The promontary on the sea
Andenes is situated at the north end of the island Andøya, on a headland pointing out in the open sea, and it has been marked by its exposed location. In the 16th and 17th centuries, the Dutch set out on whaling expeditions from here. Later, Andenes became a base for foreign fishermen – both from the east and the west. In modern times, it is a base for defence. Its northern position has changed this fishing station into a NATO base.
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Andenes harbour around 1895-1904. Rail tracks were laid down to enable the mole to be built. In the foreground, a traditional fishing boat can be seen. |
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"Here can no labouring man starve; the Riches of the Sea are boundless." District
Magistrate |