Location: Kirkenes
Top Things to do in Kirkenes
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Far up in the northernmost stretch of Norway—even further North than the Arctic Circle—lies Kirkenes. As you might imagine, there’s plenty to do in the winter months. Ride a husky-drawn sled under the splendor of the Northern Lights. Say hi to the reindeer at a wildlife preserve or go on an ice fishing expedition. Enjoy a succulent meal of King crab and cap it all off with an ice-cold shot of vodka at the Snowhotel.
Restaurants in Kirkenes
1. King Crab Safari by Snowhotel Kirkenes
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5.0 based on 230 reviews
he red King Crab is not only the biggest, but also the most delicious shellfish you will ever have the chance of tasting. On this exclusive king crab fishing excursion in Kirkenes, we will take you out on the fjord to find the great beast and you will see how we catch, prepare and cook it. Depending on the season, we'll drive either by snowmobile and sled out on the fjord ice or by RIB boat on the Varangerfjord where you can help pull up the crab pods. The journey will culminate in a warm farmhouse restaurant by the fjord where we'll serve the crab the northern Norwegian way – fresh, steamed and irresistible! All our tours include warm outfits, mittens, balaklava and shoes.
2. Aurora Kino
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
3. Terminal B
4. Varanger Museum
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4.5 based on 197 reviews
Our exhibitions reflects life and culture in the borderland between Norway, Russia and Finland, with a special emphasis on World War II.
Reviewed By chrispZ6983NO - Oslo, Norway
Super-interesting exhibits on Kirkenes's ordeal during WW2. One of the world's few Shturmovik Soviet ground attack planes in perfect condition. Also exhibits on the local mining industry and a wonderful photo exhibit by a local woman in the early 20th Century. Worth at least two hours here.
5. Husky Safari by Snowhotel Kirkenes
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4.5 based on 162 reviews
Get ready for the best husky fun in Kirkenes! We have 3 different tours depending on distance and season: Husky Winter Early Bird The earliest sled tours in Europe? We have recycled last winter snow and made husky tracks, so you can go for a 5 km ride along the fjord in the scenic Sandnesdalen. Husky Experience Go for a 5 km ride along the fjord in the scenic Sandnesdalen, only in full winter. Husky Safari Go further into the wilderness, for a full arctic dog sledding adventure. Hunting the Northern Lights by Husky A seasoned musher will take you by dogsled to the arctic fjord and tundra, to search for the northern lights. Travel naturally by dog power, with only the sound of the snow, the huskies and the arctic wind.
6. Pasvik Nature Reserve
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4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By Darrencru - Bergen, Norway
This is simple one of the nicest places we have ever been. The scenery, the silence, the wildlife, the adventure were all fantastic and we will definitely be back one day. Just amazing.
7. Treriksroysa
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4.5 based on 20 reviews
Treriksroysa (or Three-Country Cairn) is the point at which the borders of Sweden, Norway and Finland meet. It is an example of a geographical feature known as a tripoint. The tripoint monument itself is a yellow dome-shaped stone made of concrete, located about 10 metres (33 ft) out in Lake Goldajarvi (also known as lake Koltajauri). It is located at 489 metres (1,604 ft) above sea level. The monument was built in 1926. The size is about 14 square metres (150 sq ft) with diameter of about 4 metres (13 ft). It is mentioned as the world's smallest island divided by a border, even if that is a matter of definition. It is reached by walking 11 kilometres (6.8 mi) from Kilpisjarvi in Finland on a public road. In summertime, it can be reached by boat from Kilpisjarvi plus a 3 kilometres (1.9 mi) walk.
8. VoiceMap Kirkenes
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
Explore Kirkenes at your own pace with VoiceMap — an audio tour app. It works offline, without data, and it has automatic GPS playback, which lets you focus on your surrounding, not the screen.
9. Sollia Relax and Spa
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
Look into nature surroundings on russian side of the border, while enjoying the steaming hot jacuzzi. Are you a real viking you can try snow bathing before entering the hot sauna. We have an outdoor sitting area connected to the jacuzzi, with a fire and extra heating lamps for your comfort. The northern light often appears in the dark winter...
10. Andersgrotta WWII Bomb Shelter
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4.0 based on 85 reviews
Reviewed By SydneyFamily2011 - Sydney, Australia
We thoroughly enjoyed the tour of the Bomb Shelter. The guide was most informative and we learned about the history and importance of Kirkenes, how the town came about and as well about the impact of the radiation fall out as a result of Chernobyl. Worth a visit.
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