Mageroy Island

Overview

Explore two of Norway’s North Cape fishing villages and a house full of Christmas treasures. Your tour starts with a drive through Honningsvag, gateway to the beautiful island of Magerøy, and winds along the Skipsfjord to Kamøyvær, the smallest of the island’s fishing villages. Catch a glimpse of spectacular rock formations on the way to Skarsvag and its North Cape Christmas and Winter House, which is chock full of Norwegian decorations, glass, pottery and more.

Highlights

Kamøyvær: Stop for photos of the lighthouse, lovely harbor, and art gallery in this scenic spot with only 100 inhabitants.

Skarsvag: Visit the cozy and charming Christmas House in this town that claims to be the world’s northernmost fishing village.

Spectacular rocks: Pause at a beautiful vantage point to see distinctive cliffs once used for rituals by Norway’s indigenous Samis.