Stø

The fishing village of Stø is a vibrant community that blends old and new traditions. An example of this can be seen on walls throughout the village, which are adorned with artsy sea treasures.

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Fish has always been central to life in Stø, located at the northern tip of Langøya in Vesterålen. It still is, especially in winter when the spawning cod makes its arrival. There is a fish reception facility here, and they have plenty to do. A fifteen-minute drive away lies Myre, the largest fishing harbor in Norway.

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Many will simply enjoy nature in the old-fashioned way, on foot. There are plenty of hiking opportunities, with one particular route being especially well-known.

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The Queen's Route earned its name after Her Majesty Queen Sonja, who first walked the trail in 1994. This hiking trail, taking between five to eight hours, offers many experiences. It covers approximately 15 kilometers and runs between the fishing villages of Stø and Nyksund. Along the way, the trail meanders along the coast and over mountain peaks at 400 meters altitude, offering stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean.

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Stø is undoubtedly a splendid village in the north!

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Sources

Main photo on top by Christian Roth Christensen/VisitNorway

Fiskeværet Stø (visitvesteralen.com)

Stø i Vesterålen – Wikipedia

Stø – i Øksnes – Store norske leksikon (snl.no)

Dronningruta (Nyksund - Stø) | Hiking | Sortland | Norway (visitnorway.no)