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Gildeskål

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Gildeskål

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Gildeskål is a coastal municipality located south of Bodø in Nordland, with about 2,000 inhabitants (2025)¹. The administrative center, Inndyr, lies beautifully by the fjord, surrounded by mountains and an island-rich coastline. The municipality is known for its diverse landscape — from Sandhornøya, with its chalk-white beach Langsanden², to Fleinvær, a unique island community that blends culture and tranquility³ — offering experiences that leave a lasting impression.

Nature plays a central role in everyday life. Here you’ll find everything from deep fjords and islands to mountains inviting you to hike and explore. The municipality offers great opportunities for fishing, boating, and outdoor recreation, and is part of Kystriksveien, one of the world’s most scenic coastal routes⁴.

Cultural life in Gildeskål is built on volunteerism and local engagement, but the municipality also offers several modern meeting places and recreational facilities. You’ll find a swimming hall⁵, a skate and roller park in Inndyr⁶, a youth club⁷, community cinema⁸, and Fresk Fitness Center⁹. These facilities contribute to an active local community for both young and old.

The local economy is diverse, with fisheries, aquaculture, and agriculture forming the foundation, supplemented by small businesses in tourism and services¹. Hydropower production also plays a central role, contributing both to local value creation and the region’s energy supply¹. Gildeskål provides a safe environment for children and families, with kindergartens and primary schools that integrate the surrounding nature and local environment into education and play¹⁰ ¹¹.

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  • 2000 residents
  • 3 schools
  • 5 kindergartens

Where is Gildeskål?

Sources
  1. Great Norwegian Encyclopedia – Gildeskål
  2. Visit Bodø – Sandhornøya, Langsanden
  3. Visit Bodø – Fleinvær
  4. Visit Bodø – Gildeskål
  5. Gildeskål kommune – Swimming hall
  6. Gildeskål kommune – Skate and roller park
  7. Gildeskål kommune – Youth club
  8. Gildeskål kommune – Community cinema
  9. Gildeskål kommune – Fresk Fitness Center
  10. Kindergartens in Gildeskål – Barnehagelisten.no
  11. Gildeskål municipality – Primary school

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