Location: Leknes
Top Things to do in Leknes
The 5 Best Nature & Parks in Leknes, Northern Norway
Leknes (help·info) is a town in Nordland county, Norway. The town is also the administrative centre of the municipality of Vestvågøy (with 10,764 inhabitants, it is the most populous municipality in Lofoten and Vesterålen). The 2.37-square-kilometre (590-acre) town has a population (2013) of 3,176. The population density of the town is 1,340 inhabitants per square kilometre (3,500/sq mi). Leknes was designated a "town" (Norwegian: by) in 2002.
Restaurants in Leknes
1. Justadtinden
2. Himmeltinden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
On Vestvagøy you can pick and choose among rides high and low. The highest peak is "Himmeltinden" The tour starts from Uutakleiv og Haukland beach. The main top is 964 meters above sea level. The view is breathtaking. The hike to Vestvagøy islands highest peak takes 5-6 hours up and down, not marked, partly trail. More information about the trip at the local tourist office in Leknes.
3. 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!
4. Uttakleiv Beach
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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
5. Holandsmelen Hiking Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
