Population 18,866 / 66.3 degrees north

Mo i Rana, Norway

Located just below the Arctic Circle, Mo i Rana is a major administrative centre for the region and transportation hub on the E6 highway running the entire length of Norway. Mo i Rana is also the third-largest city in Northern Norway. 

Fun Facts About Mo i Rana

Latitude: 61.4 degrees north

Population: 2,211

Rana Municipality

In this Travel Guide...

Things to See & Do

Here’s an overview of some of the best things to see and do in Mo i Rana

Rana Museum

Rana Museum tells the industrial history of Mo i Rana and the main exhibition shows everything from large machines to films of the old town. 

Mo Church

Mo Church is the oldest building in Mo i Rana and was built in 1724 by Thomas von Westen, a Norwegian priest and missionary who worked with the Sami. 

Hikes, Day Trips & Experiences

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

MosjØen

Located just out of Mo i Rana, Mosjoen is one of the most charming little towns in Central Norway. 

Road-Trips

Follow my road-trip guides for scenic trips around Mo i Rana

The E6 Highway from Trondheim to Narvik

The E6 highway is the longest highway running through Norway, beginning south of Oslo and ending at Kirkenes. This stretch of the E6 covers the entire length of Arctic Norway, passing by and including some spectacular remote places. 

Self-Guided Walks

No self-guided walks are currently available for Mo i Rana

Mo i Rana on YouTube

Watch my YouTube videos featuring Mo i Rana

Narvik to Mo i Rana

This drives follows the E6 south from Narvik to Mo i Rana

Mo i Rana to Trondheim

This drives follows the E6 south from Mo i Rana to Trondheim

Uniquely Mo i Rana

Here are some things that you must do and try in Mo i Rana

History of Mo i Rana

Mining, boatbuilding and hunting/fishing have been important to the area for hundreds of years. From 1730 onwards there was a Sami market here. Eventually Norwegians settled here and established trading connections with the Swedes. Many of the original trade routes are now hiking paths.

Mo i Rana grew as an industrial centre in the early 20th century and people moved from all over Norway to work here. The Iron Mill was one of the biggest employers in the area. 

Mo i Rana Today

Nord University is located here. The campus has around 470 students. 

The municipality is rich in iron ore and water for producing power, so Mo i Rana has always been an industrial town. Norsk Jernverk, established in 1946, produced steel for the country. Mo Industrial Park is one of Norway’s largest industrial parks. 

Travel Information

Getting Here

Fly: Mo i Rana has a regional airport. 

Drive: Mo i Rana is located on the E6 highway. 

Train: Mo i Rana is a stop on the Nordland Line running between Trondheim and Bodo. 

Ferry: No ferry access

Getting Around

Mo i Rana is walkable. 

Shops

Places to Eat

Cafes & Bakeries

Munin Coffee House is an excellent local spot for coffee. 

Quick Bites

 

Reasonable Restaurants

 

High End & Unique Eats

 

Places to Stay

All my hotel recommendations are based on research and experience. I don’t recommend somewhere unless I think it is wonderful! The Hidden North focuses on accommodation that provides good quality for price or offer local or unique experiences. 

Camping

 

Cabins & B&Bs

Fjordgaarden Mo is located close to the train station. 

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Chains & Mid-Range

Scandic Meyergården is the nicest hotel in the town. 

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Clarion Collection Helma is another good option.

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High End & Unique Properties

 

Sunrise/Sunset & Weather Averages

January

Sunrise: 10:02am

Sunset: 2:23pm

Average Temperature: -5.9C (21F)

February

Sunrise: 8:11am

Sunset: 4:24pm

Average Temperature: -4.7C (23F)

March

Sunrise: 6:24am

Sunset: 6:01pm

Average Temperature: -2.9C (27F)

April

Sunrise: 5:23am

Sunset: 8:46pm

Average Temperature: 2C (36F)

May

Sunrise: 3:22am

Sunset: 10:40pm

Average Temperature: 6.9C (44F)

June

Midnight sun from 9 June

Average Temperature: 11C (52F)

July

Sunrise: 2:28am

Sunset: 11:45pm

Average Temperature: 14.8C (59F)

August

Sunrise: 4:37am

Sunset: 9:36pm

Average Temperature: 13C (57F)

September

Sunrise: 6:21am

Sunset: 7:33pm

Average Temperature: 9.7C (49F)

October

Sunrise: 7:59am

Sunset: 5:37pm

Average Temperature: 3.5C (38F)

November

Sunrise: 8:52am

Sunset: 2:42pm

Average Temperature: -0.7C (31F)

December

Sunrise: 10:38am

Sunset: 1:17pm

Average Temperature: -3.3C (26F)

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