This town is like a postcard-perfect setting, ideal for a movie depicting life in paradise. Everywhere I walked, I saw postcard-worthy scenes. I could describe them, but I believe the photos speak for themselves.
I captured these photos as the ship approached the port and during my walk around town. Starting from the port, I walked around the broad walk, I crossed the Svinøya Bridge (Svinøybrua). It connects the town center of Svolvær to Svinøya, a small island known for its historic fishing cabins (rorbuer), art galleries, and seafood restaurants. The bridge offers beautiful views of the harbor, surrounding mountains, and the famous "Fiskerkona" statue in the distance.
I walked all the way to the "Statue of Liberty" before heading back. Along the way, I was surrounded by a stunning waterway, colorful houses, and majestic mountains in the background.
The unofficial "Statue of Liberty" known as "Fiskerkona" (The Fisherman’s Wife). The statue was created by Per Ung, a Norwegian sculptor, and was unveiled in 1999. It represents a fisherman's wife looking out to sea, symbolizing the waiting and longing of those who stayed behind while their loved ones were out at sea. The statue resembles the shape of the Statue of Liberty in New York, with its arm raised, which is why it is sometimes humorously called "Svolvær's Statue of Liberty."
