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Å, Fishing village in Moskenes, Norway

The village extends along the southern end of Moskenesøya island, where European route E10 concludes its path through the Lofoten archipelago.

The settlement started as two distinct fishing areas in 1840, managed by Ellingsen and Nilsen families who constructed separate docks and fish oil factories.

The Norwegian Fishing Village Museum presents seven buildings from the 1800s that detail the daily routines of fishing families in the region.

Visitors can reach the village by taking a ferry from Bodø to Moskenes, followed by a short drive south on European route E10.

The village maintains Europe's oldest fish oil factory from 1850 and a wood-fired bakery from 1844 that continues to produce fresh bread.

Location: Moskenes

Address: Å, Norway Å Å

GPS coordinates: 67.87962,12.98404

Latest update: March 23, 2025 11:01

Discover the Lofoten Islands in Norway

The Lofoten Islands feature white sandy beaches, coastal villages with red and orange houses, museums on Viking history and fishing, as well as elevated viewpoints over the fjords. The archipelago includes active fishing ports, hiking trails leading to peaks, wooden churches, and islands accessible by ferry. The region offers opportunities to observe the midnight sun and sea eagles in their natural habitat.

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