Bølandet: Torvik’s Harbor, Coastal Landscape, and Farm History

Bølandet is shaped by the coastal landscape around Torvik and its small harbor. Torvik lies on the east coast of Leinøya. At the harbor, travelers can disembark to explore the island of Leinøya and its surroundings. If you are planning a stay in Bølandet, this page offers an introduction to the local landscape and farm history; options in the wider destination of Herøy add to this local perspective.

Torvik: Harbor and Coastal Landscape

Torvik consists of a few low warehouses and traditional houses between the sea, fields, and wooded hills. This is how the village is shaped by the interplay of settlement, coast, and rural surroundings. The small harbor is also a point of arrival: Hurtigruten and Havila Kystruten call at Torvik. Check the ship connections before traveling, as schedules may change.

Farmsteads and Building History

The farmsteads on Bølandet include Nygård, also known as “Kvamaplassen.” The ensemble comprises a dwelling house, a shed, a barn, and a boathouse by the sea. Espeset is another farmstead on Bølandet; it includes a dwelling house, a woodshed, and a storehouse. These two examples add a rural and architectural-historical dimension to the coastal landscape.

Another story from the area around Espeset concerns a former mill house on Bølandet. It once stood by the river in Frøystad, was moved, and is now used as a chicken house. Its former location, relocation, and current use are distinct stages in the building’s history.

Hiking and Regional Connections in Herøy

In the wider destination of Herøy, the inhabited islands are connected to one another and to the mainland by bridges and the subsea Eiksund Tunnel. For hiking enthusiasts, the Stikk-UT! program in Herøy offers 17 varied hikes in 2026, ranging from easy, short routes to more challenging mountain hikes.

Another option is the annual Ti på topp program in the wider destination of Herøy. It features 12 summit hikes for adults and 12 routes for children under 13 and people over 70. Stamp cards, hike descriptions, and a simple map are included in the program. The two hiking programs have different focuses: Stikk-UT! includes routes of varying types and difficulty levels, while Ti på topp tailors its selection to the groups mentioned. Check the seasonal information for the 2026 program before planning a specific hike.

Culture and Nature in the Wider Destination of Herøy

In the wider destination of Herøy, Herøy Coastal Museum presents a historic trading post from the 18th and 19th centuries. The exhibits include authentic buildings, period interiors, fishing equipment, and boats. During the summer season, the museum serves freshly baked waffles, as well as coffee and tea.

On Runde, in the wider destination of Herøy, a guided tour at the Runde Environmental Centre covers the sinking of the Akerendam in 1725, the gold treasure recovered in 1972, and the seabirds that breed on Runde. Also on Runde, you can join an evening guided puffin safari to the bird cliffs, where you can see puffins up close. The hike to the bird cliffs takes about 45 minutes and reaches an elevation of approximately 200 meters above sea level.

Discover more destinations: Fosnavåg, Tjørvåg, Leinøy, Moldtustranda, Runde, Nerlandsøy

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