Wander with Me – Discover the Heart of Vesterålen

If you're visiting Hadsel Island – the heart of Vesterålen and my new home away from home – I invite you to join me for a customized cultural and nature walk through its stunning landscapes.

Whether you're seeking quiet paths, dramatic coastal views, or stories rooted in place, I’ll shape the experience to fit you.

Feel part of this community. Wander with me, and discover the Vesterålen few get to see. 

What I offer:

  • 3 to 5 hours of nature walk and cultural storytelling in Hadseløya, the "Pearl of Vesterålen"
  • Personalized routes based on your interests and abilities
  • Cake and hot drinks at a charming café and art gallery in the heart of the island
  • A meaningful local connection and an unforgettable experience
  • Customized hikes in the wild beauty of Bø i Vesterålen and the scenic wonders of Andøya Island

For more information and prices, please send an email to mathiawandernorway@gmail.com.

Melbu 

The village has around 2,000 inhabitants and overlooks the beautiful Hadselfjorden and the Lofoten Wall. It’s a vibrant place, shaped by its rich fishing heritage and home to the fascinating Fishing Industry Museum, located in a former herring oil factory.
It’s also the perfect base for exploring the region, with a ferry connection to Fiskebøl and scenic road links to Stokmarknes and beyond.

Hadseløya 
Known as the "Pearl of Vesterålen", this island is dotted with peaceful villages and untouched natural landscapes. It’s home to Melbu and Stokmarknes, with its renowned Hurtigruten Museum. A selection of scenic hiking trails invites you to explore the island’s stunning mountains, which rise above the ocean and offer unforgettable views.

Bø i Vesterålen / Langøya
A remote, still little-visited place, but extraordinarily authentic: wind-beaten shores, brown cliffs, and massive colonies of seabirds. Ideal for experiencing the midnight sun in silence, with breathtaking ocean views.

Intense landscapes along the scenic coastal trail, where sea views alternate with important archaeological sites from Viking times, and artistic installations like the “Man from the Sea.”

Bø Museum at Vinjesjøen features exhibitions dedicated to coastal culture and the folktale writer Regine Normann, set in the old bailiff's house alongside a fairy-tale forest and charming rorbu cabins.

Andøya
The northernmost island of the archipelago features dramatic coastal landscapes and wild, unspoiled scenery. The 58 km Andøya Scenic Route winds through coastlines, marshes, and charming villages.

At its northern tip, Andenes is the gateway to renowned whale safaris and home to the Whale Museum and Andøya Space Center, Norway’s only permanent rocket range, with its “Spaceship Aurora” exhibition that brings the northern lights to life. Nearby, Bleik Beach offers kilometers of white sand and views of Bleiksøya, a key spot for puffins and summer ospreys.