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WHERE: Traena, Norway
WHEN: from 09th to 12th July 2025
Heaven is not only found … in the tropics. The inhabitants of the tiny municipality of Træna, one of the smallest in terms of population and area, of all Norway, know this well.
Just in this remote place, on an island in northern Norway, at 65 km away from the Atlantic, takes place the Traena Festival. If you are curious to know what makes this event so special … the answers could be many. Spectacular location, extraordinary hospitality and suggestive position. In this context, I would like to mention excellent music and excellent cuisine, and that’s it.
The Guardian has included him among the 10 European Festivals, to watch at least once in his life!
Here are some of the most interesting elements that make this island unique:
- Trænstaven is located at 338 meters above sea level.
- Træna is Norway’s oldest fishing village. It consists of more than 1.000 islands, islands and coral reefs.
- The settlement, on the whole island, is limited to Husøy, Selvær, Sanna and Sandøy.
- In Træna it is possible to sight around 180 different species of birds.
- Thanks to its position on the open sea, Træna is the last place where migratory birds pass from the east and west.
- From mid-May to mid-July, the midnight sun can be seen.
- Remains of stone age settlements are still visible on Sanna; here are the archaeological excavations.
- Several hiking trails run through the Træna mountains. Among these, there is the tracing of love.
Photo, 2016 Økonomistudentene
PRACTICAL INFO
The Traena Festival is not an event for everyone. If you are interested in attending the event, consider the difficulty and the length of the trip. The island, located at 33 nautical miles west of Sandnessjøen, can only be reached by sea.
HOW TO GET
Oslo can be an excellent starting point, thanks to the presence of two international airports: Gardermoen, and Sandefjord/Torp.
Torghatten Nord and Boreal are the two shipping companies that provide connections to Træna.
From Stokkvågen, only one daily departure for Træna, with Boreal, from Monday to Friday at 09:15. Saturday and Sunday at 17:45.
From Sandnessjøen, departure on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday with Torghatten Nord, at 16:30. The crossing lasts around 150′. From Bodø (hurtigbåtkaia), a daily departure with Torghatten Nord from Monday to Saturday, at 16:00. The travel time is slightly less than 6 hours. Both boats are used exclusively for passenger transport.
TRAENA FESTIVAL 2025 PROGRAM
Lots of music, national and international, as per tradition. It starts on Wednesday 09 with the opening concert. Here is the list of the main artists who will perform at the 2025 edition of the festival:
Cezinando til Kirkehelleren • Silvana Imam • Hildá Länsman & Tuomas Norvio • Charlie Skien • Anakin Justin • Ka2 • Randi Oline • RABO
There are also numerous “side” initiatives, such as the great Gay Parade. This is the most colourful, tolerant and eccentric event of the Traena Festival. Appointment Friday 11th July 2025.
The gates open at 5pm and close at 2.30am.
TICKETS 2025
Photo ©, Henrik Mundal
Helgepass Trænafestivalen, is the complete ticket valid for the entire festival. It costs 2300 kroner, equal to approximately 197€. For those interested, there is also a ticket in the silkscreen printed version at a cost of 2600 kroner. Both tickets offer access to all concerts, except for the Camping area, Træna Kirke and Bingo Bar. For these you need to buy separate tickets (prices from 795NOK).
The ticket to attend a single day, of your choice from Thursday to Saturday, costs 999NOK (approximately 86€)
WHERE TO SLEEP
Given the limited accommodation offer, the Traena Camp is the ideal place to spend your nights. It’s almost a must to book a few months in advance, given the limited availability. To access the campsite you need to purchase a special TELTPLASS ticket which includes access and the possibility of pitching your own 3×4 meter tent. In case the dimensions exceed, you have to buy more tickets. Please note that this ticket must always be combined with the festival pass.
The Teltplass ticket costs 795 crowns, equal to about 70€.
*All information is for indicative purposes only and should not be considered official. Appointments may be subject to change. We therefore invite you to consult the official website for all updates. All trademarks and names contained herein are the property of their respective owners.
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