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Activities and
Holiday Adventures in the vicinity of Lofoten Fritids Rorbuer:
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Enjoy
scuba diving?
Then the Lofoten Islands are paradise on earth!
Approx. 1.5 km from the cabins you will find a diver’s centre where
equipment can be hired and where they also arrange organized diving
expeditions!
Probably the clearest and purest water in Europe. The Gulf Stream
incessantly pumps pure Atlantic water between and past the islands,
helping maintain the unique aquatic flora and fauna. Beneath the
currents and on the underwater cliff walls, there are carpets of soft
corals that filter the nutritious waters.
Divers can experience the surge of up to 1.5 kilometre long current
dives in the Raftsundet strait, or free fall diving down 50 – 200
metre underwater cliff walls.
There are also areas with crevices and canyons enveloped in endless
waving forests of seaweed on the chalk white coral sands.
Here the wolf fish lies in waiting, and they are numerous in the
waters of the Lofoten Islands.
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Photo: LofotDykk
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Cycling in the Lofoten Islands!
From Kabelvåg, westwards to Å or eastwards to
Digermulen, you can explore and enjoy the idyllic villages, fishing
hamlets and wild and wonderful scenery that only the Lofoten Islands
can offer.
Cycling tips:
- Cycle
to Svolvær from where there are daily boat trips to the
Trollfjorden.
Make a detour to Henningsvær, renowned for its unique atmosphere and
architecture built around the fisheries.
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Explore Stone Age settlements and the remains of boathouses in
Gimsøya, and play Midnight Sun golf at Hov.
- Enjoy
the scenery along the Valberg road and follow the route across
Einangen, a beautiful mountain pass, on the road to Leknes.
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Bicycle ferry from Ballstad to Nusfjord. See tourist information for
timetables.
- The
fishing villages are like pearls on a string on the islands of
Flakstadøy and Moskenesøy.
- Boat
trips are arranged from Rein to the Refsvikhula Cave and the
Maelstrom, one of the world’s strongest tidal currents.
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(Foto: Kjell
Ove Storvik) |
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Cycle the entire length of
the Lofoten Islands
If you choose to cycle through the Raftsundet straight from Holandshamn to
Svolvær and further on from Kabelvåg/Svolvær to the hamlet pf Å, you will
be in for a breathtaking experience! Something new is revealed around
every single bend in the road: new mountains, a new strait, the open sea
or the head of a fjord – en endless series of panoramas. We know that your
Lofoten adventure will be memorable and that you will delight in your
choice of Lofoten as the arena for your holiday. Welcome to a cycling
adventure in Lofoten [Read more...] |
Hiking or skiing with or without a guide
Should you wish to take part in guided walks in the summer, or to
experience the Lofoten mountains together with a guide during the
winter, there are a number of companies that can make arrangements for
you.
We recommend:
Hiking / skiing with or without a guide all year
round.
Lofoten Ramblers’ Association [Read more...]
Lofoten Aktiv, Kabelvåg. [Read more...]
Festvåg, Henningsvær [Read more...]
The School of Mountaineering, Henningsvær [Les
mer...]
If you are used to walking in the forest, open countryside or
mountains, you can safely do so on your own here. However, before you
set off we recommend that you talk to someone who knows the local
area, and purchase a proper hiker’s map where the routes are clearly
shown.
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Kayaking
Kayaking trips are also arranged together with experienced guides and
you can also enrol on a course if you lack experience in kayaking. If
you are accustomed to it, and have your own kayak, then you can go off
on your own and explore the shores of the Lofoten Islands. Kayaks are
available for hire at Lofoten FritidsRorbuer.
We recommend:
Lofoten Aktiv in Kabelvåg. [Read more...]
CostalOdyssey, Svolvær [Read more....]
Festvåg, Henningsvær [Read more...] |
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Lofoten Golf Links
For those fond of golfing, the Lofoten Islands offer one of the
world’s most spectacular golf courses.
The natural surroundings at Lofoten Golf Links are magnificent and
compelling. The sun that never sets, the mountains and the proximity
to the sea. So don’t forget to keep your eye on the ball! And allow
for the wind, after all, this is a genuine seaside links course!
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Trollfjord tours
Daily
trips to the majestic Trollfjord are arranged from Svolvær throughout
the entire summer (approx. 10 June to 25 August)..
[Read more...]
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Orca / Killer Whale Safaris
You are not merely a spectator, you also become part of a unique
natural phenomenon – welcome to a fantastic wildlife experience!
Every autumn hundreds of killer whales (orca) make their way to the
Vestfjord to gorge on the Norwegian spring herring. Suddenly the
dorsal fin breaks the dark surface of the sea, sweeping across the
surface for a fleeting moment before the huge male orca dives into the
depths again on his hunt for herring. Shortly afterwards, about
another 20 fins breach in a co-ordinated wave behind. They blow and
spout and the entire Tysfjord is transformed from calm seas to a
veritable symphony of whale breath!
“Fantastisk – Magnifico – Amazing!”
Nothing short of superlatives can be heard from all around the boat as
the visitors experience the winter’s greatest adventure. 80 minutes by
boat from Svolvær there is an adventure waiting for you!
[Read more...]
Sea Eagle Safaris
Guided sea eagle safaris are arranged throughout the summer. In the
Lofoten Islands, we find Scandinavia’s largest concentration of this
mighty bird. If you are lucky, you may even see them from the quay
outside your cabin. When out in your boat or kayak, sea eagles are a
common sight!
[ Read more...]
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| The Lofoten Adventure
The Lofoten
Adventure is a series of events held every year in conjunction with
the World Cod Fishing Championships – two fantastic festivals in
March-April.
The Lofoten Adventure
[Read more...]
The World Cod Fishing Championships
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Museums
and Galleries
At Storvågan, only 1 km from Lofoten Fritids Rorbuer, you will find
the Espolin Gallery, the Lofoten Aquarium and the Lofoten Museum (open
all year round)
The Lofoten Aquarium - an adventure for all age groups
[Read more...]
The Espolin Gallery
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The Lofoten Museum
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In addition
to these, we recommend the Gunnar Berg Gallery at Svinøya in Svolvær
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Mountaineering
Looking for a challenge? Lofoten can offer its own school of
mountaineering and guided tours of the Lofoten mountains.
[Read more...]
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Sea Safari / Deep Sea Rafting on giant rubber dinghies!
Seeing
the Lofoten Islands from a rubber dinghy (RIB) is a fantastic
experience. At high speed, we sail among the isles and skerries,
exploring the fishing villages, chalk white beaches, the Trollfjord
and lots more.
Your hosts at Lofoten Fritids Rorbuer arrange safari trips and
facilitate the sale of RIBs. If you want to have your own boat while
in Lofoten, we recommend a comfortable RIB, equipped for leisure
purposes. They are extremely seaworthy, easy to store – and with your
own RIB you can explore the Lofoten Islands all year round, and even
embark on your own killer whale safari, see the Lofoten Fishery at
close quarters, observe sea eagles, and lots, lots more!
Talk to your hosts! |
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Dining out?
Several restaurants in the vicinity
of Lofoten Fritids Robuer open all year round.
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Like to dance?
Like to visit pubs, bars and enjoy
live music or a disco in Lofoten? |
Lofoten
Fritids Robuer recommends:
Kabelvåg (walking distance)
- The
“Præstengbrygga”- food and drink in Kabelvåg town square, often live
music, and a great atmosphere.
- Cafe
Fabel – food and drink, lunch restaurant.
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The Lorchstua Restaurant at Nyvågar, Storvågan (Open from March to
October, but nonetheless recommended!)
Svolvær, approx. 7-8 minutes by taxi or car
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Børsen Spiseri – fish restaurant with an authentic atmosphere.
[Read more...]
- The
“Kjøkkenet” Restaurant – homely cuisine with plenty of atmosphere
and a quayside bar.
- “Du
Verden” - international cuisine, the chef was voted Chef of the Year
and is on the national cookery team.
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Bacalao Seafood Bar - lunch restaurant during the autumn and winter,
serving dinner in the evening during the summer [Read more...]
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Resturant Lofoten -internasjonalt kjøkken. [Les
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Henningsvær, approx. 25 minutes by taxi or car
The “Fiskekrogen” Restaurant (Open from March to October, but
nonetheless recommended!)
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Lofoten
Fritids Robuer recommends: Kabelvåg (walking distance)
Præstengbrygga - pub/ bar with atmosphere. Night club during the
weekends. Often live music to suit a variety of tastes!
Svolvær, approx. 7-8 minutes by taxi or car.
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Bacalao Seafood Bar, probably North Norway’s most modern bar
concept. Night club at the weekends, often live music.
[Read more...]
- Anker
Brygge, live music every weekend for a mature audience.
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Restaurant Lofoten, bar in Svolvær with night club at the weekends,
often dancing for a mature audience.
- Qaia
Night Culture, disco and night club for a younger audience.
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“Styrhuset” Pub. You will meet all kinds of people here. Live music
at the weekends. Night club.
- Magic
Ice – the world’s first all-year-round ice bar with exhibition of
ice art reflecting life in the Lofoten Islands. We recommend you
start your night on the town with an aperitif here. [Read more ...]
(Night club = open until 2.30 a.m)
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More to see and do …
Cultural life in the Lofoten Islands is varied and abundant featuring a
number of festivals and events all year round.
For further information, see
www.lofoten-startside.no or Vågan Council’s Culture Calendar. [Read more...]
Alpine Skiing Pistes
There are two alpine skiing facilities in the Lofoten Islands, one
in Svolvær and one in Stamsund:
Svolvær Read more...
Stamsund
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Ice Bar
The world’s first all-year-round ice bar with exhibition of ice art
reflecting life in the Lofoten Islands opened in March 2004.
Read more... |
For
museums/ attractions, galleries and adventures all over the Lofoten
Islands,
Please visi:
www.lofoten-startside.no |
See
traditional fisheries culture in other parts of Lofoten:
For further details, please visit
www.lofoten-info.no |
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Everything you need to know about Lofoten:
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LOFOTEN F
RITIDS RORBUER S. U. S. P.O
Box 109, N-8309 Kabelvåg Tlf: 90 68 92 06. Fax: 76074898
E-mail:
[email protected] |