Hurtigruten Museum
A museum devoted to the Hurtigruten coastal route, which began in Stokmarknes; it includes a historic retired ship.
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Stokmarknes: airports, things to do and where to stay
Stokmarknes is a small town in Vesterålen, on the island of Hadseløya, known as the birthplace of the Hurtigruten coastal route, which started here in 1893.
Stokmarknes airports
From the airport to central Stokmarknes
Stokmarknes Skagen airport is about 5 km from central Stokmarknes.
Regionbuss
Regional bus services run in the area, but they are infrequent and not always timed with flights; check the timetable in advance.
Taxi
Taxis usually meet arriving flights, but it is best to book ahead. The ride to Stokmarknes is short.
Stokmarknes
Things to do in Stokmarknes
Hadsel Church
A red-painted wooden church with an octagonal plan, one of Hadsel's historic buildings.
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Hadsel Bridge
A bridge linking the island of Hadseløya with Langøya, where the airport is, with views of the strait and the mountains.
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Melbu
A village on Hadseløya from where the ferry leaves for Fiskebøl, in the Lofoten, with red houses by the sea.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Stokmarknes?
Stokmarknes is served by Stokmarknes Skagen (SKN).
How far is the airport from central Stokmarknes?
Stokmarknes Skagen airport is about 5 km from central Stokmarknes.
How do I get from the airport to central Stokmarknes?
From Stokmarknes Skagen airport you can take Regionbuss (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Stokmarknes?
Highlights of Stokmarknes include Hurtigruten Museum, Hadsel Church, Hadsel Bridge, and Melbu.
Photo credits
- Hurtigruten Museum: Sandwort, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Hadsel Church: Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Hadsel Bridge: MeRyan, CC BY 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Melbu: Blue Elf, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons