“There is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothes”
(Norwegian proverb)
Yes, there is bad weather! And nice indoor experiences when you don’t want to be outdoors anymore. Lofoten, Vesterålen and the Narvik region have many museums that tell about life here in the north. While it is cold and wet outside, it is warm and comfortable inside.
“Only the Hurtigruten goes”. Halfdan Sivertsen wrote that song in 1994. We who live here recognize ourselves. Even in bad weather, we could rely on the Hurtigruten, our lifeblood along the coast, to come and go.
Explore the Hurtigruten and its history without getting seasick. Feel the warm scent of tar and fire. Experience the artist’s passion through paintings and prints. Study life on the shore – without getting wet and cold.
Passion for light and dark
Through distinctive works of art, Kaare Espolin Johnsen has depicted life in the north.
The smell of tar and fire
Study architecture, arts and archaeological objects. Travel 1000 years back in time.
A lifeblood in Norway
One of Europe’s best museums – and important Norwegian history. Come on board!
Freshly cooked cod liver oil
At the end of the E-10 is the fishing village of Å. Walk straight into history.
To the top of the tower
Andenes has Norway’s fourth tallest lighthouse. Experience the view!
To the bottom of the Sea
Meet life in the Lofoten Sea. haddock, saithe, cod and sea urchins. And seals and otters!
Spectacular railway
Narvik’s ice-free harbor has meant a lot to the city at the bottom of the fjord.
Not today’s standard
The living conditions for the fishermen were rough 100 – 200 years ago.
World War 2
Hear the stories and see rare uniforms and artifacts from World War 2.
Practical info – outside
Practical info – inside
Take your time. All the museums have friendly, knowledgeable employees. Many, but not all, of the museums have a café and gift shop. If it’s cold and wet outside, it’s warm and nice inside. Welcome!
