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Rent a motorhome in Bodo

Start your Norwegian road trip

When you rent a motorhome in Bodo, you can enjoy an extended holiday while taking home comforts with you. The coastal town offers everything you need to prepare for your journey and is home to many points of interest. Area attractions include the Norwegian Aviation Museum, Kjerringoy Trading and the Nordland Museum. It is also close to outdoor areas like Sjunkhatten National Park and Tverlandet Naturreservat.

Motorhome rental in Bodo is quick and easy when you do it through the local rental partners that you'll find via motorhomebookers.com. You can set your own road trip itinerary when you rent a motorhome. This includes visiting the attractions and landmarks you want to see at a pace that you are comfortable with.

This article will tell you why Bodo is an ideal starting point for an extended holiday in a motorhome and what you shouldn't miss.

Top 5 facts about Bodo

  1. If you're interested in aviation history, the Norwegian Aviation Museum in Bodo focuses on telling the story of aviation in Norway.
  2. Created by tidal currents and rushing waters, the Saltstraumen maelstrom near Bodo is the largest in the world.
  3. Campers who visit Bodo can expect to find many paid and free camping opportunities.
  4. Running a distance of 58 kilometres between Bjørnskinn and Andenes, Scenic Route Andøya is the most beautiful camper van route near Bodo.
  5. Bodo was founded in 1816 by Trondheim merchants as a cod drying centre: a must-try for seafood lovers.

These highlights await you when you rent a camper van in Bodo

Bodo is home to many points of interest that you can visit in your motorhome rental. It is a popular area for shopping, dining and cultural activities. Area shopping outlets include Trekanten Kjøpesenter, Koch Shopping and Bodo Storsenter. Museums located in Bodo include the Saltstraumen Museum, the Nordland Museum, the Bodo War History Museum and Bremnes Fort.

This makes Bodo particularly suitable as a starting point for your road trip

When you rent a motorhome in Bodo, you will also find local campsites that are ideal for overnight and extended stays, along with beautiful scenery.

Saltfjorden is a fjord that is located near Bodo. It extends for 40 kilometres, beginning near the Fleinvær Islands. The fjord then goes northeast past the Straumøya Islands before arriving at Bodo's southern shore.

Sjunkhatten National Park is located a short drive from Bodo. The park occupies a mountainous area that is surrounded by coastal landscapes and fjords. It is also characterised by beautiful deep valleys, wetlands and saw-tooth peaks.

Located between Ilstad and Godøynes, Tverlandet Naturreservat is a short drive from Bodo. It is known as a popular outdoor area for hiking and wildlife viewing. Other popular hiking areas in the region include the Foggy View Loop from Jensvoll and Gamlifjell in Tverlandet.

Popular camper van campsites around Bodo include Saltdal Turistsenter, Pluscamp Saltstraumen and Saltstraumen Brygge.

Camper van rental: Useful information for your trip to Bodo

Bodo's location along the northern part of Norway's coast makes it an excellent starting point for a camper van holiday, whether you stay in the area or explore the regions beyond. It is also important to note that wild camping is legal in Norway as long as you avoid residential areas and cultivated land. The nearest airport is Bodo Airport. It is located just under two kilometres from the town.

Rent a motorhome now and discover the region around Bodo

There are several nearby routes that you can follow when you rent a motorhome in Bodo. Scenic Route Andøya is a popular camper van route that can be easily accessed from Bodo. Other notable routes in the area include Scenic Route Helgelandskysten, Scenic Route Senja and Scenic Route Lofoten. These routes will take you past many of the region's best-known fjords and mountainous areas.

Rent a motorhome in Bodo for your holiday by contacting motorhomebookers.com.

View of the Port of Bodo at evening in summer, Norway.

Campervan rental in Bodo

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