Herøy is Helgeland’s island labyrinth — a municipality where 1,700 islands stretch like stepping stones across the sea, puffins nest beside wind turbines, and kayakers paddle past ancient trading posts. With around 1,800 residents and a landscape shaped by bridges, boats, and bold weather, Herøy is the kind of place where you can hike to a midnight sun lookout, fish from a pier with WWII history, and still catch a botanical art show in a greenhouse gallery. It’s got salt, solitude, and a name that once meant “fleet island.”
Top Attractions
- Sandsundvær – historic fishing village and WWII memorial site
- Etcetera Botaniske Utskeielser – whimsical botanical art gallery and gift shop
- Herøy Bygdesamling – rural museum with coastal heritage exhibits
- Kalvøyrevet Bru – scenic bridge connecting island clusters
- Galleri Sjøholt – local art gallery with seasonal exhibitions
Unique Experiences
- Seløy Kystferie – RIB boat tours through the archipelago with storytelling and sea spray
- Ut i Øyan – guided island-hopping adventures with local guides
- Drømmeplassen – family-friendly beach with grill hut, ball court & outdoor toilet
- Skolo – renovated school turned café, gallery & community hub
- Midnight Sun at Staulen – coastal viewpoint with unobstructed northern skies
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Getting There
Herøy sits off the coast of Sandnessjøen in Nordland, with Silvalen as its administrative center. Express boats run from Sandnessjøen to Flostad, and ferries connect Søvik, Austbø, Brasøy, and Dønna. Bridges link most of the main islands, making it ideal for cycling and road trips. Whether you arrive by kayak, campervan, or curiosity, Herøy greets you with open skies and island charm.
