Engeløya
The western mountains of Engeløya, known as "Napoleons profile"
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Location in Nordland
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| Location | Nordland, Norway |
| Coordinates | 67°57′N 15°05′E / 67.950°N 15.083°ECoordinates: 67°57′N 15°05′E / 67.950°N 15.083°E |
| Area | 69 km2 (27 sq mi) |
| Highest elevation | 649 m (2,129 ft) |
| Highest point | Trohornet |
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| County | Nordland |
| Municipality | Steigen |
Engeløya is an island in the northern part of the municipality of Steigen in Nordland county, Norway. The island has an area of 69 square kilometres (27 sq mi). The highest point on the island is the 649-metre (2,129 ft) Trohornet mountain. The rocky, mountainous island has grassy slopes that are fertile and it has some of the better farmland in the municipality.
Engeløya is connected to the mainland by the Engeløy Bridges. The Engeløy Airport, Grådussan is located on the northwestern tip of the island. Steigen Church is located on the southwestern side of the island.
The name Engeløya translates as "Angel Island" in English.
During WWII, the German Battery Dietl was constructed with three 40.6 cm SK C/34 guns as part of the Atlantic Wall.
Overlooking forestry and farmland on Engeløya
Engeløya in background
View of the Engeløya bridge
Farm on Engeløya
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