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Far to the north and farthest east in Norway, – a few people, and very many birds, cling to the rocky and barren landscape.
Are you ready for a journey to the end of the world?
At least, you might feel so while following the Norwegian Scenic Route as it winds through the rough, lunar like landscape...
…and ends up in abandoned Hamningberg.
The picturesque old fishing village is one of the few places that was not burned down by the retreating Germans at the end of the Second World War, and still have the houses from the 19th century intact.
Varanger is especially known for one thing in particular – it's the world's best, arctic birdwatching destination!
Here you can spot a variety of rare bird species on close hold, and the Hornøya island is one of Norway’s largest nesting sites, with 150,000 birds, including puffins, guillemots, sea eagles and many more.
The architectural firm, Biotope, even created special birdwatching shelters, which also protect against the weather.
But you don't need to be interested in birds to have a rest here, how about just enjoying nature under maybe the midnight sun or the northern lights?
Even though Varanger might be most famous for it's birdwatching sites, here is a lot more to explore. Go for a boat trip, hiking, climbing, cycling, diving or maybe fishing for...
...King crabs!
The red delicacies love the arctic water in the area. If you are lucky, maybe you will spot some whales too?
If you love snow, this is the place to be in the winter! Try ice fishing, snow shoeing, arctic surfing, kiting, or maybe a trip with these four-legged friends?
History also left it's traces in Varanger.
At the Steilneset Memorial in Vardø, you can visit a thought-provoking monument erected in memory of the 91 people, mostly women, who were burnt at the stake during the witch hunts in the 17th century.
Are you a real art-enthusiast? Then you should have a stop in Vardø.
After many years with eviction, the famous artist, Pøbel, invited other artists on a project in 2012 to fill the streets with life again. Therefore, you will now find street art on almost every corner.
Who said you need to go south to find beautiful beaches?
At Ekkerøy, Varanger's own arctic riviera, you can rest on long, sandy beaches and have a swim in the water.
But be aware, the temperature is for Vikings! Brrrr...
Get a good night's sleep at Kongsfjord Guesthouse!
The old seaside yard from the 20th century has been restored, but preserved the culture and tradition, so you can feel the atmosphere from earlier times.
Far to the north and farthest east in Norway, where the sky meets the sea, lies Varanger, bathed in the summer's midnight sun and the winter's northern lights. Here, the wild landscape meanders along bird rock, fishing grounds and craggy cliffs towards the end of the world.
Nature presents itself with fish-rich rivers, snow-covered expanses, exotic king crabs, spring-like birds, leaping salmon, sparkling seas and dancing northern lights.
People and traditions make Varanger an arctic melting pot of peoples and cultures. Varanger is a different experience. Nature and settlement, the light, the colors, the high sky and wide horizon, the exciting activities and the open people.
There are several options for getting to Varanger. Find more inspiration on Northern Norway's official website.
See a bird rock in the midnight sun, go dog sledding or fishing for king crabs, or learn more about the history of eastern Finnmark!
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This old, abandoned fishing community is now an interesting place to look for resting migrants and migrating…
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Ice fishing is one of Norway’s most popular winter activities, as the country is dotted with thousands of…
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The northeasternmost tip of Norway has vast white plains, wind aplenty and mountain snow into late summer.…
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From Nesseby village it is only a short walk down to the fjord and the landmark of Nesseby church. The…
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The exhibition Airships and Boats on the Coastal Express quayside exhibits local fishing boats, and narrates…
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From the end of the main street of Hornøya, you can see the hordes of seabirds breeding on Hornøya and Reinøya…
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Join our King Crab fishing and king crab safari in Varanger the arctic part og mainland Norway.
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Snowshoe walking in Varanger . Local guided trips in Varanger Arctic Norway.
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Vadsø is the largest town in North-Varanger and it is a good place to base yourself when visiting Varanger. In…
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One of the best Cross Country Ski trails in Norway will you find in Varanger in the arctic part of Norway. The…
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Visit Vardø, the gateway to the North-east Passage and the Barents Sea – and Norway’s only town in the…
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Kongsfjordfjellet is a splendid mountain area with a wide range of montane species, easily accessible along…
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Arctic Race and the bike destination Varanger.
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The Várjjat Sámi Musea/Varanger Sámi Museum communicates the coastal Sámi history and Sámi culture, the…
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The inner Varanger fjord, and particularly the northern shoreline, is one of the prime birdwhatching areas in…
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With the mountains, the tundra and the mighty Tana river as the arena, the dogs are waiting to bring you out…
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This large seabird colony is a must-see for visitors to the Varanger area. It is reached by boat from Vardø…
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The fishing village of Båtsfjord is located on the northern side of the Varanger peninsula, and is a true…
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This is the best birding site near Vadsø town, and also one of the best along the Varanger coast. At the…
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Visit the Russian border and King Oscar II Chapel in Varanger arctic part og Norway mainland. King Oscar II…
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Find zen-mode in historical surroundings!
Welcome to the Icehouse and stay in probably one of the coolest accommodations in Varanger. ..even in the…
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Vi arrangerer mindre eksklusive gruppeturer i Varanger. Fra vår base i Vadsø tar vi deg med på store…
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Lille Chili er en restaurant og hotell i Vestre Jakobselv. Restauranten er spesialisert på thaimat, burger og…
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Nordpol Kro is North Norway's oldest pub, built in 1886. Vardø was the only city around the turn of the…
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Lille Chili er en restaurant og hotell i Vestre Jakobselv. Restauranten er spesialisert på thaimat, burger og…
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Get in-depth travel information for travelling to Northern Norway
Roads have a high standard, and are for the most part open all year, except for some mountain passes serving small fishing villages on the coast, which may occasionally be closed in winter. Read more about driving in Northern Norway.
Long-distance express buses connect the region to points beyond, but departures are not frequent, so research and planning are required.
There are daily bus connections from Kirkenes to Murmansk in Russia, and more sporadically to Rovaniemi in Finland. Pre-booking and visas might be required when travelling across the border.
Kirkenes is the northern terminus for Hurtigruten, the Norwegian Coastal Voyage, which also calls at Kjøllefjord, Mehamn, Berlevåg, Båtsfjord, Vardø and Vadsø.
Hurtigruten turns around in Kirkenes and heads back on its return journey to Bergen in Fjord Norway, calling at the same ports on the way back, with the exception of Vadsø.
Kirkenes Airport is one of several regional airports, offering several daily connections to Oslo, and connecting flights to many smaller communities such as Vadsø, Vardø, Båtsfjord, Berlevåg and Mehamn, as well as connections to Alta and Tromsø, among other destinations.
Search for trips with Entur and receive suggestions based on the entire Norwegian public transport system.
Kirkenes and Eastern Finnmark has a humid subarctic continental climate with cool summers and no dry season.
The midnight sun shines from May 17 to July 21.
The winter darkness extends from November 21 to January 21. During winter, you can experience the northern lights in Kirkenes and Eastern Finnmark.
The winter climate in Kirkenes and Eastern Finnmark is cold and dry, with a mean winter temperature of approximately minus 8-10 degrees Celsius.
July is the warmest month, with an average temperature of 14.8 degrees Celsius.
Get the latest weather forecast on yr.no.
Read more about the northern lights.