Nordland info


The county administration is in Bodø. The remote Arctic island of Jan Mayen has been administered from Nordland since 1995. Nordland is the southernmost county in North Norway. The county was formerly known as Nordlandene amt. Vega is on the Unesco World Heritage list.

The county is divided into traditional districts. These are Helgeland in the south (south of the Arctic Circle), Salten in the center, and Ofoten in the northeast. In the northwest lie the archipelagoes of Lofoten and Vesteralen.

The key industries are fisheries and offshore petroleum exploration. Nordland is well known for the fishing of codfish and fish farming of salmon. Main export markets are Germany, Scandinavia, Britain, Netherlands, Italy, Spain, France, Russia and Japan. Tourism is important, mainly in the summer season, although there are some winter visitors looking for good skiing, especially from February to April.

 

Thank you for visiting Nordland, Norway

Featured Businesses

  • Thon Hotel Svolvaer

    Located in Svolvaer, Vagan, Nordland, Norway

    Thon Hotel Svolvaer

    Welcome to the Thon Hotel Svolvaer, Norway. The Thon Hotel is centrally located in Svolvaer near the coastal steamer docks, in the heart of the spectacular area of Lofoten. All means of transportation are located right next to the reception area, both th...

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  • Best Western Svolvaer

    Located in Svolvaer, Vagan, Nordland, Norway

    Best Western Svolvaer

    Welcome to The Best Western Svolvaer Hotel Lofoten and restaurant situated in the centre of Svolvaer in a quiet part of the city in Norway. The Hotel is decorated with reproductions of Edvard Munch, the owner's grand uncle. The Best Western Svolvaer Hote...

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  • Norlandia Andrikken Hotell

    Located in Andenes, Vesteralen, Nordland, Norway

    Norlandia Andrikken Hotell

    The Norlandia Andrikken Hotell,is situated in the city centre of Andenes and offers one of Europe’s most exciting experiences – whale safari! At Norlandia Andrikken Hotell,we stake our reputation on offering the best of traditional recipes, and at Nor...

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  • Borsen Spiseri

    Located in Svolvaer, Vagan, Nordland, Norway

    Borsen Spiseri

    Welcome to the Borsen Spiseri Restaurant, Svolvaer, Norway. The Svinoya Rorbuer also includes one of the most distinctive Restaurants in the Lofoten Islands. The Borsen Spiseri is housed in a venerable quayside warehouse dating back to 1828, and consider...

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  • Radisson SAS Hotel, Bodo

    Located in Bodo, Salten, Nordland, Norway

    Radisson SAS Hotel, Bodo

    Nestled in the heart of the beautiful coastal city of Bodo, the Radisson SAS Hotel, Bodo is in the harbour area and offers magnificent views. The Radisson SAS Hotel, Bodo offers 190 rooms and suites, all equipped to a very high standard and furnished in ...

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  • Norlandia Vestfjord Hotel

    Located in Svolvaer, Vagan, Nordland, Norway

    Norlandia Vestfjord Hotel

    Welcome to the Norlandia Vestfjord Hotel, Svolvaer, Norway. The Hotel is situated right on the waterfront, close to the city centre of Svolvaer approx 300 m. The friendly staff will ensure that your stay in Lofoten is a pleasant experience. The Hotel h...

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  • Rica Hotel Svolvaer

    Located in Svolvaer, Vagan, Nordland, Norway

    Rica Hotel Svolvaer

    Rica Hotel Svolvaer is centrally located on its own island in the middle of the harbour in Svolvaer, Lofoten's capital. A suitable place for recreation, activities and holidays, as well as for courses and group activities. Experience a killer whale safari...

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  • Thon Hotel Bronnoysund

    Located in Bronnoysund, Bronnoy, Nordland, Norway

    Thon Hotel Bronnoysund

    Location - Thon Hotel Bronnoysund is located in the center of this idyllic coastal town on the Helgeland coast. Distance to / from the Norwegian Coastal Voyage (Hurtigruten) and Bus Station: Approx. 200 m The hotel is located 2 km from Bronnoysund Airpor...

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