Innhavet: Fjord scenery, trails and history

Innhavet is also the name of a shallow body of water within Finnøya. Narrow straits connect it to the Kaldvågfjord to the west and the Sagfjord to the east. Circular walks, other hiking trails and a marked cycling route each offer something different; the Hamarøy War Memorial Museum focuses on local history. Innhavet offers ways to shape a trip that combines waterside scenery, outdoor activities and culture.

Waters and scenery around Innhavet

The shallow body of water called Innhavet is enclosed within Finnøya. Nearby is Kaldvågstraumen, a tidal current between the north side of Finnøya and the Kaldvågfjord. The Innhavet–Litlvasstuva hiking trail offers views of the inner Sagfjord, Innhavet and Karpollen. The trail description points to specific views, including both the Sagfjord and the body of water whose name is associated with the village.

Hiking and cycling routes with different highlights

The Innhavet–Litlvasstuva hiking trail is a 3 km circular route on a path. For anyone planning a trip around a known distance, this offers a specific point of reference; views of the inner Sagfjord, Innhavet and Karpollen also give the trail a scenic focus. Another existing hiking trail runs between Innhavet and Storvatnet. The Innhavet–Gullskogheia circular walk is intended as a children’s hiking trail. These details describe different trails and destinations without needing to combine them into a single route.

There is also a dedicated cycling option: a marked cycling route runs between Innhavet and Finnøy.

Local history and war memorials

The Hamarøy War Memorial Museum showcases cultural heritage from the 1940–45 war years. Its focus is local history, particularly assistance for refugees escaping across the border. The museum also covers the local history of railway construction and the fate of Soviet prisoners of war. These topics give a visit its own historical focus: alongside cultural heritage from the war years, they explore specific aspects of local history.

The existing hiking trail from Innhavet to Straumøya is linked to another historical site: a viewpoint and war memorials. This gives you a choice between learning about local history in a museum and following a hiking trail associated with a viewpoint and memorials. The two options offer different highlights and do not form a single route.

Winter activities and swimming

Innhavet ski centre has a toboggan run, an alpine ski run and a cross-country ski trail. Tobogganing, alpine skiing and cross-country skiing are distinct winter activities available in the village. Innhavet also has a swimming pool. These activities add more options to consider alongside the trails and cultural history when planning a holiday; which one matters most to you depends on the experiences you want to focus on.

Innhavet as a base for your trip

Innhavet lies on the E6. Road Fv. 662 runs from Innhavet to Finnøya. If road access is part of your choice of location, these are two specific points to consider: the village’s location on the E6 and the road connection from Innhavet to Finnøya. Looking for a holiday apartment in Innhavet is one option for travellers interested in the trails, the body of water and the cultural and recreational activities mentioned here. You can match your preferred focus with the location of your accommodation.

More local pages: Skutvik, Ulvsvåg, Presteid, Hamarøy, Tranøy.

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