Live in Dønna

Dønna is an island municipality on Helgeland in Nordland with stunning nature and rich history. The municipality has about 1400 inhabitants who live scattered on the islands of Dønna, Løkta and Vandve. Dønna is the main island, where the municipality’s administrative center Solfjellsjøen is located. The municipality has a large archipelago consisting of islands, islets and skerries. The island of Dønna is connected to the neighboring municipality of Herøy by bridge. 

Dønna municipality has an area of 191.6 km², of which 173.8 km² is land area and 17.8 km² is freshwater. The municipality has a varied landscape with mountains, valleys, forests, farmland and coast. The highest point is Dønnamannen (858 meters above sea level), which is a well-known landmark on Helgeland. The municipality also has several cultural monuments, such as Dønnes church from the 13th century and Dønnes farm from the 18th century. 

Dønna municipality has an active cultural life with many associations and organizations. The municipality organizes, among other things, Dønnesfestivalen, a music and culture festival that attracts many visitors every year. Other events are Dønnadagene, Dønnamannløpet and Dønnamannrittet. The municipality also has a library, a cultural center, a sports hall and several sports facilities. 

Dønna municipality has a varied business sector with both public and private sector. The most important industries are agriculture, fishing, aquaculture, industry, trade and service. The municipality has several companies that produce food products, building materials, boats and other things. The municipality also has good opportunities for tourism, with many attractions and accommodation options. 

Dønna municipality has a well-developed infrastructure with road, bridge, ferry and express boat connections to the mainland and other islands. The municipality also has an airport on Dønna that is served by Widerøe. The municipality has two kindergartens and two schools (primary school and secondary school). 

Dønna municipality is a great place to live and work for people of all ages. The municipality has a good offer of housing, workplaces, schools, kindergartens, health services and leisure activities. The municipality also has a beautiful nature, a rich culture and a friendly population. Dønna municipality is a pearl on Helgeland that you should experience for yourself!