Northern Norwegian cultural evening at Angell Gjestegård

Next occasion 12 September

Outdoor winter scene of a woman holding a large frame drum and mallet near a teepee tent in snow.

Group of people in winter jackets gathered around a hanging fireplace with visible flames and string lights indoors.

Low-angle view of a woman holding a large drum and mallet outdoors, with a teepee and sky behind her.

Experience Northern Norwegian food, farm life and Sami stories at Angell Gjestegård, around 15 minutes from Narvik city center. Here, guests gather around the fire in the lavvu for a close encounter with local flavors, traditions and hosts.

Highlights

Taste homemade Northern Norwegian food based on local ingredients
Experience Sami storytelling and drumming ceremony with shaman Tone
Enjoy campfire coffee and quiet moments around an open fire in the lavvu
Learn about the life, nature and traditions that have shaped Northern Norway
Meet the horses, dogs, chickens, and rabbits on the family farm

Departs from: Skjomnesveien 15, 8521 Ankenes
Duration: 2 hours hours

Booking

Pre-order

Guide language

English
Norwegian

Description

At Angell Gjestegård, Northern Norwegian hospitality, Sami traditions and farm life are at the center. On arrival, you will be greeted by the hosts before gathering around the fire in the traditional Sami lavvo. Here, a hot, homemade stew based on local ingredients is served, along with coffee cooked over an open fire and biscuits.

While you sit on sheepskins around the fire, the hosts share stories about the nature, people and traditions that have shaped life in the north. You will also meet the shaman Tone, who conveys Sami stories and traditions through storytelling and drumming ceremonies. Afterwards, there is time for questions, conversations and to enjoy the tranquility around the fire.

The visit continues out on the farm, where you get to meet the animals that live here. Say hello to the horses and dogs, and visit the chickens and rabbits. The experience combines food, stories, culture and everyday life on a small family farm just outside Narvik.

More information

Max capacity: 12

Transport

Not included

Includes

Hot, homemade serving
Campfire coffee
Biscuits for coffee
Sámi storytelling and drumming ceremony
Meeting with the farm's dogs and horses

Additional information

Dress according to the weather and temperature in the evening.
The experience takes place both inside the lavvu and outside on the farm.
Show consideration for the animals and follow the host's advice during the visit.
Guests with food allergies must report in advance.

Map & Directions

From Narvik Tourist Information: 12.8 km

From Narvik Tourist Information, follow the E6 south out of Narvik city center.
Drive over the Beisfjord Bridge and continue on the E6 through Ankenes and Håkvik.

Turn left onto Håkvikdalveien, and continue onto Skjomnesveien. After approx. 400 meters, the location is on the left side.

Contact information: +47 90 03 63 07 [email protected]

From 2100 GBP