Despite their remote location, the Lofoten Islands attract many tourists from all over the world, eager to experience the rugged beauty of the northern nature. Everyone finds something to suit their tastes. Some are tired of the usual warm beaches of the southern seas, while others are inspired by documentaries capturing the fantastic landscapes of mountain ranges reflected in the sea. Everyone has their own love story for Lofoten, overcoming long flights, unstable Scandinavian weather, and high Norwegian prices.

Entertainment and Attractions
Don’t be fooled by the provincial appearance of the Lofoten Islands. There are countless entertainment options: numerous museums, hiking and cycling trails, and a wide selection of cafes and restaurants.

The main activity in Lofoten is fishing. Even in winter, people come here for a good catch. The spring is especially busy with fishermen, when the cod season begins—one of Norway’s symbols. You can book a deep-sea fishing trip at any tourist center.

Notable attractions here are the local restaurants offering simple and delicious northern Norwegian cuisine, primarily cod. Norwegians often enjoy this dried fish as an appetizer. For more complex dishes, the cod is soaked, which can be a lengthy process. First, the fish is soaked in a soda solution for a week, then in clean water for three days. After this, the meat acquires a tender texture.

If you want to see fish in the wild, you should visit the island of Austvågøy. The village of Kabelvåg is home to an aquarium with 23 aquariums displaying typical inhabitants of the Norwegian Sea, from mammals to small fish.

You can explore the Viking way of life at the Lofotr Museum, whose main exhibit is the 83-meter-long house where Olaf Tvennumbruni, the last Viking king, lived. The interior has been recreated with great precision. The museum houses a forge and a small farm, and drakkars moored at the pier add to the northern landscape.