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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
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Etcetera Botaniske Utskeielser
whimsical botanical art gallery and gift shop
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Herøy Bygdesamling
rural museum with coastal heritage exhibits
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Kalvøyrevet Bru
scenic bridge connecting island clusters
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Galleri Sjøholt
local art gallery with seasonal exhibitions
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Unique Experiences
Seløy Kystferie
RIB boat tours through the archipelago with storytelling and sea spray
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Ut i Øyan
guided island-hopping adventures with local guides
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Drømmeplassen
family-friendly beach with grill hut, ball court & outdoor toilet
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Skolo
renovated school turned café, gallery & community hub
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Midnight Sun at Staulen
coastal viewpoint with unobstructed northern skies
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Where to Stay in Herøy (Nordland)
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.