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Book your arctic Harstad experience here!

Start your experience of the Arctic right here in Harstad! Check out and book one of the many exciting activities for a unforgettable adventure.
Rent cross-country skiis

Cross-country skiing is Norways national sport and what better way to experience Northern-Norway than on skis. From 350 NOK.
1. 12 Dec 20229 Apr 2023
The Adolf Gun sightseeing

Visit one of the largest battleship-cannons put on land in Europe during the second World War. You need to book tickets in advance.
1. 19 Jun 20233 Sep 2023
Basecamp Arctic

Harstad is the perfect base for your holiday in Northern Norway. With its' central location right between Tromsø and Lofoten, you can easily go on daytrips in the region whilst spending the night in the surroundings of Harstad.
Hiking
The Adolf Gun sightseeing

Visit one of the largest battleship-cannons put on land in Europe during the second World War. You need to book tickets in advance.
1. 19 Jun 20233 Sep 2023
Skitouring

This is the ultimate winter acsent in the area.
Soft activities

Harstad is the perfect destination for a trip with your friends - and also the perfect base for your holiday in Northern Norway.
Romantic Harstad
Harstad Tourist Office

Welcome to Harstad, the city in the middle of Northern Norway
1. 1 Jan 20234 Jun 2023
2. 21 Aug 20233 Jun 2024
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Travelling to Harstad

Instead of finding out on your own how to get to Harstad, have we compiled this list of all recommended transportation methods for you!

Welcome to Harstad

Situated on Norway’s biggest Island, Hinnøya, you find Harstad – a region with unforgettable nature experiences, local food with excellent chefs, genuine shops, music festivals, an untouched archipelago and much more! Home to the most romantic place in Norway to see the midnight sun and in the middle of the northern lights belt – Harstad is ready to seduce you as well! With 24/7 hours of sunlight in summertime and the mysterious green and purple northern lights in wintertime, the natural phenomena in the Harstad area can be experienced all year.