Northern lights over the island of Bjarkøy

One of the Arctic's hidden treasures

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Bjarkøy

From Viking legends to nature's beauty, where every view is a masterpiece.

What makes us special

History, Art and Nature, Merged.

Our island is where Viking history breathes through the landscape, and the untouched beauty of the Arctic meets a rich tapestry of folklore and art. Not just a destination, but a journey through time and culture.

Unique History

From Stone Age grave mounds to Viking chieftains and modern local legends, there is always something to learn about Bjarkøy.

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Beautiful Nature

Mountain, beach and sea. See the Northern Lights and the Midnight Sun, and breathe the freshest Arctic air.

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Arts & Events

The arts are even more special out in the islands. Music festivals, folk art and gatherings by the sea. Come see.

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Explore

Come for a Day, Stay for a While.

A little something for everyone, from turquoise beaches to standing stones and a wall of ten thousand nesting birds.

Shell beach at Nergårdshamn — Shell beach · Nergårdshamn

Historic fishing houses on Bjarkøy — Historic fishing houses

A dog in the Norwegian mountains — In the mountains

Summer on Bjarkøy — Summer on the island

The Bird Wall nature reserve, where thousands of birds nest each year — The Bird Wall · nature reserve

A standing stone on Bjarkøy — Standing stone

Stay local

Remote Places Have Unique Character.

In taste, sights and sounds. Come stay for a while.

Food

Pub, café and general store keep you well fed. And don't miss Salt & Sea artisan cookies, baked by the sea.

Overnight

A few good choices for rentals and camping on the island. Let us show you a few.

Safe Harbor

Three harbors that can accommodate most private craft. Find the full list inside.

2026 edition

The Bjarkøy Tourist Map

Everything worth finding, on one sheet. Download it before you cross the fjord so you're ready to wander the moment you arrive.

Download the map (PDF)

Salt & Sea · Artisan cookies

You Came for the Scenery.

You'll come back for the cookies.

The best souvenir you'll take home from the island. Cookies made in a 173-year-old kitchen with local Norwegian ingredients, and a story that might involve an octopus.

Check website for Cookie Drop dates: www.saltandsea.no

Order here

Local history

Bjarkøy Boat Museum

See the historical artifacts of an island dedicated to the sea. Things to learn and see for all ages. Take a good look at how the boats were built while you're there.

Contact Eddmar for opening hours, private tours and special events.
+47 97 19 69 28 · e-jonosv@online.no

Bjarkøy Boat Museum historical boat exhibit

Historical artifacts from the Bjarkøy Boat Museum collection

Details of how the historic boats were made

"Not all those who wander are lost."

J.R.R. Tolkien

Selshevneren, a monument to the legacy of Tore Hund on Bjarkøy. Read more →

Plan your journey

How to Get Here.

Fly into Harstad/Narvik Evenes Airport (EVE), then choose your crossing to the island.

By car

Rent a car & take the ferry

Follow your GPS from the airport and board the free car ferry across to Bjarkøy.

By taxi

Harstad Taxi

Order a taxi to Bjarkøy from +47 77 04 10 00 · harstadtaxi.no

By boat

Fast passenger ferry (Hurtigbåt)

Take the pedestrian express boat from downtown Harstad straight to Bjarkøy. Ferry routes

By bus

Bus from the car ferry

Catch the bus from the Harstad side of the bay and ride across to the island.