A Historic Walk in Adventdalen
Walk out into the Arctic tundra of Adventdalen and hear how trappers, miners and scientists have lived in Svalbard, from the early trapper days to modern climate research.
Walk out into the Arctic tundra of Adventdalen and hear how trappers, miners and scientists have lived in Svalbard, from the early trapper days to modern climate research.
Hike up Platåfjellet for a great view over Longyearbyen and Adventfjorden. In winter you use snowshoes and headlamps, and on clear evenings the aurora may join you up there.
A sightseeing tour by car with plenty of time for photos. Your guide takes you to the best spots around Longyearbyen, and in the dark season maybe the aurora.
Visit the northernmost brewery in the world, hear how a former miner made it happen, and taste the local beers brewed right here in Longyearbyen. A fun evening.
Hike up above Blomsterdalen for wide views over Longyearbyen and the fjord, then visit the outside of the Global Seed Vault while your guide tells its fascinating story.
A steep but short hike just outside town to Plateau Mountain, a local favourite. At the top, you get one of the best views over Longyearbyen and Adventfjorden.
New to Svalbard? This varied hike passes old coal mining remains and moraine landscapes between two glaciers up to Sarkofagen, with great views over Longyearbyen and the surrounding valleys.
Step inside Mine 3 and travel back to the coal mining days that built Longyearbyen. A local guide shares how the town began and what life underground was really like.