Visiting Lofoten in shoulder season is a well-kept secret. However, since the Lofoten Islands are going towards all-year-round tourism, I will say that the shoulder season is golden. September, October, and November are the months of fall in the Lofoten Islands, with yellow, orange, and vibrating leaves; you can fill your lungs with crisp, clean air, tranquility, star gazing, northern lights, and a feast of the local harvest. You can experiance more weather, and even the first snowfall. Most of all, you can experiance the Lofoten Islands with more energy and preparation for winter times. It’s the last golden dance before we settle into our houses for winter. Come and dance with us, especially at Trevare.
Hiking with More Tranquility and More Space
Yes, in the fall season, you might be lucky and have brilliant weather that allows you to indulge in the striking mountains of the Lofoten Islands by yourself, some locals, and maybe some travelers. Early autumn is excellent for hiking in the mountains. You still have daylight, and you have a comfortable temperature—not too warm and not too cold. Most of all, you are more at peace hiking in the mountains. Feel the energy and feel the elevation of hiking.
The Full Experiance of Weather in the Lofoten Islands
One of the highlights of visiting Lofoten during shoulder season is the possibility of more weather. This means you can watch the first fall storm, heavy rain, big waves, and Mother Nature showing her power to you. This experience should be done safely, so keep that in mind. However, staying at a safe distance and seeing Mother Nature in all her glory is a part of the whole experiance of the Lofoten Islands. Embrace it, and embrace the experiance.
Coastal Strolls – Haukland to Uttakleiv
Do strolls if safe, or stay inside and look outside; either way, you can feel the change of season, and maybe you can sense the hardship that people of the Lofoten Islands have been having for many years living in the grace of Mother Nature. The ocean have taken lives but have also provided for many lives, nurturing the Lofoten people with the Arctic Cod and food on the tables in the homes of Lofoten and the rest of Norway.
Lofoten in Shoulder Season is the Harvest Season
In Norway, we have four seasons, but maybe the best season is the harvest season; in September, we harvest vegetables that have been in the soil for the whole summer, nurtured by the midnight sun and the long days of sunlight. We feast on what Mother Nature gives us, soak up all the vitamins we can, and prepare for winter with heart-warming meals produced with local ingredients harvested and foraged from the Lofoten Islands. Places to discover the local food scene in the Lofoten Islands are Holmen Lofoten, Polarhagen, Lofoten Gårdsysteri, Kvitnes Farm (Vesterålen), and many more.
Lofot Lam – Taste the Mountains and the Sea in one Dish.
You must try the famous Lofotlam, proctected by Norway’s, a Geographical indication protection governed by Norway’s national legislation. Lofoten lamb gives you a taste of pure nature, steep mountains, and grazing on the archipelago of the Lofoten Islands. Seaweed is also a natural part of the pasture base; you can also visit the Lofoten Seaweed to learn more about the harvesting process of Seaweed in Lofoten. The sheep have been essential to Lofot locals for many generations, not only because of the meat but also to obtain wool for clothing; even the Vikings were all about maintaining their sheep in good condition to provide them with the best possibilities to survive the winter and the seasons of Norway. If you have time, maybe visit the Lofot Wool, and you can immerse yourself in the knitting culture of Norway.
Lofoten in Shoulder Season is the Wellness Season of Lofot SPA
The best part of traveling to Lofoten in shoulder season is having time to wellness, slow down, and enjoy the luxury of pure nature at a slower pace. The best part is that sauna can mostly be done in any weather: if it is raining, then great; if it is snowing, then fantastic; and if the sun is shining, well, fabulous. Enjoy all the weather while being in the sauna, soaking up elements of Mother Nature through the sauna’s glass window.
Arctic Swimming
Most of all, you must have an Arctic Dip in the ocean. Do the Arctic challenge and go into the sea. Feel the power of the ocean and the energy of Nature’s healing your soul by being in contact with Mother Nature’s force. Let go of the world and only be in the moment of you and the ocean. Breathe in, Breathe out, and have one more stroke of swimming before returning to the sauna.
Lofot SPA
Are there sauna spots in Lofoten? In Skårungen, you will get a majestic view over the fjord and the iconic Vågakallen mountain. The Lyst Sauna at Thon Hotel gives you the harbor entrance with the fishermen’s wife and the best breakfast in Norway—also, other places: Svinøya Rorbuer and Nusfjord resort. Also, you can sleep longer because the sun rises regularly, so you can still wake up at 09.00 AM and watch the sunrise.
Lofoten in Shoulder Season with Direct Flight – Norwegian Airlines
The secret is out: visiting Lofoten in shoulder season, is the golden season, and Norwegian Airlines has discovered this gem and has established direct flights from London (LGW) to Lofoten – Harstad/Narvik (EVE) every Saturday starting on the 2nd of November and lasting until 29th, the last Saturday of March. Norwegian Airlines will start from Milano and move to Lofoten – Harstad/Narvik (EVE) in December. The Lofoten Islands have never been closer to Europe than now; safe travels, and see you in Svolvær.
Travel to the Lofoten Islands in the Shoulder-Golden Season
Slow down and travel to the Lofoten Islands to experience the change of season, enjoy the slower life ~ more time with nature, more time to breathe, and sleep well in utterly crisp air that fills your lungs with energy and nurtures your soul. Come and be cradled by the magic of the Lofoten Islands. Also, by traveling during the shoulder season, you contribute positively to all year-round tourism, meaning Lofoten is one step closer to keeping all year-round employees, contributing to a more sustainable travel industry. Best of all, keeping Lofoten as a Sustainable Destination to visit now and in the future.
