opens to the
2 EGGUM. The fishing village of Eggum lies on the ocean in the southeast. The rest area is designed
seaward side of Vestvågøy island, alone between with horizontal planes, clear-cut lines and granite
the ocean and the mountains. The place attracts furniture. The characteristic service building mimnumerous visitors who come to experience the ics the shape of the precipitous mountains in this
midnight sun. Facing the open ocean is a rest area wild and pristine scenin the shape of an amphitheatre with a car park ery. Architect: manTHE NATIONAL TOURIST ROUTES comprise
18 selected motoring trips through
and service facilities. On the west side of the car they kula / Landskapsnatural surroundings in Norway.
park stands an intricate artwork by Marcus Raetz: fabrikken.
nasjonaleturistveger.no
Viewing points and rest areas
have been created along the
routes employing innovative architecture and
thoughtprovoking works
of art. All of the 18 routes,
from Jæren in the south
to Varanger and in the
north, have their
own unique
character in
terms of the
roads, the
natural surroundings and
history.
17-0013 [email protected]. Foto: Statens vegvesen
GRUNNFØR. At Grunnfør, on the seaward side of
Austvågøy island between Fiskebøl and Vestpollen,
there is a building for cyclists. This is an excellent
spot to take a break and enjoy the view of the open
ocean and the peaks of Vesterålen. Architect: 70°N
arkitektur - Gisle Løkken.