Brønnøysund

Brønnøysund is a town and port in Nordland county, Norway. It serves as the administrative centre of Brønnøy Municipality in the Helgeland district. The town is located on the coast of the Norwegian Sea, at the entrance to the Brønnøysund strait, and acts as a regional service hub for surrounding communities.

A key feature of Brønnøysund is the Brønnøysund Register Centre (Brønnøysundregistrene), a government agency that maintains several national registers, including registers for population, companies, and public sector information. The presence of this agency makes the town an important site for administrative data in Norway.

The area is known for its natural scenery, notably the nearby Torghatten mountain, famous for its round hole through its center, which attracts hikers and day-trippers. The town has a harbor and supports fishing, maritime trade, and local services. Transport connections include road and sea routes, as well as air links via a nearby airport.

Brønnøysund has a history rooted in fishing and trade and today combines public administration, services, and small-scale industry. It hosts cultural and educational activities typical of Norwegian coastal towns and serves as a regional centre for Brønnøy Municipality.