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    Day 5

    15 mi1 mi

    A Village So Stunning It Needs Only One Letter

    Complete your expedition down the E10 highway to its terminus, the beguiling village of Å. Visit its museums to learn about the history of Lofoten's fishing villages and its prized export of stockfish. Complete your Lofoten adventures by crossing the fertile waters back to Bodø.
    1.9 mi
    10 min
    Steffenakken

    Steffenakken

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    Enjoy this perfect viewpoint of the Djupfjorden, which is also a popular hiking trailhead. Gylttinden Hill, on the south shore of the fjord, has an elevation of 240 metres and perfectly frames this lovely fjord.
    4.2 mi
    15 min
    Parking for town of Å

    Parking for town of Å

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    Leave your vehicle in the car park and prepare to discover the village of Å.
    0.3 mi
    5 min
    View point

    View point

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    Enjoy the view of Å, this picturesque village that is literally the end of the road for Lofoten road trippers. Another village famed for its stockfish, Å has recently become more of a tourist destination, and it’s easy to see why it’s so popular.
    0.1 mi
    5 min
    Norwegian Fishing Village Museum Å

    Norwegian Fishing Village Museum Å

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    After visiting so many fishing villages on your trip through Lofoten, it is perhaps apt that at the end of the road you can experience a museum that celebrates these charming settlements.
    The museum includes several buildings, such as a homestead, forge, post office, and bakery from the 19th century, allowing you to appreciate the history of these hardy little communities.
    Open hours change seasonally and should be checked on the museum's website.
    0.3 mi
    5 min
    Lofoten Tørrfiskmuseum

    Lofoten Tørrfiskmuseum

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    Situated in an old fish landing station, the Lofoten Tørrfiskmuseum expertly tells the story of Norway's oldest export, stockfish. Discover the journey of the Lofoten Arctic cod from sea to plate, finding out why this is such a treasured commodity here on the islands.
    Summer Season Opening Hours: Tuesday – Friday: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Saturday – Sunday: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Monday: Closed
    0.5 mi
    15 min
    Parking for town of Å

    Parking for town of Å

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    Return to your car and prepare to carry on with your journey.
    1.8 mi
    10 min
    Sørvågen Radio – et telemuseum

    Sørvågen Radio – et telemuseum

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    This inconspicuous building actually contains a couple of interesting secrets! This was a building designed by Norway's first female architect and it was where the first wireless morse code signals were emitted in Northern Europe. This telecommunications museum is full of other interesting facts and exhibits, allowing you to see how the telegraph and radio have blossomed into the mobile phone culture of today.
    Open hours change seasonally and should be checked on the museum's website.
    4.3 mi
    15 min
    Tapperiet Bistro

    Tapperiet Bistro

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    After returning to Reine, take the opportunity to taste local flavours in the cosy traditional atmosphere of Tapperiet Bistro.
    Opening Hours: Sunday – Tuesday: 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Wednesday – Thursday: 1:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Friday – Saturday: 1:00 p.m. – 00:00 a.m.
    Booking not required.
    3.4 mi
    10 min
    Moskenes Ferryport

    Moskenes Ferryport

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    Take the car ferry from Moskenes to Bodø.
    The ferry timetable is seasonal, with at least two ferries generally leaving Moskenes each day. The ferry journey takes approximately three and a half hours if going direct, but can take double that time if stopping at other islands on the way.
    This ferry should be booked as far in advance as possible.
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