SOMMARØYA · WINTER
When the dark brings the sky to life.
In winter, Sommarøya becomes quieter and darker. On clear evenings the northern lights can dance over mountains and sea, while snow and arctic winter light give the island a completely different feel.
One of the most beautiful stops outside Tromsø
Sommarøya lies out by the open sea west of Tromsø and is known for its white sandy beaches, small islands, mountains and open views towards the Norwegian Sea.
For many visiting Tromsø, Sommarøya has become a natural stop – whether as a day trip, a drive around Kvaløya or just to experience the special atmosphere out by the coast.
Here nature is always close, and the light gives the place a completely different expression from summer to winter.
Summer on Sommarøya
Summer nights in golden light
In summer the darkness almost disappears. The long, light nights give Sommarøya an atmosphere all of its own, with evening sun over the sea, bright beaches and hours where the day almost doesn't end.
Here you can stroll along the beach late in the evening, watch the sun reflect in the sea and experience the arctic summer at its calmest.
Winter on Sommarøya
When the sky begins to dance
When winter comes, Sommarøya becomes quieter, darker and perhaps even more atmospheric.
On clear evenings the northern lights can move across the mountains and the sea, while snow, winter light and the still coastal landscape give the place a completely different expression than in summer.
Sommarøya is therefore not just a summer destination. The experience shifts with the seasons – and that's precisely part of what makes the place special.
Quiet mornings, light evenings and the sea close by.
Why so many make the trip here
A good stop on the road
Take your break at Havfrua
When you visit Sommarøya, Havfrua Kro is a natural place to stop for a coffee, a warm meal or a little break before the journey continues.
Here nature is right outside the door, and the atmosphere inside is just as unpretentious and warm as the place around it.
Ready for Sommarøya?
Whether you come for the beaches, the sea, the light or just want to experience one of the most popular stops outside Tromsø, Sommarøya is well worth the trip.