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The attractions described on this page are within reach of the
estate. Driving time will vary dependent on where you are staying.
NATURE:
The
Plahte Estate lies next to the Helgeland coast. This
coastline is said to be the most beautiful in the world. The 800 km
stretch of Norway has a 57.000.km. coast-line with 12.000 islands. A large area of this coast has recently been protected as
"world heritage" by UNESCO. (Together with the pyramids.)
 Torghatten
is one of Norways most famous mountains. A long time ago a giant shot an
arrow after another giant because he did not want to give him his
daughter. The arrow went through his hat, which fell of into the ocean.
Then the sun came up and everything turned to stone. This mountain is
the hat, and the hole is still there. The giants turned into mountains
further up the Norwegian coast.
Some images from
the hole in Torghatten.
 There
are many other mountains to climb. Heilhornet
is the tallest one, and its special shape makes it a landmark for a
large area. From the top, you have a very special
view over the fjords, the ocean and the inland. The 4-hrs climb is a bit
challenging and it is recommended to go with
someone who knows the route the first time.
  This
is a good place for bird watchers. In the area there is Puffin,
Kings Eagle, White-tailed eagle, arctic loon, capercailzie and cormorant to mention a
few. The estate has one of the densest population of moose in the
country, There is also a healthy population of red deer and many other
animals. Large areas of the estate has been protected by the government
due to its special biology.
 There
are many natural chalk caves to explore in the area. Some are large
caves where you can walk upright, whereas others are for the "definitely
non-claustrophobic".
OTHER THINGS TO SEE AND DO:
 Namsskogan
family park is in our opinion the best zoological garden in Norway.
In addition, there are many other attractions for the whole family. What
is really nice with this place is that the animals have good space, and
that most fences are low so that you can pet the animals (if they feel
like it). There are also an OK café in the area. You are also allowed to
bring your own food and grill it on the out door BBQs. (1,5-2,5 hrs
drive dependent on where you stay)
 "Hildurs
urterarium" holds one of Norway's largest Botanical collections and
is also a good place to learn more about the old Norwegian culture. In
the garden you will find a multitude of plants, a large herbal garden,
their cactus house as well as a copy of a stone age dwelling. You
can by lunch prepared on the wood fired baking stove located in the
grill house in the garden. They produce their own wine and they have an
art exhibition.
 Cave
paintings - in the Skaren-Monsen caves 6 km south of Brønnøysund. The
paintings consist of 5 animal figures painted in red colouring
(hematite) on the east wall at the end of the 120 metre long cave. The
paintings are 4-5000 years old.
 Velfjord
village museum «Minnetun» in Strøm is near road no. 76, 4 km west of
Hommelstø. The site was opened in 1953 and consists of a large
collection of buildings and objects from Velfjord, with a special
collection of objects from the Southern Sami people. Open Monday to
Friday: 13.00 -16.00,
Sunday: 15.00 -19.00.
 Close
to Kalbekkvika lies a deer farm. It is normally possible to enter the
farm and hand feed the animals. Please ask in advance if you would like
this.
 Close
to Hommelstø lies an old farm that makes traditional cheese. We
recommend visiting them instead of buying cheese in the normal store.
The quality is high and the prices are acceptable. Epost:
aanes_ysteri@yahoo.no
Telephone: +47 75 02 64 90 (30 min drive from Kalbekkvika)
 Skarsåsen
Fortress 5 km south-east of Brønnøysund is a German coastal fortress
from the Second World War. Trenches and tunnels lead underground from
the four large cannon sites. There are also many local defence sites and
the remains of 11 barracks, as well as a cannon and searchlight. Today
Skarsåsen is a beautiful area combining overview and insight into local
and world-wide history.
You will find updated tourist information for the
region at these two pages:
www.visithelgeland.no and www.rv17.no
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