Discover a coastal world

Stella Polaris Ltd organize adventure roundtrips in the area of Bodø and Lofoten:

Contact us:

Telephone: +47 75 52 85 08
knut@stella-polaris.no
henry@stella-polaris.no

Salten Museum, the old farm at Løp

This is an old bailiff's farm, 8 km north of Bodø by trunk road Rv 834. A worthwhile destination in itself, it can also be visited on the way to or from Kjerringøy. A Danish bailiff lived on the farm during its days of prosperity in the latter part of the 18th century. The farm actually dates from 1651 and was in use until about 1970.

It is now owned by Bodø municipality and run by Salten Museum. It has been restored, particularly the main building where original furnishings and wallpapers are preserved. In the summer, the distinctive café is open, and weather allowing you can choose to have your meal served in the beautiful garden. Near the old farm, there are a several interesting monuments from the Iron Age.

Dinner is served in the distinguished dining room for groups up to 20 persons with a variety of menus.

Trips to Løp can be either by coach or by RIB from Bodø.