Lofoten - The Best Place to Visit in Norway

Photo-Reasons: Why you should visit this beautiful place

You’ll find beautiful views and have the opportunity to take photos “on top of the world”.

Winter or summer – it’s your choice.

Lofoten – Often described as The best place to visit in Norway, and we totally agree. This picturesque archipelago in Norway is known for its dramatic scenery and stunning photo opportunities.

Even on cloudy days, the colorful houses and beautiful nature scenes are simply too beautiful for words.

The Islands:

Austvagoy Island (Austvågøya)
Gimsøy
Vestvågøya (Vestvågøy)
Moskenesøya
Flakstadøya
Værøy Municipality (Værøy)

Things to do

Take every opportunity you have to see the sun rise. Do some hiking or snowshoe trekking. Ski in the winter while enjoying a spa experience. Or go on a sailing and fishing trip in summer time. Kayaking is one of the best ways to explore the islands while enjoying the fauna and flora. Mountain climing: Climb Svolværgeita towering above Svolvær harbor and the Vestfjord. See the Northern Lights and experience the midnight sun.

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How to get to Lofoten

You can rent a car and drive:

Link to search for Economy Car Rental

The quickest way to reach Lofoten is to travel via air.

There are regular flights to Bodø Airport, Harstad/Narvik Airport, Svolvær Airport, Leknes Airport, and Røst Airport.
Lofoten’s main airports are in Svolvær (SVJ) and Leknes Airport (LKN).

Another option is to go by train:

There are daily trains between Stockholm, Kiruna, and Narvik. From there, you can take a bus to the Lofoten Islands.
From Oslo Norway you can travel by train via Trondheim and Fauske to Bodø.

Map of Airports in and around Lofoten

When to book your holiday

January and February are the coldest months, while July and August are the warmest months. However any time of the year you’ll find something magical and beautiful in this stunning part of Norway.