Uttakleiv Beach, Sandy beach in Vestvagoy, Norway
The shoreline combines emerald waters with white sand, large boulders, and mountains overlooking the Steinsfjord on the northern side of Vestvagoy island.
The Uttakleiv community maintains its traditions through a local association called Uttakleiv grendelag, which received environmental awards in 2015 and 2017.
The beach stands as a gathering place for nature photographers who capture the northern lights during winter and the midnight sun throughout summer months.
Visitors can access restrooms, cold water sinks, waste disposal stations, and designated parking spaces with automatic license plate recognition payment systems.
The Times newspaper recognized this location as Europe's most romantic beach in 2005, while Sunday Times Travel ranked it third globally in 2010.
Location: Vestvågøy
Address: Uttakleiv strand, Uttakleivveien 238, 8370 Leknes, Norway 8370 8370
GPS coordinates: 68.21375,13.50892
Latest update: March 7, 2025 18:18
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