Sandnessjøen

Sandnessjøen combines a working coastal character with the dramatic profile of the Seven Sisters in a way that reflects its position on Alsta Island in Helgeland. The town is a transport and service centre for this stretch of Nordland’s island-dotted coast, with the Helgeland Bridge linking Alsta to the mainland. South of the centre, Alstahaug Church is a medieval stone church associated with Petter Dass, the 17th-century poet-priest whose writing holds an important place in Norwegian culture. The nearby Petter Dass Museum explores his life and legacy. Ferries and coastal routes keep the sea central to everyday life here. Discover other points of interest through webcams located across Helgeland and Nordland.

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