Top Things to do in Lofoten Islands
10 Things to do in Lofoten Islands That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Lofoten Islands, Norway including Festvagtind Hike, Nasjonal Turistveg Lofoten, Lofoten Krigsminne Museum, Reinebringen, Haukland Beach, Tjeldbergtind, Henningsvaer, Uttakleiv Beach, Floya, Magic Ice Lofoten.
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1. Festvagtind Hike
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 54 reviews
The hike starts with the parkinglot in Festvag. Walk 100 m in direction Henningsvaer, take a turn to the right and follow the trail. It`s steep, but the view is amazing.
Reviewed By watchviking
Hiking up is definitely worth the effort. If you dont dare to go all the way up: there is incredible views to be seen in the midsection of the trail in ”heiavannet viewpoint” as well. If you are climbing all the way you should still visit this midsection viewpoint and possibly swim in the lake located up there. Locals said that I could also drink the water from the lake beside ”hieavannet” and I did top my bottles there! :) All the way to the top awaits a view that is really worth the trouble of getting up there. To me it took about 2h to climb all the way up. Would probably reserve 3-4h total so you can rest and take in the view as well. There is paid parking at the starting point. From the midsection up the trail is more tricky. If it is raining be extra careful.
2. Nasjonal Turistveg Lofoten
3. Lofoten Krigsminne Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 337 reviews
Lofoten Krigsminnemuseum
Reviewed By bcsadventures - Oslo, Norway
If you have any interest about World War II, I would definitely recommend coming here. Very interesting and unique to the area. Significance of the war effort and finding the enigma machine locally was crucial to the allies winning the war. Very interesting!
4. Reinebringen
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 238 reviews
Temporary Closed Because Of Renovation
Reviewed By Westnorwegian - Oslo, Norway
Perfect mix of the possibility to get some exercise and be paid by get one of the best views easy accessible in Lofoten. Highly recommend if the weather is OK and it's possible to enjoy the view.
5. Haukland Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 353 reviews
Haukland is one of Lofoten's most famous beaches and voted to Norway's best beach. It is located only 10 minutes drive from Leknes. Popular area for hiking for all levels and ages!
Reviewed By TravelCat1970
We raced the setting sun to see this beach...it was amazing. 50+ mile/hour winds and insanely beautiful landscape. If you're in the area and want an amazing view it's worth the stop - even in the dead of Winter!
6. Tjeldbergtind
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 74 reviews
Reviewed By jusylte - Sandnes, Norway
This route was suggested in Tourist office as an alternative to Fløya in a rainy day. We are experienced hikers, but I didn’t want to take a risk to take kids up if the weather will get worse. We walked from boats marina to the start of the trail next to fire station. The trail starts as a tractor way and continues through the steep forest after. There are 2 tops you can access walking the same ridge. The both are easy, but the higher one had 20-30 meters you need to hold a rope. Views from both are breathtaking. Good hiking shoes are always advised!
7. Henningsvaer
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 51 reviews
Reviewed By goingwalkabout - Tonsberg, Norway
Henningsvær is a very cosy little place that I enjoy staying in. Small shops and galleries, great characteristic fishing village and still a vibrant town. Just being here makes me relax. Take some time here and slow down.
8. Uttakleiv Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 138 reviews
Reviewed By goingwalkabout - Tonsberg, Norway
Awesome beach that would have been great for staying out late in the midnight sun. possible to camp with your tent. The beach is full of big round rocks. hiking possibilities along the beach and to nearby mountaintops. We loved it here
9. Floya
10. Magic Ice Lofoten
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 416 reviews
Magic Ice, in Svolvær – the capital of Lofoten, offers you the pleasure of browsing ice art and coastal culture while enjoying a variety of refreshments. Sculptures and installations made of ice, dramatically lit and presented together with sound, music and images, tell the story of nature, traditions and the life of the fisherman in this abundant island realm. Magic Ice has an atmosphere that has to be experienced from the inside! It is more than just an “ice bar”, it is a crystal clear reflection of a distinctive community built on the riches of the sea – in the heart of the landscape where it all came to be.
Reviewed By jacquelinee930
If you choose to visit here you must try the ice slide ! It’s great fun no matter what age you are. The rest of the ice sculptures are amazing particularly some of the panels that are mixed in amongst the free standing sculptures. It may not be the cheapest place to visit, but if you are on the Hurtigruten ship the entrance fee is discounted and you still get the free drink in an ice glass. My husband wasn’t keen on visiting it, in the first instance, but having been he considers it as probably the best thing we did on the trip. The staff are really friendly and happy to answer any questions you might have about the sculptures, special mention should go to Victor, who talked to us for ages.
