Skagsanden

Beach Flakstad

A broad white-sand beach on the west coast of Flakstadøya, with mountains rising behind it.

About this place

Skagsanden is a long, open beach known for its pale sand, turquoise shallows in good weather and the mountains in the background. It is exposed to the Atlantic, so wind and swell can be strong. A good place for a walk or for the northern lights on clear winter nights.

Local tip

Bring a windproof jacket; it is exposed even on sunny days.

Safety

Currents and swell can be strong and the water is very cold; take care near the sea.

Location

Flakstad Flakstad Napp Napp Nusfjord Nusfjord Ramberg Ramberg Skagsanden Skagsanden

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Approximate location
68.0980° N, 13.1700° E

Nearby

Ramberg

Village Flakstad 1.2 km away

A village on Flakstadøya's west coast with a long sandy beach facing the open sea.

Always accessible

Flakstad

Village Flakstad 1.3 km away

The old church village of Flakstad municipality, set beside a quiet bay.

Always accessible

Napp

Village Flakstad 6.0 km away

A fishing village at the eastern end of Flakstadøya, close to the bridge to Vestvågøy.

Always accessible

Nusfjord

Village Flakstad 10 km away

A small, well-preserved fishing village around a sheltered inlet, with old wooden buildings along the quay.

Always accessible