Tag: Solo Travel

  • Nusfjord, Skagsanden and Ramberg

    Nusfjord, Skagsanden and Ramberg

    I arrived at Nusfjord on a wet and foggy day. I have wanted to visit Ramberg Beach beforehand but it makes no sense to visit a beach while the rain kept coming down hard. I made a swap in my itinerary while hoping for the rain to stop. There was nothing much going on at the small harbour that morning, was it due to the rain? Anyhow, it is hard to imagine that this was once a village where thousands of fishermen once live. The living condition back then must be horrendous.

    Nusfjord Lofoten

    Nusfjord in Lofoten

    Raining day at Nusfjord

    Nusfjord Rorbuer in Lofoten

    Nusfjord Rorbuer

    Small harbour Nusfjord Lofoten

    Small harbour of Nusfjord Lofoten

    There is a general store which sells souvenirs and a restaurant (which was closed during my visit). And it was all quiet except for the occasional reminders from the Seagulls indicating their presence.

    Seagulls at Nusfjord

    The rain, the fog and the Fjord create such a dreamy and moody atmosphere here at Nusfjord. I am sure the harbour will look equally stunning with a clear blue sky.

    Fog and Fjord at Nusfjord

    Fog at Nusfjord

    Foggy at Nusfjord

    I stopped by the huge frozen lake at Storvatnet after leaving the beautiful Nusfjord and get a welcome gift of snow fall. The cold wind kept reminding me not to overstay.

    Storvatnet at Lofoten

    Snowfall at Storvatnet

    Rock at Storvatnet Lofoten

    Standing on a rock at Storvatnet Lofoten

    My trusty Pentax K-5 performs marvellously well in the quick-changing weather of Lofoten Islands.

    Pentax K-5 at Storvatnet Lofoten

    Road leading to Storvatnet at Lofoten

    Road leading to Storvatnet Lofoten

    Skagsanden beach

    The rain has finally taken its well-deserved break when I reached Skagsanden beach. This is one fantastic looking beach with beautiful surroundings of the mountains, the water, the rocky area and the fine sand. There is also a campsite nearby for those people wanting to take in more of Skagsanden beach.

    Skagsanden beach of Lofoten Islands

    Skagsanden beach Lofoten Islands

    Rocky areas of Skagsanden beach

    Skagsanden beach view 1

    Skagsanden beach view 2

    Skagsanden beach view 3

    House around Skagsanden beach

    Houses around Skagsanden beach

    Ramberg Beach

    And finally to Ramberg Beach which is near to Skagsanden. I have driven pass this beach several times and wanted to check out the white sandy beach and scenic surroundings. But my intention was once again disrupted by the rain soon after I got here.

    Ramberg Beach at Lofoten Islands

    Ramberg Beach Lofoten Islands

    Ramberg Beach Lofoten

    Ramberg Beach

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  • Sund and Fredvang of Lofoten Islands

    Sund and Fredvang of Lofoten Islands

    Sund is an old fishing village at the southern part of Flakstad. It takes just a short detour from the E10 road to reach the quaint village surrounded by a delightful terrain. This is yet another picturesque place in Lofoten Islands with stunning landscape. The reflective waters present a double take of the beautiful surrounding which makes me go shutter-happy. And then there are boats that sail out occasionally, disturbing the calm waters. How not to fall in love with such scenic setting at Sund?

    The beautiful Sund of Lofoten

    The beautiful Sund of Lofoten Islands

    Sund of Lofoten Islands

    Boat sailing at Sund Lofoten

    There is a Sund Fishing Museum which showcases old boat engines and equipment. And the Blacksmith of Sund is well-known for its handmade wrought-iron cormorants. In which, it is possible to visit his workshop and see how the famous cormorant masterpieces are made. But I did not visit any as I am too captivated by the lovely fishing village.

    The reflection of Sund

    Reflective water of Sund

    Reflection of Sund

    Reflective water at Sund

    Rorbuer at Sund Lofoten

    Reflection of blue sky at Sund

    The drive around Sund helps to uncover more of its dramatic surrounding. And all I can say about that is nice, nice and nice!

    Surrounding views of Sund

    Surrounding mountains of Sund

    Surrounding of Sund

    Surrounding reflection of Sund

    Surrounding view of Sund

    Fredvang Bridges

    The Fredvang Bridges are among the spectacular-looking bridges in Norway. It connects the E10 road to Fredvang village and also leads to the trailhead to Kvalvika Beach.

    Fredvang sign in Lofoten

    Fredvang bridge

    Fredvang arc bridge

    Fredvang bridge lofoten islands

    Welcome to Fredvang

    Around Fredvang

    Around Fredvang village

    Along Fredvang village

    The hike to Kvalvika beach Lofoten

    It is a short drive to the trailhead for the hike to Kvalvika beach. There is a parking space just across the road from the trail so it will be easy to locate it. And the surrounding view from the top is simply amazing. Can you spot my rental car?

    Kvalvika beach hike

    The view from Kvalvika hike

    The view from the Kvalvika hike

    Hikers from Kvalvika hike

    The amazing view from Kvalvika hike

    Wooden planks along Kvalvika beach hike

    Path along Kvalvika beach hike

    Paths along Kvalvika beach hike

    Pointer along Kvalvika beach hike

    Sadly, my planned hike to see the ‘end of the world’ beach in person did not materialise due to the weather. Everything started out well with great blue sky but the trail was eventually overshadowed by dark clouds. I decided to turn back quickly to avoid being caught in the rain. So near yet so far, sigh…the quick changing Lofoten Islands weather. I am lucky to reach the car before the rain started pouring. But please be kinder to me if I make it here the next time round?

    Dark clouds at Kvalvika beach hike

    Well, at least it did not rain at other parts of the islands while I make my way back to Hamnoy for dinner.

    Road work on the way back to Hamnoy

    Road works on the way back to Hamnoy

    Road view on the way back to Hamnoy

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