On the island of Vestvagoya, Leknes is located in the geographic center of the Lofoten archipelago. Leknes is also the administrative center of the Vestvagoy municipality. It is located roughly 68 kilometers west of Svolvaer and 65 kilometers east of A in Moskenes. Leknes Havn, the town’s harbor, is one of Norway’s most important and visited cruise ship ports. The Fygle neighborhood’s old school has been transformed into a museum. Hol Church is located on the town’s eastern outskirts. Leknes is a “twin town” with Gravdal, a neighboring village where one branch of the Nordland Hospital is located. Gravdal lies approximately 4 kilometers southwest of Leknes.
The midnight sun is a unique summer phenomenon that occurs above the Arctic Circle. In the summer between May 25 and July 17, you can enjoy 24 hours of daylight, the Midnight Sun, perfect for fitting in all the activities this spot has to offer. Sun does not rise from December 9 to January 4.
Winter can be harsh and lengthy, but snow can transform the countryside into a winter wonderland. Lofoten is full of surprises, and at night, you might even catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights gracefully moving over the night sky. The Northern Lights are one of the great attractions of the Lofoten Islands, and they are one of the most spectacular natural phenomena our world has to offer.
