Platåfjellet Hike – Longyearbyen with a View
with Spitzbergen Adventures
About the tour
We start at the old cableway centre and the iconic towers that once carried coal from Longyeardalen to the harbour. On the way up you hear about the town, the people who shaped it, and how Longyearbyen became part of Norway.
The trail has some steep parts, but the view over Longyearbyen and Adventfjorden is worth every step. In winter you hike with snowshoes and a headlamp, and on a clear evening in the dark season you might see the aurora over the valley. Cookies and a hot drink are served.
The pace is adjusted to the group.
Physical Requirements
Demands average fitness. The terrain is uneven and partly steep, so this tour is not suitable if you have limited mobility.
Practical information
Included in the trip
Dress in layers – it’s the best way to stay warm. It is better to be too warm than too cold!
- Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel
- Hiking poles and crampons if needed
- Snowshoes and headlamp in winter
- Cookies and a hot drink
- Local guide
Recommended to bring
- Sturdy hiking boots, preferably with ankle support
- Windproof jacket and a wool or fleece mid-layer
- Gloves and hat
- Small daypack with a water bottle and an extra layer
Important Information
- Minimum 2 participants
- Minimum age is 8 years
- The route may be changed due to weather or snow conditions
Cancellation Policy
22 days or more prior to the activity gives a 100% refund
8-21 days prior gives a 50% refund
0-7 days prior gives no refund
A 5% fee applies to online card cancellations.
If you need to cancel, please let us know in writing. There is no refund for route changes, sickness, cancelled or delayed flights or other things outside the operator’s control, so we recommend travel insurance.
