The incredible football stadium on beautiful little island with the 'best view in Europe'
Henningsvaer, a famous Norwegian fishing village between Svolvaer and Leknes in Lofoten, is known for its dramatic windswept surroundings but has become an online sensation because of its footballing history.
A tiny village of some 500 inhabitants boasts one of the most unique football grounds in the world, surrounded by stunning views.
Henningsvær, a famous Norwegian fishing village between Svolvær and Leknes in Lofoten, is known for its dramatic windswept landscape.
Visitors often opt to scale “Festvågtind” of one of Lofoten’s most scenic peaks for the best views, according to Visit Norway.
However, the village has gained wider attention due to its football pitch, which is situated in the unlikely surroundings of the Arctic Circle's rock islands.
According to travel firm North Gate Booking, the ground was built in the early 20th century before undergoing several renovations to make it what it is today.
The solid bedrock of the south of Hellandsøya Island was levelled to achieve an even surface among the rough, rocky terrain, Go Fjords says.
A strip of asphalt lines the field which is both a car park and a place to watch the game from. Though there are plenty of cod-drying racks around the pitch, you won't find any stands to sit in, so bringing a chair is a must.
It's said that 500 people can easily fit pitchside to watch matches, meaning the entire village could watch a game.
Sadly as it's only used for amateur football, you're unlikely to see the giants of European football gracing the turf, but it also hosts various other non-football-related events like music concerts and cultural festivals.
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Henningsvær is spread across several islands and is worth visiting for its charming narrow streets and cosy fishing village atmosphere alone.
The islands are fairly remote, and until the 1980s it was only accessible to the rest of the Lofoten archipelago by boat, giving the area an old-world charm and helping it to retain its picturesque village architecture.
Between the two main islands, you'll find quaint cafes to enjoy the scenic splendour. Unsurprisingly, there's a wealth of places to get incredible fish as fresh as can be, including cod fillets and roe, according to Expedia.
The area has also become a cultural hub, with highlights including the KaviarFactory, an art gallery within a converted industrial building on the waterfront.
