Rorbu cabins are a kind of accommodation in Norway that was traditionally used for fishing along the Nordland coastline. They are small, simple cabins built on stilts that are placed partly on land and partly on the water.
Rorbu cabins are particularly popular in the Lofoten archipelago, and in modern times they are used as tourist accommodation with a traditional twist.
The cabins were first commissioned in 1120 to allow fishermen who traveled to the archipelago to stay near the water.
A typical Rorbu has two rooms, one for storage of fishing equipment and supplies, and the other for living in. When you choose to stay in a Rorbu cabin, it is very possible you’ll actually sleep in a renovated original Rorbu cabin, what a way to feel the history!
Since the Lofoten is the original home of the Rorbu, if you want to stay in an authentic Rorbu cabin, you’ll need to head to the archipelago. Staying in a Rorbu cabin is one of the primary attractions of the area, as they are an important element of the authentic fishing village experience.
A great Rorbu community to book your stay with is Å, where your cabin is near those of local fishermen who still live in Rorbu cabins.