Destination Harstad official travel guide
Official touristinformation for: Harstad, Kvæfjord, Bjarkøy, Tjeldsund, Skånland.
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Tjeldsund Municipality
- has throughout time been a vital traffic vein between the north and south. The name of the strait, and eventually of the municipality, is derived from the word ‘tjelle’, which means to camp for the night. Archaeological finds in the region bear witness to settlement dating back several thousand years. The best known is the Steinsvik sword from the Viking age.
The municipality is geographically spread with one part on the island of Hinnøya, another on the island of Tjeldøya and a third on the mainland. The nature is beautiful and changing and summer nights are light. Here, you will discover fertile lowlands, mountains, peaks and straits. The landscape and surroundings are ideal for activities and adventures, including fishing, boating, hiking and playing on the beach.
There are several attractions to visit and it is well worth taking in summer events. A wide spectrum of activities is available in the municipality. Welcome!
Facts about the municipality:
- Population: 1 328
- Area: 312 km2
- Municipal website: Tjeldsund Kommune
- E-mail: post@tjeldsund.kommune.no
Museums in the municipality
Tjeldsund Museum, , Stokke, phone +47 76 93 76 44 / 76 91 91 00
The museum is housed in the old school building/house built in 1869. The exhibition includes old domestic artefacts and pictures, a replica of the Steinsvik sword and a boathouse with two Nordland boats. Season: June – mid-September or by prior arrangement
Tjeldnes Pilotage Museum and School Museum, Tjeldnes, phone +47 76 93 78 13 / 76 93 78 13
The museum exhibits artefacts relating to the pilotage service and documents the development in the pilotage service from the first local pilot to the establishment of a national pilotage service in the district. Season: June – mid-September or by prior arrangement
Artscape Nordland - MEDIA THULE
At Myklebostad, you will find a wooden building built for spectators. The Icelandic sculptor Olafur Gislason is absorbed in the dialogue between art and it surroundings. As a spectator, you are asked to use or draw your thoughts and fasten these to the walls of the house.
For more information, please contact Per Ivar Skaanevik on +47 76 93 81 53.
The building is open year-round. Website: www.myklebostad.net