Many people who choose a weekend stay in Fauske do so to experience the famous Norwegian wilderness. If you are one of them, you can rest assured that Fauske will deliver. The town is located on Skjerstadfjord, with its two impressive peaks, Suliskongen and Dama. There are many other exciting things to do in Fauske, like visiting the Sulitjelma mine and the Fauske bygdetun cultural history museum.
The name of the district and the town comes from the Fauske farm dating back to the1500s. The name is of Norse origin and derives from the Norse noun fauskr, meaning decayed wood. The town was previously known for its mining, but today it is the extraction of marble that the town is best known for.
Take a boat out onto Skjerstadfjord to experience Norwegian nature at its best. Although it's not the most famous fjord in Norway, its spectacular majesty will take your breath away. The fjord is 32 km long, so you'll have plenty of time to see most of it on a day trip.
If you like being active and prefer to be on land, head to one of the area's famous peaks. Suliskongen and Dama are located in the Sulitjelma massif, right on the border with Sweden. Suliskongen is the second-highest peak in northern Norway at 1908 metres above sea level.
A visit to the Sulitjelma mine is exciting for all ages. Jump on the mining train and go 1.5 km into the mountain until you reach ‘Robbins lift’. The full, guided tour takes around an hour, depending on the number of passengers. Fauske village square nearby is located right in the centre and has many old houses to explore.
A holiday in Fauske offers a little bit of everything, with nature as the highlight. Enjoy the breath-taking scenery and a pleasant town where you will immediately feel right at home. The best time to visit is spring and summer when the area is at its best.
