Tonnes

Tonnes combines hiking with views of the coast, islands and mountains. A special destination is Tonnes Cave: the sea cave was formed by marine erosion after the Ice Age and is about 180 metres long. Boat connections are also part of the local landscape. If you are looking for a holiday apartment in Tonnes, you can consider whether you would like to focus your holiday more on hiking destinations, the cave or boat traffic to the islands.

Tonnes Cave: natural history and trail conditions

Today, due to post-Ice Age land uplift, Tonnes Cave lies about 40 metres above sea level. Its sandy floor is easy to walk on. The path to the cave is a separate matter: it is rated as moderately difficult and is short, steep and uneven. The access route starts at a gate on a rise just before Tonnes. There is ample parking at the harbour below the starting point. The information about the trail and the cave floor therefore describes different sections and helps you assess the excursion accordingly.

Hiking between the marina and mountain views

The hike to the distinctive white Himmelberg rocks starts directly above Tonnes marina. There are two alternative routes to Himmelbergtinden; both are marked with red markers or poles. Another option is to hike up Tonnesfjellet on the north side of Tonnes. It is considered relatively easy and offers views of the coast and surrounding islands. From the summit, the view extends across the islands of Lurøy, Rødøy and Meløy, as well as the mountains inland. These different hiking destinations offer distinct focuses: the cave, striking rock formations, or summit views across islands and mountains.

Boat traffic and activities on the water

Ferries and express boats run from Tonnes on the mainland to the islands in the municipality of Lurøy. There are also express boat connections to Stokkvågen and to the islands of Lurøy. Tonnes is also a hub for boat traffic to Kvarøy and Hestmona. When choosing a location, these connections can be just as important as the hiking trails. There is a municipal swimming pontoon at the southern harbour that is open to the public. At municipal public quays, the mooring time is 24 hours. Around Tonnes, you can also fish from land or from a boat at sea.

Local cuisine and traces of history

At OscarBrygga, a converted old fishing quay, local fish dishes and more traditional meat dishes are served. This adds a local culinary option to the nature experiences. There are also places of historical interest around Tonnes: on the island of Vikingen, off Tonnes, there is an Arctic Circle monument symbolising the crossing of the Arctic Circle. A burial ground is located on Ytterkvarøya, off Tonnes. Rich finds of weapons, jewellery and everyday objects from the Merovingian period, around 600–800 AD, have been made there. These finds add another historical dimension to the area, alongside the cave formed by marine erosion and today’s boat connections.

For more ideas of places to visit, you can also discover Nord-Solvær, Bratland, Lovund and Lurøy.

Go to the main travel overview: Lurøy.