Activities at Anker Brygge
Outdoor activities
Lofoten is perhaps most renowned for its breathtaking scenery, with spectacular mountains framing a wild coastline. This delightful area is open to all – there are few restrictions or regulations on right of way. Lofoten has a world of outdoor pursuits, whether you are visiting alone or as part of a group. Short or long hillwalks – difficult or easy: www.lofoten-aktiv.no and www.xxlofoten.no
Explore the islands and coastline of Lofoten by kayak – sheltered coves and narrow fjords.
This is the absolutely best way to get close up to nature. www.lofoten-aktiv.no and www.xxlofoten.no
Deep-sea rafting in a high-speed RIB. You won’t get closer to the sea and elements than this. We often call in at the most and least well-known fishing villages of Lofoten. www.lofoten-opplevelser.no
A round of golf under the Midnight Sun. Lofoten is the only place in the world where you can play golf all night long under the sun.
Lofoten Golf Links has a delightful and challenging 9-hole golf course with natural hazards presented by the sea, cliffs and beaches (and the view). Group golfing also catered for. May to October. www.lofoten-golf.no
The autumn heralds the arrival of the herring, closely followed by the killer whales or orca. In Lofoten, you can get up close to these fascinating animals. You can even go snorkelling alongside them if you are brave enough. October to January. www.orca.tysfjord.no
A skiing holiday in the high mountains is a real adventure. Skiing in Lofoten is more than that, made unique by the views of the sea 1000 metres directly below you. There are plenty of waymarked and groomed cross-country trails, and demanding trips with extreme descents throughout the area. www.lofoten-aktiv.no
Indoor activities
Lofoten has welcomed artists from as far back as the Norwegian golden age at the end of the 19th century. Christian Krogh became quite obsessed with the lighting in Lofoten and has travelled here year after year to capture the landscape on canvas. Several galleries throughout the area have exhibitions of both classical and contemporary pictorial art.
www.galleri-lofoten.no
www.galleri-espolin.no
www.nnks.no
Engelskmannsbrygga or Englishman’s wharf in Henningsvær. Ceramic and glass art. Blow your own glass.
www.engelskmannsbrygga.no
Enjoy an espresso while you make your own candles. Henningsvær Lysstøperi. Café and candle workshop.
www.henningsvarlys.no
Become a Viking for the day!
The Lofotr Viking Museum is an authentic museum located in a copy of the Viking Olaf Tvennumbrunis’ chieftain’s house from the Viking age. Also caters for functions and groups.
Authentic adventures in an authentic environment.
www.lofotr.no
