Sankt Hans bål

     Traditionally on June 23, the eve of St. John's Day (Midsummer Day), you have bonfires in many countries. Here in Ålesund, a pile of freight palettes, cleverly nailed together, forms the combustible material for a special bonfire.

Nearing completion several days before ignition

The fire is built on a small island in the fjord. In addition to the viewers on shore, the island is ringed by small boats.