Tovik | |
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Village | |
Location in Troms | |
Coordinates: 68°40′45″N 16°52′10″E / 68.67917°N 16.86944°ECoordinates: 68°40′45″N 16°52′10″E / 68.67917°N 16.86944°E | |
Country | Norway |
Region | Northern Norway |
County | Troms |
District | Central Hålogaland |
Municipality | Skånland |
Elevation | 14 m (46 ft) |
Time zone | CET (UTC+01:00) |
• Summer (DST) | CEST (UTC+02:00) |
Post Code | 9445 Tovik |
Tovik is a village in the municipality of Skånland in Troms county, Norway. The village is located on the mainland at the entrance of the two fjords; Astafjorden and Vågsfjorden, and at a distance of about 35 km from Harstad/Narvik Airport, Evenes. Tovik's population (2001) is 151.
A characteristic feature of this village is the curved mole (or breakwater) which accommodates smaller vessels, as well as a pier for guest boats. There is also a gas/petrol station which provides for general groceries. Tovik Church was built in 1905 and serving the central part of Skånland.