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Henningsvær, Norway

Blanketed in snow, the colourful buildings that line the harbour of this picturesque village can just be seen, flashes of bright red and orange amongst the white. Henningsvær is renowned for its beautifully preserved architecture and is one of the most popular villages in Norway’s Loftoten archipelago – seven islands so far to the north-east of the country that they are within the Arctic Circle. Many of the buildings house cafés, restaurants and galleries; behind them, steep granite mountains create a dramatic backdrop and amazing views. From Henningsvær, drive west and explore the rest of this stunning archipelago.