Værøy
Værøy harbour is surrounded by high mountains and therefore quite well protected from the winds, and from the swell by a huge jetty. The village has a population of around 700. Its name means the "Weather Island", not referring to nice weather, but rather to the harsh conditions experienced in such an isolated island located at the end of the Lofoten islands. The mild climate of the island is particularly well-suited for drying unsalted fish (stockfish).
The island is known for is large colonies of Puffins and its white sand beaches.
North of Værøy, in the straight between Mosken and Moskøya is the Moskstraumen, alias the Maelström, the strongest tidal current in the world after the Saltstraumen (near Bodø)
A fisherman owns 17 old houses of the first village, and takes care of them as a living Museum.
Getting there
By own boat
Very protected bay due to the mountains and the jetty. Moore at the guest pontoon for 150 NOK per night, with electricity but no other services.
Værøy
- Coordinates: 67.65769, 12.705002