Tind – Fishing Village on the Inner Side of Moskenesøya

Tind is one of the picturesque fishing villages on the inner side of Moskenesøya; this group is characterized by many historic buildings. Tind also has a significant fishing industry and a modern fish landing station. Tind also receives a large number of tourists.

Fishing Village and Accommodation

Traditional fishermen’s cabins are one type of accommodation in Tind. As the availability of individual properties may vary, check specific dates for your stay. A historic general store dating from the 19th century adds to the character of the village. A restaurant and café are associated with the building; check whether they are currently open before visiting.

Tindstinden Nearby

Near Tind, the mountain Tindstinden rises steeply to the northwest of the settlement. It is 490 metres high. Tindstinden is one of the last mountains in Lofoten accessible by a hiking trail. Check local route conditions before planning your hike.

The Lofotodden National Park Visitor Management Strategy from 2021 identifies Tindstinden as an area with high visitor pressure and wear from foot traffic. It describes a longer-term visitor management issue, not conditions on any particular day.

Moskenes in the Wider Area

The wider destination of Moskenes includes Lofotodden National Park, which lies in the municipalities of Moskenes and Flakstad. Narrow, high mountain ridges are surrounded by open sea, deep fjords and white beaches. The park aims to offer the public undisturbed nature experiences through low-impact, simple outdoor activities with little technical infrastructure.

On the island of Moskenes, the mountains plunge straight into the sea; small bridges connect the small islands. The Lofotodden Nature Reserve in Moskenes protects a valuable coastal area, including its natural plant and animal life. It is also a particularly valuable breeding area for cormorants and various auk species.

The wider destination of Moskenes is also home to Kollhellaren, the cave known as Refsvikhula. It is Norway’s largest cave with Stone Age cave paintings, approximately 3,000 years old. Thirty-five human-like stick figures are spread across three painted panels.

Also in Moskenes, Reinebringen offers views over the village of Reine, as well as wild fjords and mountains. Bunes Beach is on the northern side of Moskenes in Lofotodden National Park and is accessible only by boat. Daily departures run from Reine to Vindstad across the Reinefjord. As departures and seasonal availability may change, check the current timetable before travelling.

For the wider destination of Moskenes, ferries reach Sørvågen from Bodø, Røst or Værøy; by road, Moskenes is accessible via the E10. Routes and timetables may change. Check the current connection with the relevant operator before travelling.

Discover more destinations: Sørvågen, Moskenes, Reine, Å I Lofoten.

Go to the wider travel overview: Moskenes.