Kjøllefjord

Welcome to Norkyn - where nature reigns and the road ends!

Experience Sami culture, both past and present, on the spectacular Nordkyn Peninsula, where cyclists feel humbled by the mighty forces of nature.

One of the key attractions is best seen from the ship en route to Kjøllefjord. The iconic Finnkirka sea cliff is a Sami cultural landmark and resembles a church in its shape. This rock formation has been a crucial landmark for sailors for centuries, particularly in navigating the dangerous waters around Nordkyn.

Kjøllefjord is a small village with shops and a hotel. Since the 1500s, it has been a trade center for fishermen, Sami people, and locals. Fishing is still a major industry here, with many boats, mainly sjarker (small fishing boats between 8-11 meters), lined up in the harbor. In addition to common fish species like cod, pollock, haddock, and halibut, king crab has become a popular delicacy.

To the east of the harbor lies Foldalbruket, a museum with a summer café and accommodations. Here, you can stay like the fishermen did during the seasonal fisheries of the 1950s and 60s.

Reindeer herding has been a part of Sami culture since the 1600s, and more than 5,000 reindeer graze on the peninsula during the summer, feeding on heather, lichen, and grass.

Midnight Sun between May 15 to July 31.