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Storvik
ℹ️Practical info — Storvik
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
📍 Nearby
Sights nearby
💡 Tips
- Visit Ureddplassen, a rest area with a unique glass-walled toilet and panoramic sea views.
- Weather in Nordland changes rapidly; always dress in layers even during the summer months.
- From early June to mid-July, you can enjoy the midnight sun directly from Storviksanden beach.
- Use bus 200 from Bodø for a scenic 1.5-hour journey directly to the heart of the village.
🍽 Food
A local sweet flatbread filled with a warm sauce made from brown cheese and syrup.
Cod dried in the sea air, a centuries-old tradition in the Nordland region.
These rare Arctic berries grow in the surrounding moorlands during late summer.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Based in Inndyr, this brand provides premium wool clothing with an Arctic design.
A welcoming summer shop near the old church selling local handicrafts.
A mile-long, peaceful sandy beach with crystal-clear turquoise water.
A small architectural gem by the roadside, handy for quiet contemplation.
Water temperature…
Located in the memorable Nordland region, the easy on the eye village of Storvik gives pristine Arctic nature and panoramic views over expansive fjords. The rugged yet deeply fascinating coastline is lined with beautifully unspoiled beaches such as Melansjøen and Mevikstranda. The extensive sandy beach known as Sandstrand is also a remarkable highlight amidst the dramatic, soaring mountain landscape surrounding the area. Other characteristic coastal sections like Stranda, the sheltered Storvik bukta, and Lillestranda are truly fantastic spots to fully experience the magical phenomenon of the midnight sun during the summer. The bays of Strovik bukta and Storvikbukta invite visitors for long, contemplative walks along the cold, crystal-clear waters of the Northern Sea, offering unforgettable photo opportunities in absolute silence. Storvik is a true paradise for avid hikers and devoted nature lovers seeking the profound tranquility of the North, far away from any mass tourism. The local waters are excellent for deep-sea fishing, while the imposing mountains provide spectacular trekking routes. The village is reached via the scenic coastal route Kystriksveien (Fv17), widely recognized as one of the most magnificent driving routes in all of Norway.
- Location: Norway
- Top sights: Mevikstranda · Kystriksveiens far Peder Johnsen · Strovik bukta
- Nearby: Reipå (9 km)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -2 | -2 | -1 | 2 | 6 | 9 | 13 | 12 | 9 | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Rain mm | 154 | 132 | 142 | 110 | 96 | 108 | 110 | 109 | 165 | 154 | 153 | 176 |
Geography
Facts
- Part of the Nordland county
- Beautiful arctic beaches
- Midnight sun in summer
- Located along Kystriksveien (Fv17)
- Excellent fishing areas
- Stunning mountain backdrop
- Quiet and close to nature
- Cold, clear Northern sea water
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Sights in the town Storvik (4)
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