Route

Lofoten

Lofoten (English: /ˈloʊfoʊtən, loʊˈfoʊtən/ LOH-foh-tən, loh-FOH-tən, Norwegian: [ˈlùːfuːtn̩]; Lule Sami: Lufoahtta; Northern Sami: Lufuohttá)[1] is an archipelago and a traditional district in the county of Nordland, Norway.

Land🇳🇴 Noorwegen
Duur🕐 3
Afstand📍 230 km
Wegkwaliteit🟡 Goed
Drukte🔴 Druk
Expertbeoordeling
★★★★★
5— Aboslute stunning!
🌐Deze content is automatisch vertaald en kan onnauwkeurigheden bevatten.

About this route

Norwegian Scenic Route Lofoten runs from Raftsundet to Å [E10] with detours to Grunnfør [7638], Henningsvær [816], Eggum [7724], Unstad [7720], Utakleiv [7606] [7716], Vikten [7600] and Nusfjord [7596]. You can avoid using ferries here by driving on [E10]. However in several places ferries offer an alternative route. The link leads to maps of ferry routes, click on the ferry icon in the map for timetables.

By travelling with the Hurtigruten coastal express, ferries and Euroroute 6 you can combine this stretch of road with other Norwegian Scenic Routes. You can avoid using ferries here by driving on Euroroute 10. However in several places ferries offer an alternative route. To the south, ferries operate on the section from Bodø - Moskenes, Svolvær - Skutvik and Bognes - Lødingen. To the north a ferry will take you from Melbu to Fiskebøl.

For cyclists: Car traffic can be quite challenging in high season. It may be a good idea to choose alternative routes such as County Road [888] from Fiskebøl to Austnesfjorden, or County Road [815] from Sundklakkstraumen to Leknes. Use the local bike ferry between Nusfjord and Ballstad to avoid the Nappstraum tunnel. Book your ticket at ballstadgutt.no. Norwegian Scenic Route Lofoten is part of National Cycle Route 1, which runs along the entire coast of Norway. From Bergen to Nordkapp the route also coincides with EuroVelo 1 «Atlantic Coast Route». The route is signposted.

Mijn notities

I tried to put all the spots on the map but this route has so many good spots to drive and to take pictures. I can highly recommend this photo guide: https://www.shuttersafari.com/complete-guide-to-photography-in-lofoten

Stops langs de route

1
📍

Start/End

68.4563°N, 15.2040°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
2
Nice view

Nice view

🅿️ Parkeren
68.4474°N, 14.9006°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
3
Grunnnfør

Grunnnfør

🅿️ Parkeren

Nice grafitti

68.4257°N, 14.5878°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
4
Midnattsolveien

Midnattsolveien

🅿️ Parkeren

Not part of the official scenic route but its worth driving it. The name is a reference to the midnight sun.

68.3757°N, 14.4621°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
5
📍

68.3248°N, 14.6874°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
6
📍

68.4238°N, 14.8370°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
7
📍

Svolvær

🚻 Toilet🅿️ Parkeren

A hub for the Lofoten.

68.2355°N, 14.5606°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
8
Kabelvåg

Kabelvåg

🚻 Toilet🅿️ Parkeren

There is a hub with 3 attractions located. You can get a combi ticket for the museum, gallery and aquarium.

68.2079°N, 14.4509°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
9
Henningsvær

Henningsvær

Well known for the football field on an island. I can highly recommend the Midnight sun tour on the boat. Sea eagles, dolphins, seals and amazing scenery.

68.1571°N, 14.2110°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
10
Gimsøystraumen

Gimsøystraumen

🚻 Toilet🅿️ Parkeren

A nice bridge and place to stop.

68.2608°N, 14.2675°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
11
Gimsøy kirke

Gimsøy kirke

🅿️ Parkeren

A very nice church close to the sea.

68.3211°N, 14.2403°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
12
📍

68.3294°N, 14.0932°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
13
Stamsund

Stamsund

🅿️ Parkeren

The road around this part of the Lofoten are amazing and not very busy.

68.1231°N, 13.8461°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
14
Ure

Ure

🚻 Toilet🅿️ Parkeren

has a salmon museum, restaurant and very nice lodging. If you want an amazing spot then i highly recommend this place. https://www.urelodge.no/?lang=en

68.0958°N, 13.7249°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
15
Gravendal kirke

Gravendal kirke

🅿️ Parkeren

a very unique church worth a visit.

68.1184°N, 13.5539°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
16
Lofotrmuseet - Viking Museum

Lofotrmuseet - Viking Museum

🚻 Toilet🅿️ Parkeren

https://www.museumnord.no/en/our-venues/lofotr-viking-museum/ About 25 euro for an unique experience.

68.2453°N, 13.7575°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
17
Torvdalshalsen

Torvdalshalsen

🚻 Toilet🅿️ Parkeren

Another great stop with a view

68.2632°N, 13.8271°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
18
Uttakleiv stranda

Uttakleiv stranda

🅿️ Parkeren

This beach is known for its amazing rock beach. The famous dragon eyes are located here. Parking costs money, Its not expensive. Just pay at the gate.

68.2095°N, 13.5018°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
19
Hauklandstranda

Hauklandstranda

🚻 Toilet🅿️ Parkeren

Turquoise blue water check, yellow sand? check. Deceiving cold water? check! It also has a nice restaurant with view. Parking also costs money.

68.1993°N, 13.5331°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
20
Skreda

Skreda

🚻 Toilet🅿️ Parkeren

A viking sign to the wall and a pleasant stop with toilet.

68.1494°N, 13.5059°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
21
Nusfjord

Nusfjord

🚻 Toilet🅿️ Parkeren

You need to pay to park and to visit this villiage but if you like to make pictures of those famous Norwegian red and yellow houses this is the place to be!

68.0353°N, 13.3481°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
22
Ramberg stranda

Ramberg stranda

🅿️ Parkeren

The parkinglot is small. There are a few other spots but you will have to pay for those.Its worth stopping here because this beach is stunning!

68.0984°N, 13.2455°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
23
Photostop

Photostop

You can park and walk from the previous stop. This is the famous red house at the beach.

68.0972°N, 13.2458°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
24
Stop to view the Fredvang bridges

Stop to view the Fredvang bridges

🅿️ Parkeren

Look up Lofoten and this will be one of the pictures you will see. The amazing 2 bridges and a mountain in the background.

68.0743°N, 13.2035°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
25
Another parking spot for the famous Fredvang bridges

Another parking spot for the famous Fredvang bridges

🅿️ Parkeren

Park between the bridges for a nice photo spot of the bridges and mountain.

68.0798°N, 13.1935°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
26
Park here if you want to hike up Ryten for another great view of Kvalvika stranda

Park here if you want to hike up Ryten for another great view of Kvalvika stranda

🚻 Toilet🅿️ Parkeren

Not easy but its doable. amazing view though!

68.0889°N, 13.1397°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
27
Hamnøy

Hamnøy

🅿️ Parkeren

There are a few parking places before the bridge. The bigest one is a bit before the bridge around the corner. Park and walk up the bridge for THE most famous picture of the Lofoten. Just search on google or check out the picture of this stop.

67.9455°N, 13.1343°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
28
📍

Reinebringen parking

🚻 Toilet🅿️ Parkeren

Want to go see the best view of the Lofoten? Hike Reinebringen. I havent been able to do so. It was clouded when i was there and i am not sure if i should try it. Its not easy and has lots of stairsteps.

67.9281°N, 13.0835°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
29
Å

Å

The last village of the Lofoten. There is a big parkinglot at the end of the road. You will have to pay and it can be very busy.

67.8800°N, 12.9780°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
30
Why go directly to Bodø?

Why go directly to Bodø?

🅿️ Parkeren

Væroy is a very nice island that you can visit with a car ferry. I am not sure if its still free but Moskenes --> Bodø costs money and is a 4 hour trip while Moskenes --> Væroy --> Bodø was free for me. Check: https://www.torghatten.no/en/our-routes/18-782?from=NSR:StopPlace:47301&to=NSR:StopPlace:49490&tab=price

67.6653°N, 12.6951°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
31
Walk Håen

Walk Håen

🅿️ Parkeren

Its \\\\"only\\\\" 3 km but it is stieep and exhausting. Worth it for the view!

67.6726°N, 12.6561°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
32
Small island

Small island

🅿️ Parkeren

Small island but even the few roads are amazing! There is one road to the other side and its worth it. It was heavily damaged though.

67.6902°N, 12.6791°EKlik om in te zoomen op de kaart →
🔒 Login voor GPX

Beoordelingen van gebruikers

Nog geen beoordelingen — wees de eerste!

Voeg je beoordeling toe

★★★★★
Find hotels near Lofoten
★★★★★ Millions of reviews · Free cancellation available
Search hotels →
Find things to do near Lofoten
Handpicked tours & activities
Explore activities →