Road Trippin’ to the North East, Part 2

Part 2 of our northern island road trip along the Senja National Tourist Route started with more wow moments as we took in the amazing views of Oksen Mountain (also known as the "Devil's Teeth").

Oksen is a peninsula at the north side of the Hardanger Fjord. Its strategic location made it part of the ancient coastal defense system. In times of unrest, a bonfire would be lit at the mountain, signalizing that unfriendly ships were coming, and that the local defense should mobilize. This system was in use until the end of the Napoleonic wars.

For lunch, we stopped in the village of Senjahopen. Located along the Medfjorden on the northwest part of Senja, it is one of the most important fishing villages on the island.

Another memorable stop after lunch was the Husøy island overlook. This small village covers the entire island of Husøy which is located in the Øyfjorden off the northwest coast of Senja. Husøy is home to around 300 people and is Senja’s most active fishing community. Read more