Three seasons
A land of contrast. From the magic of northern lights, to massive glacier fronts. The place to leave you amazed. Unique experiences and memories for life.

Explore Svalbard

Svalbard is in most ways a truly unique place. Get to know the wildlife, history and your possibilities before you travel, and we guarantee you'll have an even better experience. We offer activities from Hurtigruten Svalbard.

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Three seasons
The three seasons of Svalbard

Northern Lights Winter, Sunny Winter and Polar Summer

On Svalbard we have three distinct seasons: Northern Lights Winter, Sunny Winter and the Polar Summer. Each season is unique.

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What tot do
What to do on Svalbard

Create memories with Hurtigruten Svalbard

In winter, don't miss the Northern Lights safari. In summer, hiking, boat safaris and bike rides are some highlights we offer.

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Longyearbyen
About Svalbard and Longyearbyen

Svalbard is a Norwegian archipelago in the Arctic

Just 1300 km from the North Pole, you'll find the world’s northernmost urban community, Longyearbyen. Its inhabitants come from over 50 countries.

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