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Stokmarknes

Nordland, Norway · Europe

About Stokmarknes

Stokmarknes sits on the route: 15 minutes from Melbu, 42km from Lofoten Islands.

Stokmarknes is a town located in Nordland, Norway. With a population of 3,367, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Stokmarknes sits in Norway, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Oslo time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Stokmarknes to your route.

About Stokmarknes

(Norwegian) or Njárga (Northern Sami) is a town and the administrative centre of Hadsel Municipality in Nordland county, Norway. It is located on the northern coast of the island of Hadseløya and on the small, neighboring island of Børøya. The 2.57-square-kilometre (640-acre) town has a population (2023) of 3,496 and

Read more a population density of 1,360 inhabitants per square kilometre (3,500/sq mi). In 2000, Stokmarknes received "town status". Stokmarknes is the headquarters to the Hurtigruten coastal express company and also the Coastal Express Museum. The local hospital for the whole Vesterålen region (Nordland Hospital Vesterålen) is located in the town as well. Stokmarknes is the home town of Norwegian band Madrugada. The historic Hadsel Church is located about 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) east of Stokmarknes. The Børøy Bridge and Hadsel Bridge connect Stokmarknes to the islands of Børøya and Langøya to the north. Stokmarknes Airport, Skagen is located on Langøya, just over the bridges from Stokmarknes.

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Where is Stokmarknes located?

Stokmarknes is located in Nordland, Norway, Europe. The coordinates are 68.5646 latitude, 14.9108 longitude.

What is the population of Stokmarknes?

Stokmarknes has a population of approximately 3,367 people, making it a town in Norway.

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Quick Information

Population
3,367
Continent
Europe
Country
Norway
Region
Nordland
Timezone
Europe/Oslo
Coordinates
68.5646, 14.9108

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Norway

Police
112
Ambulance
113
Fire
110
Driving side
right

Many toll roads use automatic plate recognition (AutoPASS). Headlights required at all times.

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Worth the detour from Stokmarknes

3 notable places within an hour's drive.

national park

Lofoten Islands

Dramatic Arctic archipelago with jagged peaks, pristine beaches, and vibrant fishing villages above the Arctic Circle.

42 km · about 50 min drive

natural wonder

Northern Lights: Lofoten

The dramatic Lofoten Islands offer stunning aurora displays reflected in fjords and framed by jagged mountain peaks.

42 km · about 50 min drive

landmark

Henningsvaer

A cluster of islets dubbed the 'Venice of Lofoten', famed for its football pitch perched on the rocks.

54 km · about 60 min drive

Driving roads near Stokmarknes

  • 76 kmE10 Lofoten (King Olav's Road)The island-hopping artery of bridges and tunnels linking every Lofoten village to a string of sea views.

When to drive here

May to September

Far northern latitude: short daylight hours outside summer make long drives harder.

Nearby Destinations

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Kabelvåg

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Lødingen

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47 km away

Borkenes

🇳🇴 Norway

56 km awayPop. 1,508

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