Where history lives on
A protected trading post from 1794 — by the fjord in Hamnvik, Ibestad
Where the fjord meets the mountain in Hamnvik lies Donsegården — a protected trading post where history lives on through food, culture and hospitality.
Since 1794, this has been a gathering point on the coast of Troms. What began as Jens Bing Dons and Ingeborg Anna Normann Dons' trading post is today a living cultural monument where you can enjoy fine food and experience the stories from over two hundred years of coastal culture.
We open our doors for those who want to experience something out of the ordinary — whether it's a celebration with homemade traditional food or a guided tour through the rooms of history.
A living cultural monument where you can enjoy fine food and experience the stories from over two hundred years of coastal culture.
Experience the trading post
Dining
Norwegian traditional cuisine prepared with care, served in authentic surroundings.
Events & Celebrations
Rooms with character for anniversaries, celebrations, meetings and gatherings.
Cultural Experiences
Guided tours, talks and photo presentations in museum rooms full of stories.
From steamship to doorstep
Once, steamships docked here and brought goods from all over the world to the trading post in Hamnvik. Today it is the guests who arrive — to a place where time has stood still, but the hospitality is as warm as it has always been.
The trading post is part of Ibestad municipality's heritage trail project.
What our guests say
A very special meal at a very special place. We are enchanted by the buildings, the hosts and the history.Ruth and guests
Incredibly pleasant and exciting tour at a historic site. We will definitely come back!Kjetil Rolnes
Thank you so much for a wonderful tour, a great meal and fascinating stories.Trond Giske · July 2008
Plan your visit
We offer dining for groups of 10 or more, guided tours and cultural experiences. Send us an inquiry, and we'll find a solution together.