Mo i Rana

Mo i Rana is a town at the head of Ranfjorden, surrounded by the Saltfjellet mountains and located just south of the Arctic Circle. The built-up area spreads across level ground overlooking a deep bay and encircling mountain ranges.

Parliament approved construction of an iron mill in 1946, transforming the settlement from a small village into an industrial city by the mid-1950s. This industrial development brought jobs and population growth to the previously remote area.

The local theater hosts performances rooted in Northern Norwegian traditions, while the May seafaring festival celebrates maritime connections that shaped the region's identity.

European route E6 connects the town to major transportation corridors, while the Nordland Line railway and a regional airport north of the center provide additional travel options. The compact center is easily walkable and well-signposted for visitors.

From July through August, daylight continues for 24 hours without sunset, a result of the geographical proximity to the Arctic Circle. The opposite occurs in winter months, when darkness dominates the sky for extended periods.

Location: Rana Municipality

Inception: 1997

Elevation above the sea: 26 m

Website: http://rana.kommune.no/Modules/Default.aspx

GPS coordinates: 66.31667,14.16667

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:09