The Lofot fishing season in spring is still vital and central to the economy and population here. Many people associate Lofoten with its precipitous, dramatic and often fabled mountains and picturesque fishing villages. However, Lofoten is so much more – quiet bays, white sandy beaches, sheltered fjords and perhaps surprisingly, expansive, green agricultural areas.

This is a remote part of the world but we make getting here a simple excursion for Hurtigruten passengers. Starting in the “Capital of Lofoten,” Svolvær you head to the well-known fishing village of Henningsvær.

It is said that the light in Lofoten is unlike any other place on earth, which is why artists from Norway and abroad have always come here. In Henningsvær, you will visit an art gallery showcasing several Norwegian artists’ interpretations of the beauty of the Lofoten archipelago.

There is also a slide show presentation and an opportunity to purchase artwork. Pictures may say more than a thousand words but they are no match for being in this picturesque and awe-inspiring landscape. So come aboard, find a good seat and enjoy the view.