Kanin Fjord – Entry 1: The Village
Overview:
Nestled in an obscure Nordish fjord that the world looks over, exists a small fishing village. Kanin Fjord (“Kanin” Nordish for rabbit) is a quaint little town named after the fjord along which the village was built. With a population of only 447, Kanin Fjord is a tiny quiet town, where most residents know one another.
Location:
The town of Kanin Fjord is located 22 miles east of the Norwegian Sea on the northern coast of the fjord. Stokkvågen, a port town of 7,400 is the nearest large town, situated 24 miles to the west along the Atlantic coast. There are only two means of access to the town: ship or car. Kanin Fjord is not connected to Norway’s road system and the only road connecting the village to the outside world is a small asphalt roadway that winds around the coast from Stokkvågen.
Climate:
Norway’s western coast benefits greatly from the warm waters of the Norwegian Current, experiencing cool summers and mild winters. Despite being situated at a latitude of 65.7°, winter typically sees temperatures around 0°C/ 32°F. It is exceptionally rare to ever see the fjord freeze in winter. Most winter precipitation occurs in the form of cold drizzle and dense fogs. Summer temperatures average 15°C/ 59°F, and rarely exceed 18°C/ 64°F.
Economy:
Kanin Fjord is a fishing town that derives almost 95% of its income from seafood exports. Fishing is a way of life and even survival for the townsfolk. The town’s small fishing fleet consists of 14 ships, which primarily specialize in catching shellfish and anchovies. Large catch such as salmon or Tuna are kept by the town for food to sustain the village through the long winter twilight. The fishing industry has always provided well for the town, and has been a source of great property for the people.
Aerial view of the village. The village is built on a small peninsula.
Village center. An antiquated collection of Victorian-style shops, town-homes, and small stone houses. The town center was built inland and uphill from the coast to protect it from flooding and rough seas. While it isn't much to look at, the town center is nonetheless the center of civilization on the fjord.
Shoppes and homes along Landsby Gate.
North fishing port and pier. Half of the town's fishing fleet docks here, and the North Pier is the only dock large enough to unload small container ships. All of the town's supplies are brought in through the North Port. Additionally, the town's fish processing plant is located here, which processes all catch prior to export.
The south port at sunrise. The other half of the fishing fleet docks here. There is also a ferry port to welcome outside visitors.
Det Ledende Lyset (Norwegian for "The Leading Light") light house at sunrise. Visible for miles at night, any ships that enter the fjord are guided by its light to the safety of the village's ports.
Boligene på åsen. (The homes on the hill). Several homes built on the highest elevations of the peninsula, which house the town's wealthiest citizens. Overlooking the town and both ports, these homes have the best views of the fjord and town below.
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