Look forward to plenty of outstanding Northern Norwegian nature and fantastic landscapes when on holiday in Stokmarknes. You can learn more about the iconic Hurtigruten and head out on beautiful walks. You can also learn more about the important fishing industry, meet local artists and see their works of art.
Stokmarknes is a small town in Hadsel, Nordland, with a population of just over 3,000. This is the home of the Hurtigruten, with the Hurtigruten Museum situated on the quay nearby. The main industries here are fish farming and fish processing. Stokmarknes is surrounded by a number of large and small islands and there is a bridge connection directly from the centre to Børøya.
Visit Galleri Uvær to discover wonderful works of art, followed by a break in the tea rooms in the same building. An interesting and educational experience can be found in the Planetstien walk from Hadsel to Stokmarknes, where the distances and sizes of the planets, relative to one another, are illustrated in a very unique and surprising way. There are several peaks to climb, too, such as Sæterfjellet or Motinden. If you visit with children, make sure to head to the stables at Hadsel Stall og Fritidsgård.
Stokmarknes is situated in Vesterålen where the weather can be highly unpredictable. Make sure to pack plenty of warm clothes, especially if you want to head out to sea for some fishing. If you fancy travelling around the area, it’s probably best to hire a car as public transport options are limited here.
Stokmarknes has its own regional airport with relatively high traffic and direct flights to several other airports in Northern Norway and also from Norway’s capital, Oslo. You can also travel here by the Hurtigruten.
Norway boasts plenty of holiday treasures, so you won’t need to travel too far to experience all that Norway has to offer. For some of the best vistas and cultural experiences, make sure to book your next holiday in Stokmarknes.
