Nordland · Norway
The coastal base of Nordland, the tidal current of Saltstraumen, and the museums that present aviation and maritime trade.
In the photo: Saltstraumen
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Get to know the place
Bodø is on the coast of Nordland, north of the Arctic Circle. The town combines an airport, a railway station and a port, which makes it possible to link the visit with other stretches of northern Norway, including Lofoten.
Saltstraumen is a roadside spot to observe tidal movements. In town, the aviation and maritime trade museums explain modes of transport and life in a region defined by long distances. To the north, Kjerringøy preserves a historic wooden trading post.
The destination calls for separating the urban centre from excursions that depend on road and ferry. In winter, the cold and short days usually change the pace of visits.
This destination brings together 1 city: Bodø.
One destination, many paths
Start with one city or combine several in your itinerary.
Contornos: © Kartverket (CC BY 4.0), divisas de 2024; costa via geoBoundaries. Adaptação do Cidade Turismo.
✈ Bodø lufthavn (BOO) · 2 km to Bodø
Confirm before booking. The airport and railway station serve Bodø; the railway comes from Trondheim. Ferries and coastal ships complement the connections.
The local experience
Saltstraumen is a strait near Bodø where water moves between the fjord and the sea with the changing tide. The experience consists of watching the movement from the shore or joining a guided activity on the water.
The Norwegian Aviation Museum is located in Bodø, next to the airport area. The collections present the country’s civil and military aviation, with aircraft and exhibits that help explain the role of flights in linking regions separated by mountains and sea.
The Jektefartsmuseet presents the coastal trade that linked northern Norway with other ports. The museum is located in Bodøsjøen and centers on a jekt-type vessel used to transport goods along the coast.
Kjerringøy handelssted preserves an old trading post on the coast north of Bodø. The group of wooden buildings shows how a place organized buying, selling, storage and domestic life around maritime routes.
Before you go
A little planning leaves more time to enjoy the journey.
From June to August summer is usually mild, with very long days. The northern lights are typically sought between September and March. In winter it tends to be cold and the days are short.
The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.
Three days for the main outings, allowing time for transport on the northern itinerary.
The centre and waterfront area bring you close to restaurants, the port and the station. Saltstraumen lies outside the centre and serves those who prioritise activities in the strait.
Take your trash with you, follow the signs and support local businesses. In natural areas, follow the visiting guidelines.
Get your questions answered
The airport and railway station serve Bodø; the railway comes from Trondheim. Ferries and coastal ships complement the connections.
Three days for the main outings, allowing time for transport on the northern itinerary.
The centre and waterfront area bring you close to restaurants, the port and the station. Saltstraumen lies outside the centre and serves those who prioritise activities in the strait.
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