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The Top 20 Attractions around Øksnes

There are plenty of places to see and visit around Øksnes. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Øksnes is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: November 12, 2025

Nyksund Village

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Nyksund is a cute little village that has a bit of a ghost town charm. In Holmwik Bruges you can really get to the bottom of the flair of the …

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Bukkekjerka Coastal Rock Formation and Scenic Toilet

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Rock formation where nature has carved out its own altar and pulpit. This is an ancient Sami sacred place called "Bohkegeargi" in Sami.
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Eggum Scenic Restroom

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A parking lot that is heavily used by mobile homes. The outstanding "feature" is a futuristic toilet facility with a transparent window through which you can look at the fantastic …

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Skipssanden Beach

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Skipssanden is a gorgeous white sand beach between the fishing villages of Nyksund and Stø. Hikers on the Dronningruta (Queen’s Route) pass this way and a dip in the sea is tempting on warm days.

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Bukkekjerka Rest Area and Lighthouse

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Here is worth a short stop, because not only the sanitary facility is an eye catcher. A trail leads you to a lighthouse, from which you see the mountain formation Bukkekjerka, an ancient Sami sacrificial site.

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Queen's Hike

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We recommend hiking in an anti-clockwise direction, because then you will pass the areas that are unpleasant to walk on (smooth stones, greasy earth without "steps" or grip, ...) on the way up - especially the day after rain.

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Kjølen Summit

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In the Norwegian summer, it is worth climbing up around midday, because then the beautiful beach "Skipssand" is no longer in the shade and the view from above is simply stunning. 📷🤩👌

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Nyksund Fishing Village

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Old secluded fishing village with morbid charm; You try to get the old houses and warehouses during renovations. From Myre easy to reach by bike - a nice tour along the sea with great views

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Børhella Lighthouse

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20m high lighthouse. Official Norwegian name is "Børhella fyr".

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Gisloya Lighthouse

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Small lighthouse with shelter at the end of the path. Beware, there are many white-tailed eagles in this area!

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Eidsfjorden

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Up and down along the banks of the Eidsfjord. Behind every corner are more idyllic fisherman's houses waiting for you.

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The Top 20 Attractions around Øksnes

Nyksund Village

Bukkekjerka Coastal Rock Formation and Scenic Toilet

Eggum Scenic Restroom

Skipssanden Beach

Bukkekjerka Rest Area and Lighthouse

Queen's Hike

Kjølen Summit

Nyksund Fishing Village

Børhella Lighthouse

Gisloya Lighthouse

Eidsfjorden

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