Sommarøy
A fishing village island about 60 km west of Tromsø, with white sand beaches and emerald-green water that feel almost tropical. It is reached over the Hillesøy Bridge.
Sommarøy lies on the west side of Kvaløya and is connected to the mainland by an arched bridge. The island has a traditional fishing village and white sandy beaches. On sunny days the water turns turquoise, and in summer it is called “the Caribbean of the Arctic.” In winter, it is a place to see the Northern Lights, far from light pollution. The drive from town takes about an hour, passing Ersfjordbotn or Kalfjord along the way, and the scenery is excellent. Bus services are very infrequent, so self-driving or joining a one-day fjord tour is recommended. The island has hotels and restaurants.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Ersfjordbotn
- Husky Sledding (Tromsø Villmarkssenter)
- Telegrafbukta
- The Arctic University Museum of Norway
- Prestvannet
- Polaria
- Mack Brewery & Ølhallen
- Northern Lights Chase, Tromsø