Location: Kirkenes
Top Things to do in Kirkenes
The 6 Best Things to do Good for Big Groups in Kirkenes, Northern Norway
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. 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.
3. 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.
4. Kirkenes Church
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4.0 based on 38 reviews
This church is owned and operated by The Church of Norway, the largest religious community in the country. It is an Evangelical-Lutheran church, and approx. 69% of the Norwegian population belong to it. There are eight cemeteries and six church buildings in Sør-Varanger parish. The first church building was consecrated in 1862 it was the district’s main church until it was destroyed by fire in 1944 after being bombed by Soviet planes. (Kirkenes was an important German port under the Second World War.) Only the spire remained. This was removed from the ruins and today can be seen standing in the left corner of the present church, together with a picture of the old building. The new church, was finished in 1959. The architect was Sofus Haugen. The church is open during services, and we try to keep it open from Tuesday to Friday if our staff does not have other activities in the district churches. Information about upcoming services can be found on the information board or website.
5. Barents Safari Tours
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4.5 based on 232 reviews
6. Pasvikturist Sightseeing
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4.5 based on 95 reviews
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