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History of Kirkenes

Kirkenes was one of the most bombed places in Europe during World War II with at least 320 devastating Soviet raids.

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Kirkenes Penisula

Welcome to Kirkenes Peninsula, a gem extending into Bøkfjorden, inviting adventurous visitors to explore its beautiful trails and hiking opportunities, even without a car. Take

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bugøynes

Bugøynes

Welcome to Bugøynes, a captivating fishing village located about 100 km west of Kirkenes. Unlike many villages that faced destruction during World War II, Bugøynes

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The Pasvik Valley

Close to the borders of Norway, Russia and Finland, the Pasvik Valley (Pasvikdalen) stretches south of Kirkenes to the Three-country cairn (Treriksrøysa) in the south.

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Neiden Kirke

Neiden

Neiden is a fascinating small village situated near the Finnish border approx. 40 km west from Kirkenes. The people in Neiden have their history and

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Grense Jakobselv

Grense Jakobselv is a green valley 60 km east of Kirkenes. In the river runs the Russian border and on the way there you drive

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