Lofoten is not mentioned in the RS Guidebook to Scandinavia but today I saw a picture of some of its landscapes from a Reddit post and it looks beautiful. Have you been there? How accessible is to from the mainland? I am interested in going to Norway next summer and that looks like a place I may want to include to visit. Thanks.
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Lynnwood, Washington
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The Lofoten Islands are absolutely stunning. I found myself surprised that such a lovely spot existed north of the Arctic Circle. When you stand at a sandy beach and gaze out upon the water, the geography actually made me think of Hawaii.
I visited on a cruise, so I am not much help on other transport methods. Perhaps you will find this website helpful.
https://guidetolofoten.com/getting-to-lofoten-islands/#
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Berlin
3020 posts
The Lofoten islands are very beautiful, so are the Vesterålen islands and hidden tip Senja. Reinebringen is the spot for the most known photos of fit hikers. I explored it with a car which is very recommended (scenic route). Navigation is easy: finally you end up on street E10 and always have the choice between Å and Svolvær which is the largest village on the islands.
Mountains, green fields and white beaches in every wonderful composition. During a few weeks in summer you can experience midnight sun - in autumn and spring with some luck you can see Northern Lights in magical movements (photo from Sept 3 2016 near Svolvær). But always be careful with the weather which can easily become stormy and rainy.
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OP
Tyler, TX, USA
169 posts
Carol and Mark, thank you so much for the information and the links. It will be very helpful in planning for next summer. I just saw a few pictures online of it and thought it was one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen. I appreciate your insight.
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So cal
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Definitely go- just visited last month- it’s easy and gorgeous!! Flew from Oslo to Tromsø, rented a car and spent several days exploring the Lofoten islands. Drove back to Tromso; flew to Oslo again and then home. Also rented a car in Bergen and drove north as far as Honningsvag. Highly recommend Norway- loved every minute of the trip, even the rain!