Major city · Norway
Måløy
Spend one full day exploring Måløy and its nearby lighthouses; add a night if you want a quiet base for boat trips.
Måløy is a small fishing town on Vågsøy island, offering easy access to coastal walks, beaches and lighthouse visits. One day covers the main sights; a night adds flexibility for RIB tours or sunrise hikes.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- NOK
- Best months
- Jun–Aug, Sep–Oct
- avoid Nov–Mar (cold, limited daylight)
- Airports
- HOV · SDN
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 7Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Nordic countries ↗Decide light or dark before anything else: summer trips (June–August) and aurora trips (September–March in the Arctic) need different countries, clothes and bases.
- Nordic countries ↗Sweden, Norway, Finland, Iceland and the Faroes sell stronger alcohol only in state shops with short hours; buy before evening and before Sundays and holidays.
- Norway ↗Norway is not in the EU but is in the Schengen area. Check the entry rules for your passport on official sources.
- Norway ↗Wine and spirits are sold only at the state Vinmonopolet shops; supermarkets sell beer, and not in the evenings or on Sundays.
- Norway ↗The right to roam (allemannsretten) lets you hike and camp on most uncultivated land, keeping a distance from homes and leaving no trace.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Måløy112 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Måløy, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Norwegian krone (NOK, kr); the euro is not used.Norway-wide
- SIM or eSIMEEA roaming applies: EU and EEA SIMs work at home prices.Norway-wide
- Tap waterTap water is excellent; streams in the mountains are usually drinkable, but avoid water below farms and grazing.Norway-wide
- TippingRestaurant: Included; round up or add 5–10% for good service.Norway-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Norway-wide
- SafetyMåløy is a safe small town.
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- RestroomsFree or card-paid (NOK 10–20 (≈ US$1–2)) in towns; trailheads often have pit toilets.Norway-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police · 113 ambulance · 110 fire (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMany museums close Mondays out of season; small fjord-village hotels and cafés close October–April.Norway-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportHOV Ørsta‑Volda Airport (about 1 h drive north).
- Getting aroundLocal buses connect town and ferry; most sights are reached by car, bike or ferry.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee in cafékr 30–45
- Street or quick mealFish sandwichkr 80–120
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (5 km (3.1 mi))Taxi (3.1 mi (5 km))kr 300–350
- Budget bedCamping cabin, a night, per personNOK 350 (≈ US$35)
- Mid-range bedHotel double room, a night, per roomNOK 1,500 (≈ US$150)
- High-end bedHotel double room, a night, per roomNOK 2,500 (≈ US$250)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget NOK 800 (≈ US$80) · Mid NOK 1,300 (≈ US$130) · High NOK 2,000 (≈ US$200)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- HOV Ørsta‑Volda Airport (about 1 h drive north) · SDN Sandane Airport (about 45 min drive east)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
Feb
Avoid
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
Mar
Avoid
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Apr
not flagged
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
May
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Jun
Best
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Jul
Best
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Aug
Best
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Sep
Best
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Oct
Best
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Nov
Avoid
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Dec
Avoid
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
Best: Jun–Oct. Avoid: Nov–Mar. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)), coolest Jan (−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C) low), wettest Oct (17 rain days), driest May (11). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Måløy: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
16 rd
Feb
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
14 rd
Mar
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
14 rd
Apr
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
12 rd
May
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
11 rd
Jun
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
12 rd
Jul
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
14 rd
Aug
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
15 rd
Sep
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
16 rd
Oct
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
17 rd
Nov
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
16 rd
Dec
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
17 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Local buses connect town and ferry; most sights are reached by car, bike or ferry. Walks in town are free and well‑signposted.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Kannesteinen rock
goDoor to door: ≈15 min total
Walk from town centre, 10 min
Free viewpoint on the coast.
Refviksanden beach
goDoor to door: ≈30 min total
Bus or car, 15 min north
White‑sand beach, free.
Hendanes lighthouse
goDoor to door: ≈25 min total
Car or bike, 10 min west
Photogenic coastal lighthouse.
RIB adventure
goDoor to door: ≈1 h including boarding
Book at Måløy Tours, depart from quay
Adults NOK 995, children NOK 695 (check price).
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Best Western Måløy Hotel
central, rooms with sea view
Steinvik Camping
campground near the harbour, cabins available
Ulvesund Lighthouse
lighthouse stay, single and double rooms
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- kr 800–1,200 excl. bed
- Mid
- kr 1,300–2,000 excl. bed
- High
- kr 2,000+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Hotel double room1 × 1 night × NOK 1,500 | NOK 1,500 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × NOK 1,300 | NOK 1,300 |
| RIB tour (adult)1 × NOK 995 · check | NOK 995 |
| Local bus day ticket1 × NOK 120 · check | NOK 120 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | NOK 392 |
| Trip total≈ NOK 4,307 per person per day, bed included | NOK 4,307≈ US$450 |
2026 estimate in NOK; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee in café | kr 30–45 |
| Fish sandwich | kr 80–120 |
| Taxi (5 km) | kr 300–350 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Ferry to Husevågøy runs limited times; check the timetable.
- Coastal weather can change quickly; bring waterproof gear.
- Mobile coverage may drop on outer islands.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Ambulance
- 113
- Fire
- 110
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My bed tonight
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Til denne adressen, takkTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police112
- Ambulance113
- Fire110
Embassy
US consular services are in Bergen; check the embassy list for details.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Ferry Måløy–Husevågøy: ≈ kr 150 each way (check schedule)
- Local bus day pass: ≈ kr 120 (check operator)
Say or show
- Unnskyld — Excuse me / Sorry (oon-skyl)
- Takk — Thank you (tahk)
- Hvor mye koster det? — How much is it? (vohr mee-eh koh-ster deh)
- Hvor er toalettet? — Where is the toilet? (vohr er toe-ah-let-teh)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Måløy. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Aug, Sep–Oct · avoid Nov–Mar (cold, limited daylight) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
- officialMåløy Tours (RIB)
- officialSteinvik Camping
- officialBest Western Måløy Hotel
- officialUlvesund Lighthouse
- secondaryWikivoyage: Måløy, revision 5298308 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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