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Skrova — Lofoten's Hidden Gem

Photo: Skrova Kayak

Unique island destination close to Svolvær.

The experience

Heimbrygga Restaurant & Rooms is set in a 200 years old brygga, located on the beautiful island of Skrova, in the Lofoten Islands.

Right by the ferry dock, it has been for many years, the main meeting place for locals and tourists.

Capacity for 70 people seating inside Big outdoor terrasse by the water. Open all year around.

We focus on promoting local gastronomy. All the fish served in the restaurant is caught locally. We are happy to say the main ingredients never been in a car… Directly from the boat to us! All menus can be tailor- made towards group preferences.

Popular on the menu

  • Skrova Flavours - a 3 course meal, created and inspire on Skrova’s sea food traditions.
  • Skrova Tapas - Tapas plate with a sample of several local delicacies.

Where to sleep

Nøtnes Midnattsol - New Guesthouse i Skrova.

Our Guesthouse includes 15 spacious bedrooms, with ensuite bathroom, a cozy living room, a common kitchen and an amazing terrace by the water.

This building historically has been used to host fishermen and local factory workers. Now, all rooms have been fully renovated with comfortable modern, new beds and facilities.

Our rooms are all diferently decorated, each inspired by Skrova diferent atmospheres through the year… The turquoise clear waters, the pink polar days, the white sandy beaches…

With a great location, right by the water, we have a long 50m dock providing docking space for boats.

  • Capacity for 34 guests
  • 13 Double/Twin Rooms and 2 Family Rooms
  • Open all year around

The Perfect Day in Skrova

On this tour, we pack all the main products Skrova has to offer on a perfect day trip.

We take you on a walk though some of the most picturesque parts of the island, passing by the famous tunnel with an outdoor photo exhibition, follow one of the nature paths, towards the white sandy beaches or Skrova Mountain (Høgskrova), depending of guests available time/fitness level.

Like any other place, gastronomy is a huge part of local culture and his comunity identity.

What's the best way to end the trip, than invite you to join a special meal at Heimbrygga Restaurant, a meal created and inspired by Skrova’s sea food traditions and history.

  • Minimum 8 pax
  • Language English, Spanish, Portuguese
  • All year around
  • Approx 5h
What’s included
  • Included:Free ferry from Svolvær (~30 min, no cost for foot passengers)
  • Included:Self-guided island exploration on foot
  • Included:White sand beaches and Arctic scenery
  • Included:Cozy local cafés on the island
  • Included:Scenic hiking trails
  • Not included:Organized guide included
  • Not included:Ferry operates on all times of day — check schedule in advance
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