Fjord

Offersøy Feriesenter

Sea Fishing in Vesteralen 2026

Offersøy Feriesenter sits on the north shore of the Vestfjord in Lødingen municipality, looking out over an open archipelago toward the Lofoten wall. The centre is a base for sea fishing for cod, saithe, halibut and wolffish, with short runs to both shallow grounds and deepwater zones.

Last updated: 8 May 2026

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

Location

Lødingen, Vesteralen

Fishing zone

North of 62°N

Camp type

Fjord

Top species

Cod, Saithe, Halibut, Wolffish, Haddock, Ling

Guide season

Spring (Mar–May), Summer (Jun–Aug), Autumn (Sep–Nov)

Filleting

Yes

Boat fleet

Boat	Length	Engine	Count	Equipment
Aluminiumsbåt 20-21 fot	20 ft	80 hp	Not verified	Ekkolodd, Kartplotter, Redningsvester, 4-takts påhengsmotor
Aluminiumsbåt 18 fot	18 ft	50 hp	Not verified	Ekkolodd, Kartplotter, Redningsvester, 4-takts påhengsmotor

Species and seasons

Species	Jan–Mar	Apr–Jun	Jul–Sep	Oct–Dec
Cod	Best	Best	Good	Good
Saithe	OK	Good	Best	Good
Halibut	Closed	Partly closed	Best	Partly closed
Wolffish	OK	Good	Best	OK
Haddock	OK	Good	Best	Good
Ling	OK	Good	Best	OK

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BestGoodOKIndicative fishing season

Accommodation

Two-storey rorbu cabin

Units: 5 · Max guests: 7

Kjøkken · Bad/dusj · Peis · 3 soverom · Sjøutsikt · Sengetøy inkludert

Cabin

Units: 5 · Max guests: 5

Kjøkken · Bad/dusj · Oppvarming · Sengetøy inkludert

Room in main building

Units: 5 · Max guests: 2

Eget bad · Oppvarming · Felles kjøkken

Pricing information

Rorbu from 3000 NOK/night, cabin from 2100 NOK/night, room from 1550 NOK/night. Boat hire and fishing gear charged separately. Contact the centre for package rates.

Practical information

Address: 8412 Vestbygd, Lødingen

Nearest airport: Harstad/Narvik (EVE) (105 km)

Website: www.offersoy.no

What we like about Offersøy Feriesenter

✓Central position on the Vestfjord gives access to both skrei grounds and summer halibut zones without long runs offshore.
✓Wide range of accommodation: rorbu, cabin, room, guest harbour and camping on one site, suitable for couples and larger fishing groups.
✓On-site restaurant, bar and café, plus filleting benches and freezer space for the catch.

Worth knowing

!Long airport transfer: approx. 105 km from Harstad/Narvik (EVE), with the Lødingen-Bognes ferry on the E6 approach.
!Boat fleet is mainly 18-21 ft open aluminium boats, not cabin cruisers. Limited comfort in rough weather.

Tips from experienced anglers

1Use the short distance to Tjeldsundet and Tysfjorden for varied fishing: cod and saithe on shallower grounds to the east, halibut on deeper ground to the south.
2The skrei season historically peaks from March to mid-April in the Vestfjord. Book boat and rorbu well in advance for this window.
3Confirm the operator's documentation and weighing procedure before departure. In 2026, a person aged 12+ must both fish and stay through a registered tourist fishing business to use the export quota.

Frequently asked questions about Offersøy Feriesenter

Where is Offersøy Feriesenter located, and how do you get there?

The centre is in Vestbygd in Lødingen municipality, on the north shore of the Vestfjord, approximately 105 km from Harstad/Narvik airport (Evenes, EVE). Coming from the south on E6, the Bognes-Lødingen ferry shortens the drive. Vestbygd is then reached via the county road westward.

What types of boats can you rent at Offersøy?

The centre rents 20-21 ft open aluminium boats with 80 hp 4-stroke engines and 18 ft boats with 50 hp. Both are equipped with echo sounder, chart plotter and safety gear. Contact the centre for exact fleet availability during your week.

Which species can you fish from Offersøy Feriesenter?

The Vestfjord produces cod year-round (skrei in March-April), saithe and haddock through summer and autumn, plus halibut and ling on deeper grounds. Wolffish and redfish appear on the right bottom types. Mackerel and herring are caught near the surface in July and August.

Is there a filleting room and freezer storage on site?

Yes. Offersøy has filleting benches, fish boxes and freezer space so guests can clean, fillet and freeze their catch. Remember the 2026 export quota of 15 kg per person (aged 12+), and that export requires the stay to be booked through a Fiskeridirektoratet-registered facility.

When is the facility open for fishing?

Offersøy markets a fishing season from 1 March through the end of October. Skrei fishing covers March to mid-April, while halibut and mixed summer fishing peak from June to September. Winter bookings outside this window should be arranged directly.

Planning a fishing trip to Offersøy Feriesenter?

Confirm prices, boats, facilities and registration status directly before booking. SafeCamp360 offers camps in Vesteralen tools for catch data and export-quota overview.

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