Historic Waterfront Trading Post With Great Potential

Welcome to Nordby Handelssted. The sale of the company, including its property at Nordbynesveien 96, offers a rare combination of cultural heritage, an established tourism business, commercial premises, a distinctive waterfront setting and an attractive planning framework for further development.

Established in 1877, Nordby Handelssted developed over generations into an important local hub, accommodating a general store, a fish landing station, a steamship port of call and postal services. Its history and cultural significance are specifically recognised in Balsfjord Municipality’s cultural heritage plan. Today, the property retains the character of a traditional trading post, combining historic buildings with contemporary use for accommodation, events and tourism.

Situated directly on the waterfront at Nordbyneset in Malangen, the property comprises several buildings and outdoor areas adapted to the business. Facilities include lounges and dining areas, kitchens, guest rooms, bathroom facilities, waterfront outdoor spaces and a quay. Its setting provides a strong maritime identity and a natural base for fishing, boating, outdoor experiences, private functions, courses and group stays.

A particularly attractive feature is the detailed zoning plan for Nordby Handelssted. The plan was drawn up to support the long-term commercial viability of the site through the development of a modern tourism complex, with scope for increased accommodation capacity and facilities for courses and conferences. The provisions permit site coverage of up to 45% (BYA) and a maximum roof ridge height of 7.5 metres for new buildings. The plan also provides for maritime infrastructure, including breakwaters, a marina, mooring facilities, quays, and timber decking and walkways on the breakwaters. Please refer to the attached detailed zoning map.

This planning framework provides an attractive starting point for an operator seeking to continue and expand the tourism business. The remaining development capacity and implementation of any new projects must be assessed against the existing buildings, the plan’s land-use designations and provisions, cultural heritage considerations, and the necessary approvals from the municipality and other relevant authorities.

The combination of documented trading history, established tourism operations, direct access to the sea, an extensive collection of buildings and a dedicated zoning plan gives the property qualities that would be difficult to replicate elsewhere, together with exciting opportunities for further development.

About the company:
Nordby Handelssted AS (organisation no. [hidden information]) is an active Norwegian limited liability company with operations connected to the property. Its corporate objects include property development and letting, food and beverage services, accommodation, boat rental and related activities. For further information on the company’s financial and corporate affairs, please refer to the attached articles of association, certificate of registration, annual accounts and other corporate documentation.

The company’s share capital is divided into 140 shares with a nominal value of NOK 5,000 each.
The company forms part of the RØM Holding AS group.

2025 financial figures:
Net loss for the year: NOK 312,142
Total equity: NOK 7,689,865
Working capital: NOK 237,792