The Lofoten islands and adjacent coast have been called the “soul of northern Norway”, a region of pretty villages, blue-watered bays, flower-covered meadows, dramatic cliffs, towering mountains and a ...

Discover the top 10 places to visit in Lofoten and Northern Norway, a region of dramatic fjords, colorful fishing villages, and Arctic adventures. From the iconic peaks of Reine and the beaches of ...

Despite its reputation for outdoor experiences, Norway is not exactly known for its beach vacations. However, the country has many beaches with views to rival anywhere in southern Europe, if you don’t ...

Although often being overlooked by travelers heading to the better known Lofoten islands, the vast Vesterålen archipelago is worthy of much more attention. While the scenery is less dramatic than ...

The Copernicus Sentinel-1 mission takes us over the archipelago of Lofoten in northern Norway. Extending around 175 km from north to south, the archipelago comprises five main islands (Austvågøya, ...

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