Lofoten Cruise Ports 3 Practical Infomation 5 Port Information 9 Local Tour Agents 15 Sights and Attractions 17

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Cruise manual – Lofoten Cruise Network 2012/2013 Table of contents

Welcome to Lofoten Cruise ports 3 Practical Infomation 5 Port Information 9 Local Tour Agents 15 Sights and attractions 17

The Moskenes Island 19

Brygga restaurant 21

Norwegian Fishing Village Museum 22 Lofoten Tørrfiskmuseum 23

The Flakstad Island 25

Nusfjord fishing village 26 The Flakstad Church 27

The Smithy in Sund and Sund museum of fisheries 28 The Glass Hut at Vikten 29

The Vestvågøy Island 31

Lofotr Viking Museum 32 Vestvågøy Museum 33

3 Vestvågøy Service port 34 Life Nordic Rakke/ Terje ©2005 Foto: Lofoten gaver og brukskunst - gift shop 35 Welcome to Lofoten Cruise Ports Skjærbrygga restaurant 37 - Magical Islands – Skaftnes Museum 38 Lofoten is an Arctic island archipelago, and lakes, dramatic mountains, and white sand publications have named different places Lofoten turistsenter 39 has been a cruise ship destination since beaches by turquoise seas. in Lofoten “the most beautiful beach in 1984, although the german emperor Norway”, “the most picturesque village in The Austvågøy Island 41 Vilhelm was the first to visit Lofoten as The dramatic landscape also gives a fascinating Norway”, and “the most beautiful view in early as 1889 on one of his cruises along variety in different types of weather within the world”. Galleri Lofotens hus- a gallery 42 the coast of Norway. In this way, the cruise the same day, giving an extra touch to the Magic Ice – ice bar and ice gallery 43 industry is quite new to Lofoten, but at the visit. In this cruise manual we would like to show same time, it has been important for a long all the possibilities there are by choosing Rica Hotel Svolvær 44 time. The human influence is seen in the picturesque Lofoten as a port of call on a cruise, and Storvågan 45 villages and the fish-drying racks that in each different section you can get The last few years have seen an average surround them, as stockfish – dried cod – thorough information and facts about the Børsen Spiseri 46 of 80 cruise calls each year. There are two is still the main export. different sights, venues and providers. Lofoten Golf Links 47 main cruise ports: Leknes and Svolvær. Five of the islands are connected by road, Thon Hotel Lofoten 48 Thanks to the influence of the Gulf Stream and you can cross all five and return in a Welcome RIB Lofoten 49 the climate is remarkably mild for its day with ease. Alternatively, passengers can to Lofoten , Magical Islands! Arctic setting. This also gives the landscape disembark at one port and rejoin the ship Boreal Transport Nord 50 its striking variety: wildly beautiful places at another. Arctic Buss Lofoten 51

Foto: ©2005 Terje Rakke/ Nordic Life Nordic Rakke/ Terje ©2005 Foto: of marsh and rock, green fields and still Various national and international Distances From the pier • To the City Centre of Leknes: 3 km Bus shuttle between the pier and the city- • To Å: 65 km center of Leknes is available at request • To Svolvær: 72 km (+47 90 02 38 64/+47 90 87 12 83)

Practical Information – Leknes Port Bank Shopping and restaurants are readily available – please visit the tourist Sparebank1 is located in Storgata, the main The city center of Leknes provides a information office in the center of Leknes street of the town center. variety of shopping, specialty shops, cafes for further information There are 2 ATMs available. Sparebank1 and restaurants on the ground floor at Lofotsenteret Opening hours – shopping* shopping mall and Nordlandsbanken in Monday-Friday: 10-17 (10am-5pm) Taxi Information and booking is available at the storgata Saturday: 10 – 15 (10am-3pm) Leknes pier or call 07550. *Opening hours differ from store to store, Pharmacy however the opening hours presented are Located in Leknes City Centre. There Roadside and other churches the guaranteed times of business Buksnes kirke: 3 kms from the pier are 2 pharmacies available, 1 in the Borge kirke: 17 kms from the pier Lofotsenteret shopping mall Ask at the tourist information office about (ground floor +47 76 06 09 50 and 1 in the Tourist Information opening hours Origo Center +47 76 05 57 70). The Vestvågøy tourist information office is Opening hours: situated at the main entrance of the Lofot- Monday – Friday: 09.30am-5pm senteret shopping mall in Leknes. The bus Museums and galleries 5 Saturday: 10am-3pm shuttle stops outside the tourist information There are several museums and galleries office. available around the island of Vestvågøy, Supermarkets sell some pharmacy products information is available at the tourist in- as well Contact details: formation office in the Leknes city center Tel: +47 76 08 75 53 email: [email protected] Post office Opening hours: Public toilets Located at the Leknes City Center 1.1.-17.6. Public toilets are available both at the (ref. street map) Monday - Friday 10.00-16.00 Leknes pier and at the Tourist information Opening hours: 18.6.-12.8. office in the Leknes city center Monday – Friday: 09-17 Monday - Friday 10.00-18.00 Saturdays: 10-15 Saturday 12.00-16.00 Sunday 12.00-16.00 Stamps are also sold by the pier and in the 13.8.-31.12. tourist information office in the Leknes Monday - Friday city center 10.00-16.00

Rentals Sport Cars, fishing gear and bikes are available The Vestvågøy area is famous for its accessible mountains and great hiking for rent, information is available at the paths for visitors of all ages. The beach and Leknes pier or at the tourist information sporting arenas are available not far from

Foto: ©Terje Rakke/ Nordic Life Nordic Rakke/ ©Terje Foto: office in the city center the city center of Leknes. Other activities Distances from the pier

• The town square/centre is at the pier • To Leknes 69 km • To Å 137 km

Practical Information – Svolvær Port Bank Monday – Friday 10 – 19 Taxi ATM. 2 machines located at town square, Saturday 10 – 16 Taxis are approx 100 m from market by the banks Nordea and Sparebank1. square, direction Hurtigruten pier. Usually shops outside malls have opening Tel: 07550. hours; Pharmay Monday – Friday 09 – 16 Located in the shopping mall AMFI, ground Saturday 10 – 14 Roadside & other churches floor, approx 200 meters from pier Svolvær Kirke, approx 200 m from town (+47 76 06 67 40) square, visible from pier. Opening hours: Tourist Information Vågan Kirke (the Lofoten Cathedral), Monday - friday 09 – 17 Svolvær Town Square Kabelvåg; approx 6 km from Svolvær. Saturday 10 – 14 Ask at Tourist Information about opening Supermarkets sell some pharmacy Tel: (+47) 76 07 05 75 hours. products as well [email protected] 7 Opening hours: Museums and Galleries Post Office 1.1.-13.5. Several museums and galleries are situated Located in Sivert Nilsens gate – near Monday- Friday 09.00-15.30 on and around town square. Ask at Tourist roundabout – approx 200 mtrs from town Information for Lofoten Info Guide with square 14.5.-3.6. attraction list with opening hours. Opening hours: Monday- Friday 09.00-16.00 Monday - friday 09am – 5pm Saturday 10.00-14.00 Saturday 10am – 3pm Sport Stamps are also sold in Tourist Information 4.6.-17.6. The area of Svolvær and around Svolvær at town square Monday- Friday 09.00-20.00 offers different activities such as mountain Saturday 10.00-14.00 climbing, mountain hiking, golf and beach Sunday 16.00-20.00 areas Rentals The tourist information office provides 18.6.-5.8. Other activities are also readily available information about fishing gear, car and bike Monday- Friday 09.00-22.00 – please visit the tourist information rentals Saturday 09.00-20.00 office in the center of Svolvær for further Sunday 10.00-20.00 information

Shopping and restaurants 6.8.-26.8. The city center of Svolvær provides a Monday- Friday 09.00-20.00 Public toilets variety of shopping, specialty shops, cafes Saturday 10.00-14.00 Are to find at the Tourist Information office and restaurants at market square (one), AMFI shopping Opening hours vary: 27.8.-31.12. mall and at Town Hall (one). Shopping mall AMFI opening hours: Monday- Friday 09.00-15.30 Aanesen Design KrediteringTerje Rakke/ Nordic Life/ Innovasjon NorgeKred Innovasjon Life/ Nordic Rakke/ KrediteringTerje Moskenes Kommune – ReineLeknes cruise terminal Port – year 2012/2013 and Practical Information

Port information ISPS requirements Taxi Port: Reine Ytre Havn Pre-arrival information: Tel: 07550 Country: Norway Send 24 hrs prior to arrival. Security: ISPS-Code implemented. Port Authority: Reine Havnevesen Statement number: NOMSK-0001 Galleries and Museums Shopping. Several museums and galleries are situated Telephone: +47 760 53100 Coop Marked, Reine Telefax +47 760 53101 in Reine, Sørvågen and Å. Ask at Tourist E-mail: Joker, Sørvaagen. Information. [email protected] Berth 70 m long, depth 7 m. Restaurants. Sport Maren Anna, Restaurant/Pub at Sørvågen. The area of Moskenes and around, offers Operating hours: Gammelbua in Reine. From 1 hour prior to arrival different activities such as mountain climbing, Local time: mountain hiking and beach areas UTC+1, summer time UTC+2 Tourist Information 9 Port approaches: The Moskenes Tourist information office is Public toilets ETA to be given to: located at the ferry pier in Moskenes. Are to find at the Tourist Information Reine Ytre Havn, no later than 24 hrs prior to arrivel office . Bank. There is an ATM in Reine Kiosk, Reine Pharmacy. Small pharmacy located at the Coop Marked Centre. Opening hours: Monday – Friday 09 – 19 Saturdays 10 – 18 Post office Located at the Coop Marked Centre Opening hours: Monday – Friday 09 – 19 Saturdays 10 – 18 Rentals. The tourist information office provides information about fishing gear, car and bike rentals. Leknes Port Leknes cruise terminal – year 2012/2013

Port information Berthing information: stage is a floating pontoon, 45 meters long, Port: Leknes Havn Berths: with two gangways situated 3000 meters Country: Norway 1 berth, 190 meters long, 8,5 – 14 meter from town center. There are no specific Port Authority: Vestvågøy Havnevesen depth at chart datum. 1 pontoon – dock speed limitations for ships tenders. Security: ISPS- Code implemented, for ships tenders, 45 meters long.

Statement number: NOVVY-0001 Height of berth: Life Nordic Rakke/ ©Terje Foto: Telephone: +47 76 05 60 00 3 meters above MSL (mean sea level). Arrival documents: Telefax: +47 76 05 60 01 Tidal difference: E-mail: Approximately 1,2 meters Supplies and services: Lubricants: [email protected] Tugs: Available by drums or smaller quantities VHF Ch: 16/12 Available with 6 hrs. notice bollard pull from all major suppliers, some specifica- Operating hours: from 20 to 50 tons. Tugs are not compulsory. tions might need up to 6 hrs. notice. From 1 hr. prior to arrival Harbour Pilot: Not compulsory 11 Fresh water: Local time: Mooring boat: Available From shore side by twin hoses at a rate of UTC+1, summer time UTC+2 Gangway: 62 tons pr hose. Supplier is equipped with Ships gangway to be used, no shore side a variety of types of couplings. Price pr. Ton gangway available. is N kr 15,- (price reg.2010). Port approach: Terminal facilities: Garbage, sewage and sludge: Eta to be given to: Information service Dry and wet garbage can be delivered to Leknes Havn, or Lofoten Ship Agency, local Public telephone shore side containers of 20 M3. Barges are agent, no later than 12 hrs prior to arrival. Money exchange not available. Local pilot stations: Postcards, stamps, souvenirs Forwarding: Lødingen Pilot station Public toilet Local airport at Leknes, 4 km from port, Taxies/shuttle service: travel time 10 min. Nearest international Available at the dock. Distance to Leknes ISPS requirements: airport at Evenes, 245 km from port, travel city 3000 meters. Pre-arrival information: S time approx. 3,5 hrs. end 24 hrs prior to arrival. Tour buses: Port Security Officer: Are parked at the dock area, approx. 60 meters from the gangway. Viktor Haugan, Emergency telephone numbers: e-mail: Police: 112 [email protected] Anchorage information: Fire 110 ISPS documents: Anchor position in Buksnesfjorden, at Acute medical assistance: 113 1. Ship Pre Arrival information Captains and Pilots discretion. Norwegian Ambulance: 113 2. Pax list Chart No.72 has two marked recommen- Port security officer: 3. Crew list dations Shore launches are available, but (+47) 91 16 32 81 4. Disembarking manifest ships tenders are recommended. Landing SvolværVågan cruise terminal Port – year 2012/2013 KF Foto: ©Terje Rakke/ Nordic Life Nordic Rakke/ ©Terje Foto: ISPS requirements Terminal facilities: Pre-arrival information: Public toilet, Souvenirs, Info [email protected] Port information Taxies/shuttle service: Available. Distance Port: Svolvær ISPS documents: 1. Ship Pre Arrival information to village center: 0 – 1000 meters Country: Norway Tour buses: 30 meters from the gangway 13 Port Authority: Vågan Havnevesen KF 2. Pax list Security: 3. Crew list Anchorage information: ISPS – Code implemented 4. Disembarking manifest Anchor position at Svolvær: 0,6 – 0,9 n.m Telephone: + 47 76 06 79 90 tender distance from pontoon dock. Telefax: + 47 76 06 79 91 Norwegian Chart nr. 462 has marked E-mail: [email protected] Berthing information: recommendations. VHF Ch: 16/12 Berths: Operating hours: 2 quay structures from 125 to 200 meter From 2 h. before ETA long. Arrival documents: Local time: Depth from 6 – 10 meter. Supplies and services: UTC +1 – summer UTC +2 1 pontoon – dock for ships fenders, 30 Lubricants: meters Fresh water: Height of berth: Garbage, sewage and sludge: Port approach: 5,0 meter above main sea level Forwarding: Eta to be given to general or local agent Tidal difference: Emergency telephone numbers: and Vågan Havnevesen KF no later than 12 Up to 3,2 meters. Main 2,50 meters. Police: 112 hr. before Eta. Tugs: Available Fire 110 Local pilot stations: Harbour Pilot: Not compulsory Acute medical assistance: 113 Lødingen pilot station: Mooring boat: Available Ambulance: 113 N 68 deg 22,9 min - E 16 deg 01,7 min Gangway: No shore side gangway available Port security officer: +47 91 66 19 92 Lofoten Ship Agency Your local ship agent - in the heart of the Lofoten islands

Lofoten Ship Agency Postboks 353 N-8376 LEKNES

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Arctic Guide Service

Arctic Guide Service AS was formerly company Tromsø Guide Service, localized Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Russian, Japanese, known as Lofoten Guide Service and in Tromsø, and offering the same services and Finnish. Tromsø Guide Service. as Lofoten Guide Service. Our guides have all undergone basic training. This involves attending a guiding The company has branches in Lofoten, The two companies have worked closely course in addition to private study and Tromsø and North Cape, and mainly deals together, and guides from Tromsø can be joining a number of tours as an observer. with guiding, and arranging tours for cruise used in Lofoten and vice versa. After our ships, the Coastal Steamer (Hurtigruten), expansion to North Cape, we are proud Our main office is based in Leknes, in and tour operators. to offer our services also here under the Vestvågøy municipality - In the heart of This forms the bulk of our activities. With- new name Arctic Guide Service, a name Lofoten in only few years we have established our- that shows our strong connection to the selves as the leading contractor and guide arctic region. Further info: service in the northern parts of Norway. [email protected] This season we will engage around 130 www. arcticguideservice.no We started up as Lofoten Guide Service in guides, and can offer tours in languages

2001. In 2006, we established the daughter as Norwegian, English, German, French, Ernst Furuhatt Foto: L o f o t e n

The table of distances can be used to plan and understand the distances in Lofoten. The map is an indicator of where the different sights and attractions are placed around the islands.

Austvågøy

n Vestvågøy Table – Cruise sightsof and Distances attractions of the Lofoten Islands e 18 t 24 Svolvær 20 21 23 o 22 17 Svolvær Port f 10 19 Table of distances in Lofoten Distances in kilometres. 10 km = 6,21 miles. 10 miles = 16 km. o 11 12 Flakstadøy Leknes n L 16 9 14 15 e Ramberg 13 7 Leknes Port d 5 r 6 o Alstad Ballstad Borg Digermulen Eggum Fiskebøl Fredvang Henningsvær Hov Kabelvåg Laukvik Leknes Mortsund Moskenesvåg Nusfjord Ramberg Reine Stamsund Sund Svolvær Sørvågen Å 8 j Alstad 0 40 14 116 21 76 65 35 19 37 79 28 38 88 53 59 84 43 71 42 89 92 f Moskenesøy t Ballstad 40 0 26 156 37 116 41 75 59 77 119 12 22 64 29 35 61 27 47 82 66 69 Reine 1 s Borg 14 26 0 130 11 90 51 49 33 51 93 14 24 74 39 45 70 29 57 56 75 78 2 3 4 e Diger- 116 156 130 0 139 43 180 100 113 79 74 144 154 203 169 174 200 144 186 74 205 208 V 17 mulen Eggum 21 37 11 139 0 99 61 57 41 60 102 25 35 84 50 55 81 40 67 65 86 89 Fiskebøl 76 116 90 43 99 0 140 59 73 39 31 104 114 163 129 134 160 104 146 34 165 168 Værøy Fredvang 65 41 51 180 61 140 0 100 83 101 143 36 46 29 23 6 26 51 12 106 31 34 Hennings- 35 75 49 100 57 59 100 0 31 21 63 63 73 123 88 94 119 63 106 26 124 127 Below you will find a selection of municipalities, products, transport, sights vær and attractions available in the Lofoten islands.Contact your Norwegian Hov 19 59 33 113 41 73 83 31 0 34 76 47 57 106 72 77 103 47 89 39 108 111 Røst excursion agent for tour proposals and prices customized to suit your needs. Kabelvåg 37 77 51 79 60 39 101 21 34 0 42 65 75 124 90 96 121 65 107 5 126 129 1. The Moskenes Island 16. Best Western Lofoten Hotel Laukvik 79 119 93 74 102 31 143 63 76 42 0 107 117 166 132 137 163 107 149 37 126 171 2. Brygga restaurant 17. Skaftnes Museum 3. Norsk fiskeværsmuseum 18. Lofoten Turistsenter Leknes 28 12 14 144 25 104 36 63 47 65 107 0 10 59 25 31 56 15 42 70 61 64 4. Lofoten tørrfiskmuseum 19. The Austvågøy Island Mortsund 38 22 24 154 35 114 46 73 57 75 117 10 0 69 35 41 66 24 52 80 71 74 5. The Flakstad Island 20. Galleri Lofotens Hus Moske- 88 64 74 203 84 163 29 123 106 124 166 59 69 0 46 29 5 74 23 129 2 5 6. Nusfjord fishing village 21. Magic Ice nesvåg 7. The Flakstad Church 22. Rica Hotel Svolvær Nusfjord 53 29 39 169 50 129 23 88 72 90 132 25 35 46 0 17 43 40 29 95 48 51 8. The Smithy in Sund 23. Storvågan and Sund museum of fisheries 24. Børsen Spiseri Ramberg 59 35 45 174 55 134 6 94 77 96 137 31 41 29 17 0 26 46 12 101 31 34 9. The Glass Hut at Vikten 25. Thon Hotel Lofoten Reine 84 61 70 200 81 160 26 119 103 121 163 56 66 5 43 26 0 72 20 126 7 10 10. The Vestvågøy Island 26. Rib-Lofoten Stamsund 43 27 29 144 40 104 51 63 47 65 107 15 24 74 40 46 72 0 57 70 77 80 11. Lofotr Viking Museum 27. Lofoten Golf Links 12. Vestvågøy Museum Sund 71 47 57 186 67 146 12 106 89 107 149 42 52 23 29 12 20 57 0 112 25 28 13. Vestvågøy Service port Transport and sights: Svolvær 42 82 56 74 65 34 196 26 39 5 37 70 80 129 95 101 126 70 112 0 126 134 14. Lofoten gaver og brukskunst Boreal Transport Lofoten Sørvågen 89 66 75 205 86 165 31 124 108 126 168 61 71 2 48 31 7 77 25 126 0 3 15. Skjærbrygga Arctic Buss Lofoten Å 92 69 78 208 89 168 34 127 111 129 171 64 74 5 51 34 10 80 28 134 3 0 The Moskenes Island – the municipality of Moskenes

Area: 118.6 km2 Population: 1.128 Centre of Municipal Administration: Reine Telephone: +47 76 05 31 00 www.moskenes.kommune.no

The municipality of Moskenes covers the oped and include grocery shops, a bank, southern part of the Island Moskenesøy, post office services, kiosks, restaurants, where the landscape has been sculpted cafes and a petrol station. There are many by glaciers and other elemental forces cultural activities in Moskenes, including that have turned into one of the wildest a music and culture school, a library, art and most fascinating spots in Norway. galleries and numerous societies and or- The landscape is characterized by sheer ganizations. mountains and a narrow shoreline, and Moskenes is dependent upon its primary has some of the oldest rocks in Europe, industry, the fisheries and this industry has approximately 3 billion years old. been, and still is essential for habitation on Today, settlement is concentrated on the this island. The fishing villages appear like inner side of the coast where there are “pearls on a string” and around every corner good harbor conditions for the fishing one can observe the living history and fleet, cargo vessels and leisure boats. culture of this fascinating and wild place

Services in the municipality are well-devel- of the world. NorgeKred Innovasjon Life/ Nordic Rakke/ KrediteringTerje Distance from Leknes pier At one occation : 300 pax 65 km. / 70 min. During one full day : Further info: Distance from Svolvær pier 900 pax (3 seatings) [email protected] 137 km. / 130 min. Recommended time to spend Maximum number of pax at attraction per visit: 45 min - 1 hour

Å is situated outermost in the Lofoten Islands and is one of Norway’s most authentic traditional fishing villages. Today, there are 33 listed buildings at the resort. In these unique surrounding we offer a great seafood buffet based on local products. Our restaurant has a spectacular view to the Lofoten Mountains and to the sea. Our service minded staff is well-trained to handle and serve big groups. In case of emergency there will always be somebody among our staff who have first aid course and have the knowledge to use our heart starter which is placed inside our

restaurant. NorgeKred Innovasjon Life/ Nordic Rakke/ KrediteringTerje

Brygga restaurant welcomes you to more 21 than a great food experience! Distance from Leknes pier Maximum number of pax Further info: Distances from Leknes pier: Maksimum number of pax: Further info: 65 km. / 70 min. At one occation: 300 pax http://www.lofoten-info.no/nfmuseum/ 65 km, 70 minutes At one occasion: 120 pax http://www.datadesign.ws/stockfish.htm During one full day: 1000 pax Distance from Svolvær pier Recommended time to spend at Distance from Svolvær pier During one full day: 1000 pax 130 km. / 140 min. attraction per visit: 1 – 2 hours Svolvær kai: 137 km, 130 minutter Recommended time to spend: 20-40 min

Norwegian Fishing Village Museum Lofoten Tørrfiskmuseum – come to see Lofoten 200 years back in time – The only one of its kind

Welcome to The Norwegian Fishing Village Museum, a comprehensive and exciting coastal museum in the old fishing village, Å. Educational exhibitions, guided tours, demonstrations, activities and information on DVD. Showing life and work in the fishing village and fishermen cabins over the past 200 years. The Lofoten fisheries, boats and tackle. Stockfish and clipfish. Sea monsters, myths, beliefs and superstitions. Cod-liver Stockfish is Norway’s oldest product for oil production. The old activ bakery and export. It has for thousands of years had a the smithy etc. great deal of importance for Lofoten, also in this day. The Lofoten stock fish museum Exhibitions include: exhibits the production line from start to • “The World’s Greatest Cod Fishery” The finish. Lofoten Fishery and the tackle and boats 23 We guide and teach about the stock used. Exhibition in the Main Boathouse fish for large groups in 6 languages: Ital- • “The long history of cod-liver oil”, Nor- ian, French, German, English, Spanish and way’s oldest cod-liver oil factory, sale of Norwegian. The owner and guide of this cod- liver oil museum has a thorough knowledge of • “Valuable goods for 1000 years” Old producing and selling fish in Lofoten and stockfish production plant, cod heads and has worked in the trade exporting the roes stock fish for 20 years. • “Social classes” The homes of the fisher- The guiding through the museum is inter- man’s family and the squire esting, but also a unique, memorable and • “A hard and perilous life” The “rorbu” fun experience. For many years we have cabin and the life of the visiting fisherman focused on delivering quality guiding and • “Every blade of grass was of value” The information and we take pride in answering all barn and stables: coastal farming north of the questions that guests may have. the Arctic Circle. Feedback from cruise operators has been • The Blacksmith’s - production of orna- very good! mental cod-liver oil lamps and knives • Active old bakery (1844). Sale of fresh Welcome cinnamon rolls and other pastries to the Lofoten stock fish museum! • Souvenir shops Sale of local home crafts etc. The Flakstad Island – the municipality of Flakstad

Area: 180 km2 Population: 1.438 Centre of Municipal Administration: Ramberg Telephone: +47 76 05 22 01 www.flakstad.kommune.no Foto: Knut-Ivar Johansen Knut-Ivar Foto: The municipality of Flakstad consists of the island of Flakstadøy and the northern part of Moskenesøy. Primary industries are fisheries and agriculture. Scattered across the islands you will find places such as Vikten that can trace and exhibit settle- ments all the way back to the stone age, modern fishing villages like Napp as well as old fishing hamlets such as Sund where the fishing industry has been alive since the 16th century. Culture and art is prominent through craftsman’s shops, galleries and restaurants as a natural part of the villages in this municipality. Services available in this island includes a supermarket, a petrol station, tourist information and a library – all found in the municipal centre of Ramberg. Distance from Leknes pier Maximum number of pax Further info: www.nusfjord.no Distance from Leknes pier Maximum number of pax Further info: +47 76 09 31 45 30 km. / 30 min. At one occation : 500 pax 25 km. / 25 min. At one occation : 130 pax Distance from Svolvær pier During one full day : 2500 pax During one full day : 600 pax 100 km. / 90 min. Recommended time to spend at Distance from Svolvær pier Recommended time to spend at attraction per visit: 1 hour 91 km. / 95 min. attraction per visit: 30 minutes

Nusfjord fishing village - Nusfjord The Flakstad Church – Norways oldest & best preserved fishing village – a proud heritage

Lofoten has a strong cultural heritage through its Christian community, which is reflected in its many churches. The current church in Flakstad was built in 1780 and is built on a site where several churches stood before it. The timber is Russian as a result of the pomor trade, and the building itself is inspired by the russian churches and their architectonic style in the 18th century. Flakstad and its parish is named as early as the middle ages, through the West on the Lofoten Islands lies Nusfjord, testament of Arvid Ingelsøn which was Norways oldest and best preserved fishing issued in 1430. village. Nusfjord is surrounded by impressive The church is well-used by its parish today mountains and crags. Here the small fishing and we are proud to show you our living village has stood firm against the elements and proud history! 27 for generations. Protected by its natural harbour; on a clear day you can see all the way to Bodø on the other side of the Vest- fjord. Find shelter in your own newly restored rorbu or get warm with great food and drinks along with good friends and colleagues behind the panoramic windows of Restaurant Karoline. With its original rorbus and buildings, Nusfjord provides a unique atmosphere. Wander along the pier, visit the historical buildings, watch the multimedia show or visit the souvenir shop located in the old country store from 1907.

Welcome to Nusfjord! Foto: ©2005 Terje Rakke/ Nordic Life Nordic Rakke/ Terje ©2005 Foto: Johansen Knut-Ivar Foto: Distance from Leknes pier Maximum number of pax Further info: www.smedenisund.no Distance from Leknes pier Maximum number of pax Further info: +47 76 09 44 42 40km. / 50 min. At one occation : 200 pax 30 km. / 30min. At one occation : 100 pax During one full day: 800 pax During one full day : 300 pax Distance from Svolvær pier Recommended time to spend at Distance from Svolvær pier Recommended time to spend at 110 km. / 100 min. attraction per visit : 1 hour 100km. / 90 min. attraction per visit : 30 min – 1 hour

The Smithy in Sund and Sund museum of fisheries – The smithy shapes hard iron into soft curves of beauty -The more Glass to offer Hutthan artistsat Vikten and architectonic statements

Where the North Sea carves its shores into beautiful sculptures is the place where you find the artists of the Tangrand family.

The glass is produced at the Glass Hut. In the small fishing village of Sund is where 29 Here you will witness the glassblower at you will find a unique and alive museum. work. A lump of matte material is turned It all works as an installation depicting into beautiful, glossy products, with warm the history of boat motors and fishing sparkles – it’s almost magic! equipment. The Glass Hut offers you the benefit of an outstanding view towards the beach and the ocean. In a harmonious coexistence with the Glass Hut you will find the Pottery Tower. This is where Åse Tangrand juggles with The smith in Sund offers a unique product. clay and creates beautiful, yet practical He invites you in to his working environ- tools – almost too nice for the kitchen! ment with warm humour and wits, whilst The Pottery Tower leads you up to the fa- creating extraordinary art with his tools. cility’s coffee shop. His main productions are the king- Vikten has more to offer than artists and cormorants, which can also be bought architectonic statements. Just a step away from the gift shop. from the buildings, you can enjoy the Welcome unique nature. Take a walk along the beach, to a unique and educational experience! or a take village tour – notice how green the grass is, pick flowers, breathe in the sea smell, and observe the sheep on the mountain Foto: Knut-Ivar Johansen Knut-Ivar Foto: Johansen Knut-Ivar Foto: The Vestvågøy Island – The municipality of Vestvågøy

Area: 422 km2 Population: 10.702 Centre of Municipal Administration: Leknes Telephone: +47 76 05 60 00 www.vestvagoy.kommune.no

Vestvågøy is one of the larger agricultural areas of the county of Nordland. The island consists of wide valleys and a blend of sheering mountain peaks as well as rounded mountains making it a ramblers dream. Stamsund and Ballstad are the largest fishing villages on this island and the large fishing fleet contributes to the employ- ment of a significant number of people in the maritime engineering industry. The beaches of the island are marvelous and the far side, or “the outer side” is the most accessible from this island. The outer side of Lofoten is where the roughness of the

arctic climate can experienced, and where NorgeKred Innovasjon Life/ Nordic Rakke/ KrediteringTerje the midnight sun can be seen.

The municipality is a center of commerce and service and has a hospital, Nordland college of fisheries, churches, svimming pools, cinema, restaurants and cafes, auto repair shops, specialist shops, pharmacies and many other services and cultural experiences on offer.

Historically the island has been a center of power in Norway tracing back all the way back to the Iron and Viking ages and the largest attraction in Lofoten – the Lofotr Viking Museum is situated on this island. Leknes havn is the largest cruise terminal in Lofoten today. The island hosts several cultural events such as food, theatre and arts festivals. Distance from Leknes pier Chieftain house Vikingship and Chieftain house Distance from Leknes pier Maximum number of pax Further info: 17km. / 17 min. At one occation : At one occation : every hour 50 pax 3km. / 5 min. At one occation: 90 pax http://www.lofotr.no Distance from Svolvær pier Osan every 20 min 145 pax/3 buses During one full day : 3000 pax During one full day : 1500 pax /Engelsk/engFygle_65.html 56 km. / 50 min. During one full day : 3000 pax Recommended time to spend at Distance from Svolvær pier Recommended time to spend at Recommended time to spend at attraction per visit: 3 hours. 70km. / 65 min. attraction per visit: 30min Maximum number of pax: attraction per visit: 100 min. Further info: www.lofotr.no

Lofotr Viking Museum Vestvågøy Museum – a living Viking museum – the 1900-century life in Lofoten

A THOUSAND YEARS AGO the biggest houses of the Viking Age stood on the sacred heights at Lofotr on the Lofoten 33 islands. Lofotr Viking Museum is situated at Borg in the Lofoten Islands. Here the mistress of the household and the chieftain held sway. Archaeologists from the whole of Northern Europe came flocking to Lofoten, where the farm of one of the mightiest North- Norwegian chieftains was found. The 83-metre long chieftain’s house has been reconstructed to its full size. Old school and municipal administration. The old school in Fygle, built in 1898, and In the Viking Museum’s chieftain’s house, an outhouse from 1950. The oldest fishing

you will imagine yourself back in the Ivar Bergsmo Trym Foto: cabin “Rorbu” preserved in Lofoten. Viking Age. Demonstrations of handicrafts as carried out 1100 years ago, taste the Exhibitions and guided tours. Reconstruc- Viking Museum’s lamb stew, row the Viking tions of one of the old classrooms, and the ship, or take part in Viking activities. Learn teacher`s residence. about the historyof the Vikings at Lofotr Rooms used by the council and other Viking Museum! boards and committees. A “rorbu” cabin from 1834 providing an A day at Lofotr Viking Museum insight into the everyday life of the fisher- is an unforgettable experience. man. Foto: ©2005 Terje Rakke/ Nordic Life Nordic Rakke/ Terje ©2005 Foto: Further info: Distance from Leknes pier Maximum number of pax Distance from Leknes pier Maximum number of pax +47 90 02 38 64/+47 90 87 12 83 3 km. / 5 min. At one occation : 60 pax 3 km. / 5 min. At one occation : 100 pax During one full day : 1500 pax During one full day : 500 pax Distance from Svolvær pier Recommended time to spend at Distance from Svolvær pier Recommended time to spend at 69km. / 70 min. attraction per visit : 10-20 min 69km. / 70 min. attraction per visit : 20 min

Vestvågøy Service port Lofoten gaver og brukskunst - Lofoten gaver og brukskunst – The special gift shop in Lofoten

Lofoten Gaver og Brukskunst would like to welcome you to visit our store in Leknes city centre, right in the heart of Lofoten. We can offer you not only the island’s biggest selection of souvenirs, but also a fascinating glimpse into Lofoten’s past. 35 Welcome to Lofoten! At the Leknes pier a Along with the huge range of souvenir special gift and service shop awaits to suit items, you will find 1000year-old nets, your needs while visiting our islands. chests, oars, and even a boat - memories We can offer you: of the incredibly hard lifestyle that shaped • Internet the Lofoten of today. And if it’s cold out- • Internet WLAN side, it’s always cosy inside - our wood • Rent A Car fire stove will keep you warm while you • Shuttlebus browse or perhaps relax with a hot drink • General information and freshly baked cake. • Exchange Lofoten Gaver og Brukskunst offers: • Fishing gear rentals • Free entry • Souvernirs • Local handicrafts, art, and ceramics • Post cards • Clothing and Jewellery • Stamps • Postcards and pictures and post office services • Cloudberry jam • Taxfree shopping • Coffee and cake • Tax free shopping …And we take pride in serving Norway’s • All major credit cards and currencies tastiest and cheapest waffles! accepted

Welcome to Lofoten! We look forward to seeing you! Skjærbrygga restaurant – a gem in the midst of the Lofoten Islands Further info: www.skjaerbrygga.no

Distance from Leknes pier 3 km. / 5 min.

Distance from Svolvær pier 69km. / 70 min.

Maximum number of pax At one occation : 160 pax During one full day : 320 pax

Skjærbrygga is an old industrial building for production within the fisheries, that has been fully restored and is situated by the water in idyllic surroundings in the beautiful fishing village of Stamsund. The restaurant is warm and welcoming and has a unique atmosphere that will take visitors centuries back in time. We have an excellent menu and our staff is well trained and experienced. Our kitchen is good, and we base our menu on local produce.. We prepare a large buffet with cold and hot dishes and fresh bread and water will be ready by the tables when our guests arrives. Our system of logistics is well developed ensuring that none of the guests will have to wait long for their food to be served. The quality of our food and our idyllic surroundings makes sure to bring a unique and memorable experience for our guests

Welcome! Distance from Leknes pier Maximum number of pax Further info: http://www.lofotr.no Distance to/from: On a full day: 300 Further info: 7 km. / 15 min. At one occation : 90 pax /Engelsk/engSkaftnes_66.html Leknes pier: 33 km Pax coffee stop: 160 http://www.datadesign.ws/turistsenter/ During one full day : 500 pax Svolvær pier: 36 km Coffee stops over a full day: 450 Distance from Svolvær pier Recommended time to spend at Maximum number of pax: Recommended time to spend at 75 km. / 75 min. attraction per visit: 30min Pax lunch pr seating: 100 guests attraction per visit: 45 mins-1 hour

Skaftnes Museum Lofoten turistsenter – our cultural heritage of fisheries and farming – traditional and hearty home made cooking

Logistically the tourist center is located in a good location in Lofoten. We are conveniently situated in the middle of Lofoten surrounded by country side 39 views and beautiful mountains all around. The Lofoten tourist center offers food in a traditional northern Norwegian home made style.

The food origins from local produce, and we especially take pride in our fish dishes. Last year, our café/restaurant received an award for having the best homemade cooking along the road in the county of Nordland! The fisherman`s farm of Skaftnes is situated The parking is ample and we have good in idyllic surroundings between Sennesvik toilet facilities as well as a nice and inviting and Ure. staff. We look forward to your visit! The buildings include the farmhouse with an interesting and authentic interior, a quayside warehouse with landing station for fish and an old country store. There is also a large boathouse with stone walls, a collection of Nordland-type boats and a smithy with authentic inventory and a unique set of bellows. Area: 477 km2 known as “the Svolvær goat” is the towns most character- Population: 8.957 istic feature, and the town has one of the most important The Austvågøy Island Centre of Municipal Administration: Svolvær harbors for maritime services in Northern Norway today. Telephone: +47 75 42 00 00 The surrounding towns such as Henningsvær and Kabelvåg – The municipality of Vågan www.vagan.kommune.no are large fishing villages and Storvågan is a historical area with roots back to the year 900. In the middle ages, it was The municipality of Vågan consists of the islands of Austvågøy the most densely populated area in Northern Norway as well as a number of smaller islands such as Gimsøy and due to the Lofoten fisheries. The municipality of Vågan has Skrova. The municipality has a large cultural and artistic scene galleries featuring prestigious artists depicting Lofoten’s hosting around 75% of the region’s professional artists. and northern norway’s unique style of life and rich culture. The town of Svolvær is the municipal administration center and is the largest town of the Lofoten regional area. The crag Foto: Chris Craggs Foto: Distance from Leknes pier Maximum number of pax Further info: www.galleri-lofoten.no Distance from Leknes pier Maximum number of pax Further info: www.magic-ice.no 60 km/ 65 min. At one occation : 200 pax 69 km. / 75 min. At one occation : 150 pax During one full day : 1200 pax During one full day : 1500 Distance from Svolvær pier Recommended time to spend at Distance from Svolvær pier Recommended time to spend at 25 km. / 30min. attraction per visit: 1 hour 0 km. / 0 min. attraction per visit: (15-30 min) Galleri Lofotens hus Magic Ice – Northern Norway’s new national gallery – the world’s only permanent ice bar and ice gallery

In Henningsvær, you will be able to visit Galleri Lofotens Hus, also known as Gal- leri Karl Erik Harr. The gallery has three floors. 43 The ground floor has one of the largest Welcome to an enchanted atmosphere, a collections of art from the so-called Gold- magical adventure - en Age of North Norwegian painting, from at the World’s first permanent Ice Gallery the late 18th to the early 19th century. and Bar! Imagine you are looking at the When the European Royal Families visited island realm of Lofoten through a crystal the gallery, it was featured in Norway’s big- ball… gest newspaper, VG, as Northern Norway’s Magic Ice offers you the pleasure of new national gallery. browsing ice art and coastal culture while enjoying a variety of refreshments. On the first floor, you can find an exhi- Sculptures and installations made of ice, bition by one of Norway’s best-known dramatically lit and presented together contemporary artists, Karl Erik Harr. The with sound, music and images, tell the story second floor has an excellent exhibition of nature, traditions and the life of the of photographs taken during the Lofoten fisherman in this abundant island realm. Fishery in the 1920s. Magic Ice has an atmosphere that has to But before you see these wonderful art be experienced from the inside! It is more works, there is a multimedia show put to- than just an “ice bar”, it is a crystal clear gether by photographer Frank A. Jensen. It reflection of a distinctive community built is a series of beautiful images that shows on the riches of the sea – in the heart of life in Lofoten throughout the year. There the landscape where it all came to be. is no commentary, just music and the You get warm “penguin coat”, gloves and sounds of Nature. shoes ©2005 Terje Rakke/ Nordic Life Nordic Rakke/ Terje ©2005 Distance from Leknes pier Maximum number of pax Further info: www.rica-lofoten.no Distance from Leknes pier Maximum number of pax per visit: Approx 4 hours, this includes a 72 km. / 60 min. At one occation : 300 pax for lunch 70 km. / 75 min.(ca) At one occation : 400 pax, visit to Gallery Espolin, the Lofoten aquarium lunch at one occation:250 pax and the Lofoten museum of middle ages as Distance from Svolvær pier Distance from Svolvær pier During one full day : 800 pax well as lunch at the Nyvågar Rorbu hotell. 0,3 km. / 5 min. 6 km. / 10 min. Recommended time to spend at attraction Other arrangements can be done. Rica Hotel Svolvær Storvågan – an unbeatable location – The complete experience

Storvågan invites you to see all of Lofoten Rica Hotel Svolvær is situated on its own in one place. With all the sights located little island overlooking the pier and shore- in one spot, Storvågan is the miniature line of Svolvær town. It is the perfect spot edition of the Lofoten islands: We have a for recreation, experiences and holiday - large aquarium that shows the northern or business seminars and conferences. Norwegian sea life on close range, coastal The Bauen restaurant and Bauen bar is in history, art, a café and restaurant, confer- a boat-shaped building with a panoramic ence facilities and ample accommodation. view of the beautiful sea shore and pier of This experience can be enjoyed by the Svolvær. While you enjoy a great meal in whole family, old as well as young! the best location in svolvær, make sure you enjoy the views. The nature and scenery Welcome to Lofoten’s heart – we guaran- surrounding our location is unbeatable! tee an unforgettable experience!

Welcome! Further info: www.storvagan.no KrediteringTerje Rakke/ Nordic Life/ Innovasjon NorgeKred Innovasjon Life/ Nordic Rakke/ KrediteringTerje Distance from Leknes pier Maximum number of pax Further info: www.svinoya.no Distance from Leknes pier Maximum number of pax Further info: 70 km. / 70 min. At one occation : 80 pax 50 km. / 58 min. At one occation : 160 pax www.lofotengolf.no During one full day : 160 pax During one full day : 320 pax www.68lofoten.no Distance from Svolvær pier Recommended time to spend at Distance from Svolvær pier Recommended time to spend at 1 km. / 3 min. attraction per visit: 1,5 hours 38 km. / 40 min. attraction per visit: 1 or 2,5 hour Børsen Spiseri Lofoten Golf Links Rustic dining in a venerable environment Midnight Sun Golf and Midnight Sun Dining

Words cannot justify the experience of visiting Lofoten golf links. It is one of those ten places to visit in a lifetime. Find out why the New York Times has written about us, and why Malcolm Campbell (former editor at Golf Monthly) would rather go to Lofoten Golf Links over the British Open.

Børsen Spiseri offers a unique dining experience 47 Børsen Spiseri is one of the most distinctive restaurants in the Lofoten Islands. The restaurant is housed in a venerable quayside warehouse dating back to 1828, and considerable emphasis has been placed on maintaining the building’s original features. Most of the building’s historical attributes Out of altogether 36.000 golf courses have been preserved, providing an atmos- in the world – there are only 235 Links phere with an aroma of tar and rope. Both courses. Out of all of these…There is meat and fish dishes are served here, made only one you can play golf at 24 hours of from Lofoten’s unique and fresh, local the day! ingredients. In addition we serve fantastic cuisine. The Relax in a nostalgic and rustic environ- experience might even top what the golf ment as we serve you lunch. course delivers In the same building we find the former “Krambua” or old general store, which is a tiny museum in its own right. Old wares and equipment from bygone times still hang from the ceiling there, taking you 100 years back in time. Menu: 2 or 3 course lunch menu of high standard. Capacity per boat: 12 pax Distance from pier in Svolvær: 0 m Number of boats: 3 Distance from pier in Leknes: 0 m Duration trips: From 1-2 hours. Five departures each day are possible. Contact Information: www.rib-lofoten.com

Rib-Lofoten

Explore Lofotens nature from sea level in our fast going Zodiacs. A RIB experience is an exciting event throughout the year. Our guides and captains have local knowledge of our culture and history. On our trips from Svolvær we can visit the magnificent Trollfjord, sandy beaches, the fishermen village Skrova and the Lofoten Aquarium in Kabelvåg. From Leknes Port we take our guests out to Ballstad, where the fishing industry still is of big importance for the people living there. On our trips there is a very good chance to get a glimpse of the majestic white-tailed sea eagle, and other birds special for our region.

Thon Hotel Lofoten AS Restaurant Bojer – High-class local food

Thon Hotel Lofoten opened in March 2009, cheeses and Lofoten lamb. Distance from Leknes pier and is connected directly to Lofoten Cul- The hotel is awarded “Twinings Best Break- 72 km/60 min. ture Centre. The hotel is situated on the fast 2011” and “Trip Advisor Travellers waterfront in Svolvær, and is the perfect Choice 2012”. Nominated “best travel and Distance from Svolvær pier base for exploring the fantastic scenery in tourism product Norway” by Innovation 0 km/0 min. the area around Lofoten. Restaurant Bojer Norway 2011 overlooks the Svolvær waterfront on the Main restaurant seats 120. Buffet restaurant Maximum number of pax: 3000 town square and emphasizes fresh local in- seats 250. Banquet hall seats 700. Panoram- At one occasion: 1500 gredients such as skrei (Barents cod), dried ic banquet seats 180. Molldøra Foaje seats cod, fresh fish from local fishermen, local 250+. Further info: www.thonhotels.no/lofoten 51

Boreal transport Lofoten Arctic Buss Lofoten – a part of Europe’s leading private operator - arctic.travel of ground public transportation

Distance from Leknes pier Bus tours with Boreal Arctic Buss Lofoten provides transportation coaches have 50 to 54 comfortable seats We welcome you to contact us when 0 km/0 min. with VDL long distance coaches, model including one guide seat. planning for your group and will be happy Transport Lofoten 2008-2012. These have microphone, to help you with suggestions and program. Distance from Svolvær pier aircondition, toilet, water heater, cooler, Also offered and conveyed rental of other 0 m/0 min. Boreal Transport Lofoten AS is a company in We have the infrastructure and the wireless internet access, three-point seat coaches, all with a good standard. Minibus For further info, please visit Boreal Environment operating public trans- experience, and we have the staff at your belts on all seats and the latest generation 9 seats + our driver is offered to the smallest Maximum number of pax port in Nordland, Troms and Finnmark service. of engines with environmentally friendly groups and individuals that request a www.arcticbuss.no at one occasion : 35 busses counties. Euro 5 technology. They also have PC personalized program. Custo-mized Shuttle Recommended time to spend at shore Further info: www. boreal-transport.no connection, DVD, GPS and front camera Bus available. E-mail: [email protected] excursions: 4-8 hours. We have been operating the transport of for display on two monitors on board. Our Telephone: (+47) 926 99 060 shore excursions in Lofoten since 1984.