2Reine, Norway

Located in the Lofoten Islands above the Arctic Circle, Reine is a fishing village surrounded by dramatic fjords and towering mountains. The village’s colorful wooden houses, known as rorbuer, were once used by fishermen and have been converted into cozy homes. Reine’s stunning natural setting and long history as a fishing community make it a unique place to live, especially for nature lovers and adventurers. Living in Reine means embracing a simpler, slower pace of life, with the Northern Lights and midnight sun as part of the village’s natural rhythms.