Saltdal

Saltdal municipality has approximately 4.700 inhabitants and covers a area of 2.215,3 km2. The Saltdal valley stretches from the Arctic Circle on the Saltfjell plateau, down to the fjord at Rognan. The E-6 passes through the valley and from Storjord the road 77 leads through Junkerdal/Graddis and onwards to Sweden. In the past Saltdal was a centre for boatbuilding, and the traditional Nordland boats are still built here.

Saltdal is a paradise for sports anglers with fresh water, salmon in the Saltdal river and seafishing from Rognan. The administration center Rognan, is also a charming shopping center. In 1979, a large fire left large areas of the traditional buildings in ruins, but during the rebuilding there has been used styles from the old architecture. One has succeeded in creating a busy atmosphere with no traffic, good play areas and good facilities even for the handicapped.

THE ARCTIC CIRCLE CENTRE

The Arctic Circle Centre is on highway E6 up in Saltfjellet. This is the obvious place for any traveller to stop. The Arctic Circle Centre's striking architecture is adapted to its natural surroundings, and the Arctic Circle itself runs right through the building. The Arctic Circle Centre is open during the season from May 1 to September 15. In the area, there are Russian and Yugoslavian WW II memorials. The Arctic Circle Centre is situated in a national park in wonderful hiking territory.

FISHING

Saltdal is a paradise for sports anglers with fresh water, salmon in the Saltdal river and seafishing from Rognan. The traditional Nordland boats are still built here.