Birtavarre: Holmenes and Gorsa

Birtavarre in Kåfjord combines coastal Sámi cultural heritage with excursions into a landscape of gorges. Holmenes Farm and the protected Fjærabuene are specific points of reference when choosing a location; the Gorsa Bridge is a separate excursion in the surrounding area.

Documented points of reference

• At Holmenes Farm, visitors can experience how a Sámi family lived before the war.
• Holmenes Farm dates from around 1850; its buildings have been restored or reconstructed and returned to their condition around 1930.
• At the annual market day held at Holmenes in July, traditional Sámi handicrafts such as plant dyeing, felting, and Gréne embroidery are demonstrated.
• The old Fjærabuene in Birtavarre are automatically protected as Sámi cultural monuments because they are more than 100 years old.
• To reach Holmenes Farm, turn off the E6 in Birtavarre by the Coop store and drive four kilometres up the valley.
• The Gorsabrua spans a gorge 153 metres deep.
• The shortest route to Gorsabrua is 1.8 kilometres long and suitable for the whole family.

Plan your stay

Holmenes can be reached by turning off the E6 in Birtavarre and driving four kilometres up the valley. The market day is described as taking place annually in July, but the date should be checked before travelling. A 1.8-kilometre route leads to the Gorsa Bridge; trail conditions, weather, and personal suitability should be assessed separately.

Choose accommodation

When comparing hotels, check the address, actual facilities, price, availability, and booking conditions in the specific offer.

For geographical context, see the overview of Kåfjord.