Arctic Race 2026 - Accommodation at Sortland Camping

From 13 to 16 August 2026, Arctic Race of Norway comes to Vesterålen. For four days, the region will be filled with professional road cycling, spectacular scenery, spectators along the roads and a festive atmosphere in the local communities.

If you are planning to experience Arctic Race of Norway 2026, Sortland Camping & Motel is a practical choice for accommodation in Vesterålen. Here, you stay centrally in Sortland, with flexible options such as cabins, motel rooms, motorhome pitches, caravan pitches and tent pitches.

In 2026, Sortland will be an especially relevant base. The final stage of the race starts in Sortland on Sunday, 16 August, before the riders head towards Narvik. This means you can stay close to the start of the final stage – while also having a good base for exploring the rest of Vesterålen.

Arctic Race of Norway comes to Vesterålen

Arctic Race of Norway is known as the world’s northernmost professional road cycling race. In 2026, the race will be held for the 13th time, with large parts of the route passing through Vesterålen.

The race brings together professional cyclists, support teams, spectators and TV audiences for four days of road cycling in North Norwegian nature. This makes the event more than just a sporting event. It is also an opportunity to experience the coast, mountains, local communities and North Norwegian late summer up close.

For anyone who enjoys cycling, nature or major public events, Arctic Race of Norway 2026 is a great reason to visit Vesterålen.

Four stages through Northern Norway

Arctic Race of Norway 2026 takes place over four days, from Thursday, 13 August to Sunday, 16 August.

The race starts in Evenes and continues through several places in Vesterålen before the final stage goes from Sortland to Narvik.

The stages are:

• Thursday, 13 August: Evenes – Myre, 181.7 km
• Friday, 14 August: Bø in Vesterålen – Andenes, 179.2 km
• Saturday, 15 August: Stokmarknes – Storheia summit near Melbu, 142.5 km
• Sunday, 16 August: Sortland – Narvik, 190.8 km

For spectators, this means it is possible to experience several parts of the race during the weekend. You can follow the riders through different parts of Vesterålen, enjoy the atmosphere in the start and finish areas, or come to Sortland when the final stage starts on Sunday.

See the updated route information from Arctic Race of Norway for details about stages, maps and schedules.

Accommodation for Arctic Race of Norway 2026

When a major event comes to the region, it is a good idea to plan your accommodation early. Arctic Race of Norway attracts cycling enthusiasts, families, motorhome travellers, volunteers, press, support teams and visiting spectators.

At Sortland Camping & Motel, you get a flexible base during the Arctic Race weekend. You can stay centrally in Sortland, while still having easy access to several of the places affected by the race.

This works well whether you want to follow several stages, experience the final stage start from Sortland, or combine the cycling festival with a few extra days in Vesterålen.

Stay in Sortland during Arctic Race

Sortland is a practical place to stay during Arctic Race of Norway 2026. The town is centrally located in Vesterålen, with good connections to Hadsel, Bø, Øksnes, Andøy and the rest of the region.

If you want to experience the race, Sortland gives you a good starting point. From here, you can travel to different parts of Vesterålen during the weekend, while staying close to the start area for the final stage.

On Sunday, 16 August, the final stage starts in Sortland. This makes the town a natural gathering point for spectators, cycling enthusiasts and visitors who want to experience the atmosphere before the riders head towards Narvik.

Cabins, motel rooms, motorhome pitches and tent pitches

At Sortland Camping & Motel, you will find several accommodation options for the Arctic Race weekend:

• Cabins for those who want a practical and comfortable base
• Motel rooms for those who want simple and central accommodation
• Motorhome pitches for those travelling with their own motorhome
• Caravan pitches for those arriving with a caravan
• Tent pitches for those who want a simple camping experience in Vesterålen

This makes Sortland Camping & Motel a flexible choice whether you are travelling alone, as a couple, with family, with friends or as part of a larger group.

For motorhome travellers and camping guests, Arctic Race can also be a good opportunity to add several stops in Vesterålen. Stay in Sortland, experience the race – and use the surrounding days to explore more of the region.

Food service for groups and travel parties

Are you travelling as a group, with cycling friends, family or several motorhomes together? Then it can be helpful to make meals simple during your stay.

Sortland Camping & Motel collaborates with Preppamat and can offer food service for groups that want something extra. The food is delivered directly to the campsite and may include homemade dinners, tapas, cold buffets, lunch dishes and finger food.

This is well suited for travel parties that want to gather for a nice meal after a day along the Arctic Race route, or for groups that want an easier and more social end to the day.

Food service must be ordered in advance. The minimum order is 10 portions, and orders must be placed at least 3 days before delivery.

Close to the festive atmosphere in Vesterålen

Arctic Race of Norway is not only about cycling. When the race comes to a region, it brings life along the roads, activity in town centres and meeting places for both locals and visitors.

In Vesterålen, the race is an opportunity to showcase the region at its best. Spectators can experience the combination of professional sport, North Norwegian nature and local engagement.

For many people, this is exactly what makes Arctic Race special. You do not have to be a road cycling expert to enjoy the event. It is enough to show up, take in the atmosphere and watch the riders pass through the landscape.

Practical information during the race

Large cycling races often involve temporary traffic changes, road closures and local adjustments. It can therefore be wise to plan ahead, especially if you want to travel between different places in Vesterålen during the race.

Follow updated information from the organiser and local authorities as the race approaches. More information will be published about the programme, start times, road closures, spectator areas and practical arrangements.

You will find updated information about the route and event at arctic-race-of-norway.com.

When staying at Sortland Camping & Motel, you have a good starting point for planning your days according to where you want to experience the race.

Turn the Arctic Race weekend into a Vesterålen experience

When you are already travelling to Vesterålen in August, it may be worth setting aside a little extra time.

Late summer is a beautiful time to experience Northern Norway. The days are still long, nature is close by, and Vesterålen offers mountains, fjords, coastal landscapes, small communities and great hiking opportunities.

Combine Arctic Race of Norway with an extra night, a quiet day in Sortland or a drive further into the region. From Sortland, you have a good starting point for exploring Hadsel, Bø, Øksnes, Andøy and the rest of Vesterålen.

Arctic Race is the highlight of the weekend. Vesterålen is the experience around it.

Book accommodation for Arctic Race of Norway 2026

Are you planning to experience Arctic Race of Norway 2026 in Vesterålen?

At Sortland Camping & Motel, you get a central, flexible and practical base for the Arctic Race weekend. Choose between cabins, motel rooms, motorhome pitches, caravan pitches and tent pitches – depending on how you want to stay.

If you are travelling as a group, your stay can also be combined with food service by agreement.

Read more about the race, stages and updated practical information on the official Arctic Race of Norway website.

Welcome to Sortland Camping & Motel – and welcome to a cycling festival in Vesterålen.