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Watch: Film with Joanna Lumley - In the Land of the Northern Lights Joanna Lumley in the land of the Northern Lights - Photo: ©Takeaway Media Ltd.

Film with Joanna Lumley - In the Land of the Northern Lights

The actress from the BBC series Absolutely Fabulous, travels across Norway in search for the aurora borealis, also known as the northern lights.

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Midnight sun over Troms&#248;, Norway - Photo: B&#229;rd L&#248;ken

Tromsø

The capital of the Arctic is a lively, humorous and beautiful city packed with culture and history, and surrounded by mountains, fjords and islands.
Interest: City holiday, Arctic Norway
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Northern lights over the island of Landegode, Norway - Photo: Kent Even Grundstad

Let there be northern lights

The North Cape in Finnmark is one of many good places in Northern Norway to see the northern lights, also known as the aurora borealis.
Interest: Nature attractions, The northern lights, Arctic Norway
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The midnight sun at the North Cape, Norway - Photo: Trym Ivar Bergsmo/Samfoto/Innovation Norway

The Land of the Midnight Sun

In Northern Norway, the sun never sets during the summer months. Go on a midnight sun cruise, join a safari or play golf in the middle of the night.
Interest: Nature attractions, Arctic Norway, The midnight sun
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Northern lights above Bod&#248;, Norway - Photo: Andreas Skjervold

The Arctic

Nature rules the north of Norway, and over thousands of years, people have found ways to adapt to the Arctic climate.
Interest: Arctic Norway
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M&#229;lselvfossen Waterfall in Troms, Norway - Photo: Troms Reiseliv

Attractions in Troms

When travelling in Troms, it is the arctic contrasts that put the magic in your day - snowy mountains, grand valleys, fjords and lots of lakes.
Interest: Museums & Galleries, Family & Fun, Nature attractions, Buildings & Monuments, Arctic Norway
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Go on a king crab safari in Finnmark, Norway - Photo: Trym Ivar Bergsmo

What to do in Finnmark

Join a fisherman on the fjord or experience a king crab safari, get to know Sami culture, try dog sledging or go on a snowmobile safari.
Interest: Winter without skis, Riding & Sledging, Water activites, Fishing, Nature attractions, Arctic Norway, Coast & Coastal culture
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The North Cape in Finnmark, Norway - Photo: Trym Ivar Bergsmo/Finnmark Tourist Board

Scenic attractions in Finnmark

Experience the North Cape, the huge national parks and Finnmarksvidda mountain plateau.
Interest: Nature attractions, Arctic Norway, Coast & Coastal culture
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The Arctic Circle Centre in Nordland, Norway - Photo: Arctic Circle/Polarsirkelen Reiseliv

Attractions in Nordland

Cross the Arctic Circle, visit Saltstraumen, the world’s strongest maelstrom, and head out to the internationally acclaimed Lofoten Islands.
Interest: Nature attractions, Buildings & Monuments, Arctic Norway, Coast & Coastal culture, UNESCO
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Big saithe catch in Finnmark, Norway - Photo: Nordkappspesialisten

Fishing in Finnmark

Try deep sea fishing in the North Cape area, or use the fishing villages in Nordkyn as your base. Repvåg and Sarnes also offer good fishing.
Interest: Fishing, Arctic Norway
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Even small mountains give you a spectacular view. Here a couple is enjoying the view from Keiservarden in Bod&#248;, Norway. - Photo: Terje Rakke/Nordic Life AS/IN/Nordland Reiseliv

Tour suggestions in Nordland

Nordland gives you many possibilities for round trips or a longer stay in one place.
Interest: Tour suggestions, Arctic Norway, Coast & Coastal culture
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Whale safari, Nordland, Norway - Photo: visitnordland.no

What to do in Nordland

Choose a whale safari in Vesterålen or a sea eagle safari in Lofoten when you are in Nordland.
Interest: Fishing, Biking, Hiking, Safari, Arctic Norway, Coast & Coastal culture
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Canoeing in Troms, Norway - Photo: Bardufosstun

What to do in Troms

What is on your "to do" list? Fulfil lifelong ambitions or explore your special interests. From pure culture to extreme adventure, it is all here.
Interest: Fishing, Water activites, Hiking, Attractions & Culture, Family & Fun, Arctic Norway, Coast & Coastal culture
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Hunt for king crabs in Finnmark, Norway - Photo: J&#248;rn Tomter/Finnmark Tourist Board

King crab safaris in Finnmark

Come face to face with the red king crab in the Barents Sea outside the coast of Finnmark. Afterwards you are offered a taste of the succulent meat.
Interest: Safari, Arctic Norway, Coast & Coastal culture
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Northern lights in Troms, Norway - Photo: Huskyfarm Bj&#248;rn Klauer

Winter activities in Troms

Winters in Troms feature blue light, northern lights and white snow.
Interest: Winter without skis, Arctic Norway, Coast & Coastal culture
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B&#248;ttedalskollen in Stongelandseidet, Norway - Photo: Gunn-Marit Lynghaug

Tour suggestions in Troms

Visit fishing villages in the morning and go hiking in the mountains in the afternoon.
Interest: Tour suggestions, Arctic Norway, Coast & Coastal culture
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The fishing village of Bug&#248;ynes, Norway - Photo: Trym Ivar Bergsmo/Finnmark Tourist Board

Round trip in Eastern Finnmark

Experience Sami villages, the border area between Finnmark and Russia and moon landscape.
Interest: Tour suggestions, Arctic Norway, Coast & Coastal culture
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Swimming with killer whales in Tysfjord, Norway - Photo: Solvin Zankl/www.orca-tysfjord.no

Try swimming with killer whales in Northern Norway

Lonely Planet recommends safaris with killer whales in the county of Nordland.
Interest: Safari, Arctic Norway
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North Cape, Norway - Photo: Beate Juliussen/Finnmark Reiseliv

Round trip in Western Finnmark

Experience the North Cape and Karasjok on this round trip in Western Finnmark.
Interest: Tour suggestions, Arctic Norway
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The Kj&#248;llefjord in Finnmark, Norway - Photo: Beate Juliussen/Finnmark Reiseliv

Round trip from Tana to Lakselv

Driving from Tana to Lakselv takes you past famous salmon rivers and the Børselvfjellet mountains.
Interest: Tour suggestions, Arctic Norway
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Killer whales in Lofoten, Norway - Photo: John Stenersen

What to do in Lofoten

Explore Lofoten by foot, go rafting in the Trollfjord and visit Lofotr Viking Museum. Taste stockfish and be amazed by the midnight sun.
Interest: Safari, Museums & Galleries, Fishing, Hiking, Biking, The northern lights, Arctic Norway, Coast & Coastal culture
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Fishing in the Harstad area, Norway - Photo: Beate K. Karlsen

What to do in Harstad

Bring some good shoes when you visit Harstad. Experience the town's attractions and nearby nature on foot.
Interest: Hiking, Biking, Skiing, The northern lights, Arctic Norway, Coast & Coastal culture, Polar nights
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Henningsv&#230;r in Lofoten, Norway - Photo: Chris Craggs Photography

Scenic attractions in Lofoten

Experience the bird rocks outside the island of Røst and the cosy fishing village in Nusfjord.
Interest: Nature attractions, Arctic Norway, Coast & Coastal culture
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The mountain Hestemannen, Norway - Photo: Arctic-circle.no

Attractions in the Arctic Circle Area

The Arctic Circle Area and the coast of Helgeland offer glaciers, alpine mountains, highlands, deep valleys, fjords, caves and thousands of islands.
Interest: Nature attractions, Museums & Galleries, Cultural heritage, Arctic Norway
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Winter at Sakris&#248;y in Lofoten, Norway - Photo: Robert Walker

Winter in Lofoten

If you want to experience the genuine atmosphere of the many fishing villages, you should visit Lofoten outside of the hectic summer season.
Interest: Safari, Water activites, Fishing, Winter without skis, Arctic Norway
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Hurtigruten (The Norwegian Coastal Voyage) in the Trollfjord, Norway - Photo: Johnny Storvik

Getting to Lofoten and around

There are daily flights into the airports in Lofoten. Travelling around Lofoten is most easily done by car, bike and ferries.
Interest: Transportation, Arctic Norway
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On the ferry to R&#248;d&#248;yl&#248;va, Norway - Photo: Arctic-circle.no

Getting to the Arctic Circle Area and around

Take the train from Oslo, fly in from Trondheim or Bodø or drive along the scenic coastal highway (rv. 17) when travelling to the Arctic Circle Area.
Interest: Getting here and around, Arctic Norway
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The beach at Haukland north of Leknes in Lofoten, Norway - Photo: B&#229;rd L&#248;ken/Statens vegvesen

Lofoten National Tourist Route

Discover the beauty of the Lofoten Islands, anchored above the Arctic Circle, by driving from Fiskebøl to Å.
Interest: Tour suggestions, Arctic Norway
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The fishing village of Sakris&#248;y in Lofoten, Norway - Photo: Terje Rakke/Nordic life/Innovation Norway

National Geographic recommends Lofoten

In November 2007, National Geographic Traveler rated the Lofoten islands of Northern Norway the third most appealing islands in the world.
Interest: Arctic Norway
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Cycling beside the Reinefjord, Norway - Photo: Jann Engstad

Tour suggestions in Lofoten

Experience the Lofoten Islands by car or bicycle.
Interest: Tour suggestions, Arctic Norway, Coast & Coastal culture
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Guided glacier trip at Okstindan, Norway - Photo: Arctic-circle.no

What to do in the Arctic Circle Area

Try glacier walking, diving, fishing, island hopping, dog sledging and other fun activities.
Interest: Water activites, Fishing, Riding & Sledging, Hiking, Arctic Norway
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The islands of Hus&#248;y, Lovund and Tomma, Norway - Photo: Arctic-circle.no

Tour suggestions in the Arctic Circle Area

Choose among four round trips with Mo i Rana as starting point.
Interest: Tour suggestions, Arctic Norway
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Fishermen's cabins at Lovund, Norway - Photo: Arctic-circle.no

Where to stay in the Arctic Circle Area

The popular camp site at Nesna and the Lovund Fishermen's Cabins are two of many attractive places to stay in the Arctic Circle Area.
Interest: Where to stay, Arctic Norway
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The thirteenth century Trondenes Church, Harstad in Norway - Photo: S&#248;r Troms Museum

Attractions in Harstad

Harstad has a mix of contemporary and old architecture which, in combination with its waterfront location, provides a good atmosphere.
Interest: Water activites, Museums & Galleries, Nature attractions, Buildings & Monuments, Arctic Norway, Coast & Coastal culture
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Quality Hotel Arcticus in Harstad, Norway - Photo: www.nettfoto.no

Where to stay in Harstad

Stay at hotels, cabins, a youth hostel, traditional wooden storehouses or private accommodation in houses and on farms.
Interest: Where to stay, Arctic Norway, Coast & Coastal culture
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The seaside cabin hotel at Sortland, Norway - Photo: Torgeir S&#248;rensen

Winter in Vesterålen

Join a killer whale safari or go cross-country skiing in Vesterålen.
Interest: Fishing, Skiing, Safari, Hiking, Water activites, Arctic Norway
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Reindeer herd on the Finnmark plateau, Norway - Photo: C.H./Innovation Norway

Finnmarksvidda

Finnmarksvidda is one of Norway’s largest mountain plateaus and the home of the Sami people.
Interest: Arctic Norway, Mountains
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Hiking in Harstad, Norway - Photo: Linda Alise Karlsen

Tour suggestions in Harstad

Harstad and its surroundings offer exciting excursions regardless of whether you want to go cycling, hiking, or on a drive to the Lofoten Islands.
Interest: Tour suggestions, Arctic Norway, Coast & Coastal culture
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The crofter's cottage at Kjelvik, Norway - Photo: Frode Jenssen

Attractions in the Realm of Hamsun

Relics, rock carvings, Vikings and World War II fill the area with exciting stories, some more than 9,000 year old.
Interest: Museums & Galleries, History, Nature attractions
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Dog sledging in Troms&#248;, Norway - Photo: B&#229;rd L&#248;ken

Winter in Tromsø

In winter, expect moderate temperatures, loads of snow, skies lit up by the northern lights and a hectic cultural scene.
Interest: Skiing, Nature attractions, Arctic Norway
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See wolves at Polar Zoo, Norway - Photo: Polar Zoo

Attractions in Narvik

Discover Narvik's historic attractions and its abundant natural treasures, which too many people remain undiscovered.
Interest: Nature attractions, Museums & Galleries, Family & Fun, Arctic Norway
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The midnight sun at the North Cape, Norway - Photo: Trym Ivar Bergsmo/Finnmark Reiseliv

The North Cape

When standing on the cliff at the North Cape, only the Svalbard Islands separate you from the North Pole.
Interest: Attractions & Culture, Arctic Norway
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Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel, Alta in Norway - Photo: B&#229;rd L&#248;ken

Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel in Alta

All interior and exterior is made of snow and ice in this luxurious hotel, even the glasses in the bar.
Interest: Hotels, Arctic Norway
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Fishing at night in Narvik, Norway - Photo: Kjell G. Karlsen

Fishing in Narvik

The Narvik area is known for good sea fishing in the Ofotfjord, and inland fishing in several lakes and rivers.
Interest: Fishing, Arctic Norway
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Rock carvings at Hjemmeluft in Alta, Norway - Photo: Johan Wildhagen/Innovation Norway

Rock Carvings Alta

See UNESCO-protected rock carvings at Hjemmeluft in Alta.
Interest: Cultural heritage, Arctic Norway, UNESCO
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Sami people on the Finnmarksvidda Mountain Plateau, Norway - Photo: Christian Houge/Innovation Norway

Alta

Alta is the largest town in Finnmark and offers northern lights, midnight sun, mountains, Sami culture, reindeer and UNESCO-protected rock carvings.
Interest: Arctic Norway
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Go on a king crab safari in Kirkenes, Norway - Photo: Trym Ivar Bergsmo

Kirkenes

The small town of Kirkenes is known as the capital of the Barents Region and the gateway to the East.
Interest: Arctic Norway
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Fishing at Hella, Norway - Photo: B&#229;rd L&#248;ken

What to do in Tromsø

The spectacular landscapes around Tromsø are perfect for outdoor activities, combine them with Tromsø’s vibrant cultural scene.
Interest: Hiking, Water activites, Safari, Fishing, Golfing, Arctic Norway
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Sami women dressed in traditional costumes, Kautokeino in Norway - Photo: J&#248;rn Tomter/Finnmark Tourist Board

Kautokeino

There are 3,000 people and 100,000 reindeer in Kautokeino. The Sami culture is vivid and authentic.
Interest: Arctic Norway
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Skaller - traditional Sami winter shoes, Karasjok in Norway - Photo: Trym Ivar Bergsmo/Finnmark Tourist Board

Karasjok

Karasjok is the Sami capital and a cultural junction in Finnmark.
Interest: Arctic Norway
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Fjellheisen Cable Car in Troms&#248;, Norway - Photo: B&#229;rd L&#248;ken

Attractions in Tromsø

Tromsø’s numerous sights offer history, daring architecture, wildlife, science, culture and impressive vistas.
Interest: Museums & Galleries, Family & Fun, Cultural heritage, Arctic Norway
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Fjord sightseeing in Narvik, Norway - Photo: Fjord Cruise Narvik

Tour suggestions in Narvik

Discover Narvik, past and present.
Interest: Tour suggestions, Arctic Norway, Coast & Coastal culture
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Ferry in Svensby, Norway - Photo: Viggo J&#248;rn Dale

Tour suggestions in Tromsø

The stunning scenery around Tromsø is easy to discover by car. There is something new around every corner. Pick up a map at the tourist information.
Interest: Tour suggestions, Arctic Norway
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The Arctic Circle Centre , Norway - Photo: www.arctic-circle.no.

The Arctic Circle Centre

The Arctic Circle Centre is situated 80 kilometres north of Mo i Rana and 70 kilometres south of Fauske.
Interest: Museums & Galleries, Arctic Norway
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Enjoy outdoor activities in Narvik, Norway - Photo: Per Jakobsen

What to do in Narvik

The Ofotfjord is the perfect location for fishing. For those who love mountaineering, Narvik is surrounding by fantastic mountains.
Interest: Water activites, Winter without skis, Skiing, Safari, Extreme sports, Arctic Norway, Coast & Coastal culture
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The coast between Hammerfest and Alta, Norway - Photo: Nina Smedseng/Finnmark Reiseliv

The Struve Arc

The Struve Arc is an UNESCO protected chain of survey triangulations stretching from Hammerfest in Northern Norway to the Black Sea.
Interest: Nature attractions, UNESCO
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Saltstraumen, the world's strongest maelstrom, near Bod&#248;, Norway - Photo: Espen Mortensen

Saltstraumen

Saltstraumen is the world’s most powerful maelstrom and is situated outside of Bodø.
Interest: Nature attractions, Coast & Coastal culture
Read more about Saltstraumen Saltstraumen
King crab safari in Kirkenes, Norway - Photo: visitnorway.com/Chris Lorang Arnesen

King crab safari near Kirkenes

Stop by the heavily guarded Russian border on your way to a king crab safari. And be sure to put on a dry suit and try floating in the Barents Sea.
Interest: Safari, Arctic Norway, Coast & Coastal culture
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