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Bleik Beach — Norway
Cold-water coast

Bleik Beach

Andøya, Vesterålen · 🇳🇴 Norway

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One of Norway's longest white-sand beaches, curving beneath Andøya's peaks with the puffin island of Bleiksøya offshore.

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Sea temperature
~11°C in the warm season
Water
Clear, cold Arctic blue-green
Sand
A long arc of pale sand facing the open sea, with the Bleiksøya sea stack offshore
Swimming
Bracing — a brief Arctic dip in the short summer
Surf
Cold-water surf on Atlantic swell
Best time to visit
Jun-Aug
Setting
One of Norway's longest sandy beaches, below the peaks of Andøya with the puffin island of Bleiksøya offshore
Beach type
Cold-water coast
Region
Europe

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Bleik Beach: frequently asked questions

Where is Bleik Beach?

Bleik Beach is at Andøya, on the coast of Norway.

What is the sea temperature at Bleik Beach?

In the warm season the sea at Bleik Beach reaches about 11°C. Clear, cold Arctic blue-green.

When is the best time to visit Bleik Beach?

The best time to visit Bleik Beach is Jun-Aug. Europe's beach season peaks in July and August, with June and September quieter and cheaper.

What kind of sand does Bleik Beach have?

Bleik Beach has a long arc of pale sand facing the open sea, with the Bleiksøya sea stack offshore.

Is Bleik Beach good for swimming?

Bracing — a brief Arctic dip in the short summer.

Can you surf at Bleik Beach?

Cold-water surf on Atlantic swell.

Photo: Ovuigner (Public domain) · source