Live in Sørfold

Sørfold is a municipality in Indre Salten in Nordland county. The municipality has an area of 1,636 square kilometers and a population of almost two thousand(1). Sørfold is a beautiful and varied municipality that offers many nature experiences, cultural activities and business opportunities.

Sørfold has two national parks, Rago and Sjunkhatten, which are filled with contrasts. Here you can experience quiet forests, roaring waterfalls, glaciers and steep mountains(2). The municipality also has several tourist destinations, such as Bjørklund farm, where you can stay in comfortable domes(3)(4), or Gjerdalen, where you can cycle into the valley and see cultural and war memorials.

The cultural life in Sørfold is also rich, with several festivals and cultural events throughout the year. The municipality has a long history that goes back to the Iron Age, and has many Sami cultural monuments. Sørfold has also fostered many artists who pursue professionally in music, theater and visual arts. The municipality has a cultural school and more than 60 associations that ensure well-being and activity.

Sørfold is a significant power municipality with a total machine installation of 527.7 MW and an average annual production of 1840 GWh per 2021 distributed over nine power plants. The municipality also has a varied business sector, including agriculture, fish farming, trade and service. Sørfold has a well-developed public service, with schools, kindergartens, health services and elderly care.

Sørfold is a municipality that has a lot to offer for those who want to live and stay in a scenic and active environment. The municipality has an engaged local community, a rich cultural life and an exciting business sector.