Beiarn is Nordland’s hidden valley — a lush inland municipality where salmon leap, glaciers glisten, and stave churches rise from postcard dreams. With just over 1,000 residents and a landscape carved by the mighty Beiarelva river, Beiarn is a nature-first destination tucked between fjords and alpine peaks. It’s where you can hike to ancient rock carvings, fish in one of Norway’s best salmon rivers, and explore caves that whisper stories from the Ice Age.
Top Attractions
- Beiarelva – 30 km of prime salmon & sea trout fishing
- Savjord Stave Church – hand-built replica with 10,000 roof chips
- Ramsgjelvatnet – serene mountain lake near Moldjord
- Arstadlia Nature Reserve – world’s northernmost elm forest
- Beiarn Rural Museum – Viking age to 20th-century heritage
Where to Stay
Browse hotels and guesthouses in Beiarn
Where to Eat
Explore local food at Beiarmat & Beiarn Kro
Getting There
Beiarn is about 70 km southeast of Bodø. Daily buses connect Moldjord (the administrative center) to Bodø, Saltstraumen, and nearby villages like Høyforsmoen, Trones, and Tverrvika. The E6 highway and scenic cultural road offer access by car. Canoeing, cycling, and hiking are popular ways to explore the valley and fjord.