How to get to Kirkenes
Located in northeastern Norway, is a captivating town renowned for its Arctic landscapes and cultural heritage. Here are some ways to reach Kirkenes:
- By Air: Kirkenes Høybuktmoen Airport (KKN) offers regular flights from major Norwegian cities like Oslo, Tromsø, and Bergen. International travelers can find connecting flights through Oslo.
- By Train and Ferry: Take the scenic Nordlandsbanen from Oslo or Trondheim to Bodø, then catch travel with Hurtigruten or Havila to Kirkenes. This option showcases Norway’s coastal landscapes.
- By Road: Kirkenes is accessible via the E6 highway, connecting it to major Norwegian cities. You can drive from cities like Tromsø, Alta, or even Oslo. Note that winter road conditions can be challenging, so check reports before traveling.
- By Sea: Embark on the famous Hurtigruten or Havila coastal voyage, which includes Kirkenes as its final port of call on the northbound journey from Bergen.
- Via Finland: Travel to Kirkenes via Finland by flying to Ivalo Airport (IVL) or Rovaniemi Airport (RVN) in Finland. From there, you can continue your journey by car, bus, or taxi, crossing the border into Norway.
Prepare for a remarkable adventure as you journey to Kirkenes and immerse yourself in the Arctic wonders that await you.
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Accommodation
Neiden Fjellstue
Head into the wild. With us you can experience natural adventures in the wilderness and you can even camp in the wild.
Deep sea fishing – salmon fishing in Neiden river – icefishing in the mountain lakes.
Hunt for Aurora Borealis: with snowshoes, skiing or transport with snowmobile.
Things to do
BIRK husky
BIRK offers husky excursions, ice fishing, snowmobile tours, hiking, birding, dog sled and others. We offer local Food as well served in Our Sami lavvu or for larger Groups in Our unique Viking long house. Accommodation in our guesthouse or cabins. We are a small family business and all meals and activities must be pre booked.
Accommodation
Visit Bugøynes
Bugøynes is a small fishing village located in northern Norway locating on the gleaming shores of Varangerfjord. It is known as a wonderful destination for excursions, its unique and relaxed atmosphere, and its hospitality. Explore, meditate, pick seashells from the village shores. Kirkenes and the Finnish border are only 1h drive away.
Transportation
Kirkenes Taxi AS
Kirkenes Taxi is a taxi company located in Kirkenes, with 10 ordinary cars and 4 maxitaxi´s. We provide a comfortable, safe, and personal transportation. We also offer taxi tours to various sights in the area and tours to spot the northern lights.
Things to do
Arctic Outlaws
SKI EXPEDITION & WINTER CAMPING FOR EVERYONE. We are dedicated to helping visitors get safe, insightful, and unique Ski Expedition & Winter Camping Experiences, with camaraderie, sharing, and fun as the driving force. Arctic Outlaws offer day-tours, multiple-day tours, and tailormade tours.
Things to do
Borderlandsmuseum
South Varanger Museum narrates the complex border history of South Varanger, a multicultural community with Finland to the west and Russia to the east. The main building, the Borderland Museum, lies by the E6, the main road leading in to Kirkenes. The outdoor area contains a turf hut, a small open pit quarry for children with elements from the ore industry; a full-scale copy of the labyrinth at Holemgrå.
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