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Refviksanden — Norway
Cold-water coast

Refviksanden

Vågsøy · 🇳🇴 Norway

Local gemEurope

A long, wild sweep of white sand and clear water on an exposed western island, often called Norway's finest beach.

Water at Refviksanden (Vågsøy, Norway) runs to about 15°C at the height of the season, and Jun-Aug is the window to aim for.

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Sea temperature
~15°C in the warm season
Water
Clear, cold turquoise
Sand
Broad white sand
Swimming
Cold, clear and lively on the open coast
Surf
Atlantic swell for cold-water surfers
Best time to visit
Jun-Aug
Setting
A long white-sand beach open to the ocean on the island of Vågsøy
Beach type
Cold-water coast
Region
Europe

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Refviksanden: frequently asked questions

Where is Refviksanden?

Refviksanden is at Vågsøy, on the coast of Norway.

What is the sea temperature at Refviksanden?

In the warm season the sea at Refviksanden reaches about 15°C. Clear, cold turquoise.

When is the best time to visit Refviksanden?

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

What kind of sand does Refviksanden have?

Refviksanden has broad white sand.

Is Refviksanden good for swimming?

Cold, clear and lively on the open coast.

Can you surf at Refviksanden?

Atlantic swell for cold-water surfers.

Photo: John Christian Fjell… (CC BY 3.0) · source