Top Things to do in Vestvagoy
Top Restaurants in Vestvagoy
Top 10 Things to do in Vestvagoy, Northern Norway
Discover the best top things to do in Vestvagoy, Norway including Lofoten Gaardsysteri, Justadtinden, Himmeltinden, Galleri2, Haukland Beach, Hiking on the hills, Offersoykammen Hiking Trail, Uttakleiv Beach, Lofotr Viking Museum, Aalan Gard.
Restaurants in Vestvagoy
1. Lofoten Gaardsysteri
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5.0 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By woodywood38 - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
As a French, seeing all those goats and cheese roaming free in Lofoten I was curious to find some locally made cheese after trying this famous brown sugary cheese. When arriving at the farm, it already felt very authentic and the cheese... just delicious. We tried the mixed cow and goat milk and pure goat milk. This place is a must go if you are passing by.
2. Justadtinden
3. Himmeltinden
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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.
4. Galleri2
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
5. Haukland Beach
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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. Hiking on the hills
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4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By 984bjarnep - Trondheim, Norway
Lofoten; one of the World's wonders. The remaining ridge from the split between The Americas and Europe. Lofoten's nature, environment and atmosphere is a must for "The bucket list".
7. Offersoykammen Hiking Trail
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4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By Kalleus - Finland, null
We were looking for a quick day hike and stumbled across this trail. The ascension was a relatively easy and fast, but very rewarding with the view it offers. We visited during very busy season, but the trail had a lot less hikers than the staircase at Reinebringen for example. Even for an average joe, a round trip should take 2 hours at max. You get a nice view of the surrounding areas including Haukland beach and Leknes city. I'd say that it's one of the best views that you can reach with relative ease. Summer sunset views with the sun setting behind Haukland/Uttakleiv beach should be magical.
8. 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
9. Lofotr Viking Museum
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4.0 based on 720 reviews
Meet the Vikings! At Borg in Lofoten, the largest longhouse in the world of the Vikings has been found - and reconstructed. Upon entering the 83 meter longhouse, you embark on a journey more than an 1000 years back in time. In addition to the Viking Chieftain's house, the museum offers modern exhibition halls with archaeological artifacts, and the story of the finding and excavation of Borg. In the film theatre, we show a short drama-film. During summer, the Viking ship is moored at the seaside, 20 min walk from the Chieftain's house. June 01 - end August guests may participate in Viking activities, such as rowing the Viking ship and trying their hand at archery. All year, different Viking meals are being served, check web for more info. The museum is open all year - check home page for hours as it varies through the year.
Reviewed By mikelS1797BZ - Darton, United Kingdom
Short (too short) Viking feast stopover whilst northbound on the MS Nordkapp as a Northern Lights cruise excursion. The Viking house is stunning complete with very welcome fire pit and the lamb and vegetable meal was very substantial alongside a generous helping of local mead. The re-enactment of the ceremonies with role play actors added real atmosphere to accompany the meal with a opportunity (which everyone took) to dance around the fire pit which certainly assisted the digestion. Afterwards we had a very short visit to the museum before being coached back to the ship at the next port. The evening was very well organised although on a restricted timeframe, staff very welcoming and a well created Viking atmosphere. Highly recommended.
10. Aalan Gard
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 25 reviews
