Natuurgebieden in Bodø

Nature's Serene Escapes

Explore the diverse freshwater landscapes of Bodø, ranging from the central Pelle Molins plass park to the expansive Valnesvatnet and Heggmovatnet reservoirs. This selection features critical water resources and alpine lakes set against the dramatic backdrop of Nordland’s coastal mountains and the Sjunkhatten National Park vicinity. These spots offer a variety of terrain for hiking, including the coastal ponds of Landegode island and high-altitude lakes like Sankt Olav-vatnet.

Nature's Serene Escapes — Kaart

A

Pelle Molins plass

Urban park in central Bodø named after the Swedish writer and artist Pelle Molin.

B

Oddvatnet

Freshwater lake situated on the northern part of Landegode island.

C

Svartvatnet

Lake located on the island of Landegode, accessible via hiking trails from the coast.

D

Sankt Olav-vatnet

Alpine lake situated in the mountainous terrain south of the Skjerstad Fjord.

E

Storvatnet

Large freshwater lake located in the southern part of Bodø municipality near Misvær.

F

Valnesvatnet

Significant lake located near the village of Valnes, feeding the Valnesforsen waterfall.

G

Litlskarvatnet

High-altitude lake located in the rugged mountain landscape east of Bodø.

H

Gjømmervatnet

Regulated reservoir used for local hydroelectric power generation.

I

Mangevatnet

Mountain reservoir located in the interior highlands of the Bodø region.

J

Heggmovatnet

Large reservoir serving as the primary source of drinking water for the city of Bodø.

K

Brattstøvågen

Coastal pond and bay area located on the southwestern shore of Landegode island.

L

Litl Elsenakkvatnet

Small alpine pond located in the mountainous eastern district of the municipality.

M

Gravvatnet

Remote mountain pond situated in the highlands near the border of Sjunkhatten National Park.

N

Brutjønna

Small pond located near the Heggmoen area, accessible via forest paths.

O

Ner Bjønnlidalsvatnet

Lower mountain lake situated in the Bjønnlidalen valley area.