Tind: Fishing Village and Tindstinden

Tind appeals to travellers who want to include the character of a fishing village and a nearby mountain in their stay. The village lies on the inner side of Moskenesøya; old buildings and fishing shape its appearance. Tindstinden rises steeply to the northwest of the settlement. This brings two distinct interests into focus: the historic village setting and a hike on the nearby mountain.

Fishing Village and Fishing

Tind is one of the picturesque fishing villages on the inner side of Moskenesøya, characterised by many old buildings. Tindhamna in Tind is a typical and well-preserved fishing village in western Lofoten. Tind also has a significant fishing industry.

A historic trading post from the 19th century is associated with a restaurant and café. If you would like to stop there, please check before your visit whether these facilities are currently open.

Tindstinden and the Hiking Trail

Tindstinden is 490 metres high and rises steeply to the northwest of the settlement. It is one of the last mountains in Lofoten accessible by a hiking trail. Check trail conditions locally before planning the hike.

The 2021 visitor management strategy for Lofotodden National Park notes high visitor pressure and wear from foot traffic on Tindstinden. If you include the mountain in your itinerary, you can take this impact into account and hike with care for the trail.

Accommodation and Getting There

Traditional fishermen’s cabins are available for overnight stays in Tind. Availability may vary, so check whether a suitable place to stay is available for your travel dates. Tind is accessible by road. This means you can plan it as a place to stay in its own right when travelling by car.

Moskenes as a Broader Setting

The wider destination of Moskenes offers a broader landscape setting, distinct from the character of Tind itself. Lofotodden National Park is located in the municipalities of Moskenes and Flakstad. There, narrow, high mountain ridges are surrounded by open sea, deep fjords and white beaches. Lofotodden Nature Reserve in the municipality of Moskenes protects a valuable coastal area and its natural plant and animal life; the reserve is also an important breeding ground for cormorants and various auks.

Kollhellaren, also known as Refsvikhula, is part of the cultural heritage of the wider destination of Moskenes. The cave is Norway’s largest cave with Stone Age paintings, which are approximately 3,000 years old. A total of 35 human-like stick figures are spread across three painted panels. From Reinebringen, you can also look out over the village of Reine as well as wild fjords and mountains.

Other destinations in the wider area have their own access requirements: Bunes Beach lies on the northern side of Moskenes in Lofotodden National Park and is accessible only by boat. There are daily departures from Reine to Vindstad via the Reinefjord; check current departures and seasonal availability before travelling. Moskenes is accessible by road via the E10. Ferries reach Sørvågen from Bodø, Røst or Værøy; check current routes and timetables before travelling as well.

Discover more destinations: Moskenes, Reine, Å i Lofoten and Sørvågen.

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