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Located at the far northeast corner of Norway, the capital of the Barents region is a small but mighty impressive place! Kirkenes is popular with travelers, both domestic and international, all year long — for a variety of reasons that span from its fantastic, wild environs, to its multicultural allure, rich history and authentic Arctic […]

Just a few miles from the Russian and Finnish borders, the small town of Kirkenes perfectly encapsulates the Nordic spirit at its most nuanced. Surrounded by diverse, untamed nature and rich both in history and in wildlife, Kirkenes is one of those destinations that may not instantly be in your radar — but that are […]

The perfect gateway to the Barents region and a uniquely multi-cultural gem of a town, Kirkenes lies around 400 km north of the Arctic Circle, just a few kilometers away from the Russian and Finnish borders. But although it seems like a very “off the beaten path” destination, Kirkenes is actually quite easy to reach: […]

The tiny, picturesque village of Flåm, whose name translates to “a plain between steep mountains,” is an absolute gem all year long. Located at the innermost bank of the Aurlandsfjord in Fjord Norway, with steep mountains enveloping it from all sides, Flåm is a testament to the timeless beauty of Norwegian nature and culture — […]

Tucked into the shores of Aurlandsfjord, surrounded by steep mountains, the tiny village of Undredal enchants travelers all year long. There’s more goats than people here! We’re not exaggerating: the village of Undredal has a population of less than 100 people (around 85, to be precise) and as many as 500 goats! Why this 1 […]

66° 34’. That’s the latitude that marks the beginning of the Earth’s northernmost point: the Arctic Circle. 66° 34’ is also the latitude above which you can explore the many wonders of Arctic Circle Norway, from the colorful sky ballet of the northern lights to the relentless golden rays of the midnight sun. Are you […]

Kayaking in Norway will feel like a dream come true. All that gorgeous scenery, the fresh air, those crystalline waters… But while kayaking is accessible to everyone and you don’t have to be an athlete to be good at it (and enjoy the views), there are still some ways you can improve your skills and […]

Where the sun never sets. During the dark winter months visitors flock to Northern Norway to hunt for the northern lights. In the summer the focus shifts to the soft golden midnight sun. Northern Norway is often referred to as ‘the land of the midnight sun’.  This is where you can look at your watch and […]

In the old days the Aurora lights inspired many beliefs and tales in the Nordic countries. While the Vikings happily celebrated the lights as an earthy manifestation of their gods, others thought they posed a dangerous threat. In Sámi territory The Sámi people believed the lights were caused by the water spumes from whales. The […]