Island
Bolga Brygge
Sea Fishing in Nordland 2026
Bolga Brygge sits on the island of Bolga in Meløy municipality, just north of the Arctic Circle at 66° north. The camp offers sea houses on the quay, 14 rental boats and fishing for halibut, cod, redfish and saithe in open sea and archipelago waters between Bodø and Træna.
Details are compiled from operator and third-party sources; “last updated” does not mean every field was independently verified. Confirm prices, capacity, boats, facilities and registration status before booking. To qualify for the export quota, you must both fish and stay through a registered tourist fishing business and carry individual documentation.
Quick facts
Boat fleet
| Boat | Length | Engine | Count | Equipment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaasbøll / Dolmøy / Kværnø | 19 ft | 90 hp | 14 | Kartplotter, Redningsvester, GoFish-sporing |
Species and seasons
Best= best seasonGood= goodOK= possible
Accommodation
Large sea house (4 bedrooms)
Units: 1 · Max guests: 8
Kjøkken · Bad/dusj · Stue · 100 m² · Sjøutsikt · Beliggenhet på kaia
Small sea house (2 bedrooms)
Units: 1 · Max guests: 4
Kjøkken · Bad/dusj · 50 m² · Sjøutsikt · Beliggenhet på kaia
Fiskebrygga (3 bedrooms)
Units: 1 · Max guests: 6
Kjøkken · Bad/dusj · 70 m² · Sjøutsikt
Practical information
What we like about Bolga Brygge
- ✓Island location at 66° north, right at the Arctic Circle, with short access to both open sea and sheltered archipelago
- ✓14 rental boats give strong availability even in high season, and sea houses sit directly on the quay
- ✓Restaurant in the old general store serves local seafood when open in high season
Worth knowing
- !Bolga is an island without a road connection, so travel requires ferry or express boat from Ørnes or Bodø
- !Limited shops and services on the island, so larger purchases must be made before arrival
Tips from experienced anglers
- 1Bolga lies north of 62°N, so the cod minimum size is 44 cm farther than four nautical miles from the baselines and 55 cm within four nautical miles of the baselines. Check the rules before heading home.
- 2The area between Bolga, Støtt and Træna holds deep channels and known halibut grounds. Use large baits and heavy tackle.
- 3Book the ferry to Bolga in good time, and arrange pickup at the quay with Bolga Brygge on arrival.
Frequently asked questions about Bolga Brygge
How do you get to Bolga Brygge?
Bolga is an island with no road link. The nearest airport is Bodø (BOO), about 72 km by road to Ørnes plus an express boat. The Nordlandsekspressen express boat between Bodø and Sandnessjøen calls at Bolga daily. If you bring a car, take the car ferry from Ørnes. Schedule information is published by Reis Nordland.
Which fish species can you catch from Bolga?
Bolga Brygge lists halibut, cod, redfish and saithe as the main species. The area has deep channels to the west and open sea toward Træna, giving solid conditions for both deepwater and fjord fishing. Wolffish and haddock are also caught.
How many boats does Bolga Brygge rent out?
Bolga Brygge has 14 rental boats across several models: Kaasbøll aluminium with 140 hp (largest and most powerful), Dolmøy with cabin and 90 hp for rougher weather, and Kværnø with 60 hp. All have fixed chart plotters, life jackets and GoFish tracking. Exact lengths per model are not published -- contact the camp for details.
Which rules apply to exporting fish from Bolga?
The tourist export quota is 15 kg of fish or fish products per person (aged 12+) in 2026, up to two times per calendar year. The traveller must both fish and stay through a registered tourist fishing business and carry individual documentation. Check whether Bolga Brygge is registered before planning to take catch home.
When is Bolga Brygge open?
The restaurant is open all weekends in high season May to August, and daily from 24 June to 16 August. Sea houses and boat rental may operate outside this window. Contact the camp for low-season availability.
Planning a fishing trip to Bolga Brygge?
Confirm prices, boats, facilities and registration status directly before booking. SafeCamp360 offers camps in Nordland tools for catch data and export-quota overview.