Population 4,900 / 69.3 degrees north

Finnsnes, Norway

Finnsnes is a small town just across from the famous island of Senja. While the town itself isn’t particularly historic, it is an interesting place and great hub for exploration in Northern Norway.

Fun Facts About Finnsnes

Latitude: 69.3 degrees north

Population: 4,900

Finnsnes Municipality

In this Travel Guide...

Things to See & Do

Here’s an overview of some of the best things to see and do in Finnsnes

Finnsnes Church

Finnsnes Church is a modern church from 1979.

Hikes, Day Trips & Experiences

Looking to go for a hike or take part in a unique experience? Here are our recommendations!

Senja

Finnsnes is known as the Gateway to Senja, an island that brands itself as a Norwegian fairytale.

Road-Trips

Follow our road-trip guides for scenic trips around Elverum

Self-Guided Walks

Elverum on YouTube

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Uniquely Finnsnes

Here are some things that you must do and try in Finnsnes

History of Finnsnes

People have lived in Finnsnes for a long time, though it was just a singular farm and small community until the coastal ferry began calling here. The name Finnsnes comes from the name of the farm and it’s believed the name is from around the year 1400.

Finnsnes Today

The region has gone through a positive development, with the largest growth in trade and industry in the county. Fishing and agriculture are two of the most important industries, though fish farming is of increasing importance.

Travel Information

Getting Here

Fly: No airport

Drive: Finnsnes is connected to the rest of Norway via the Fv86, which goes between the island of Senja and the E6 highway.

Train: No train collection

Ferry:

The coastal ferry stops here daily; the northbound stops just before lunch, while the southbound stops in the early hours of the morning. There are also express boats connecting Finnsnes to Harstad and Tromsø.

Getting Around

It’s easy to get around on foot

Shops

Places to Eat

Cafes & Bakeries

 

Quick Bites

 

Reasonable Restaurants

 

High End & Unique Eats

 

Places to Stay

Camping

 

Cabins & B&Bs

Chains & Mid-Range

High End & Unique Properties

Finnsnes Gård is the historic farm property. It is possible to stay in the farm building or one of the new cabins they have built along the waterfront.

 

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