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.
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Welcome to Harstad
Things you just can't miss in Harstad
The city's most popular hiking terrain.
Visit one of the largest battleship-cannons put on land in Europe during the second World War. You…
A spectacular world underneath Harstad City centre! Visit Harstads water park inside the mountain.
You can get to know this region, from the stone age to this day, through the historical exhibition…
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Explore the mountains on snowshoes. From 200 NOK.
A RIB takes you on a trip to Harstads archipelago to see the empire of famous Viking Chieftain,…
Old trading post and guesthouse dating back to the 16th century.
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Welcome to Amfi Kanebogen shopping mall.
All you need for you knitting projects, and much more.
The city's most popular hiking terrain.
An extensive electro exhibition.
Umami was awarded Northern Norway's best restaurant in 2017 by the White Guide Nordic. Here you can…
With a delightful view of the beautiful Tjeldsundet we have the pleasure to serve all kinds of…
A relic from the Cold War
Tjeldsund municipality
CITY SIGHTSEEING THROUGH HARSTAD'S STREETS AND HISTORY Harstad was separated from nearby areas…
Trondenes Church is the northernmost and one of the most important stone churches from medieval…
Bertheustorget indoor shopping is located in Harstad city center
Get a panoramic view of Harstad in addition to a spectacular view of our fjords and mountains. From…
Elgsnes located in a scenic area with mountains and fjords, green meadows and a rich flora and…
Discover our Viking heritage, ruins of World War II, flora and fauna.
There are hundreds of small and remote islands right outside of Harstad, perfect for camping and…
Elgsnes located in a scenic area with mountains and fjords, green meadows and a rich bird and…
On this trip we head out by boat to not only find stunning scenery but also the animals that live…
Just a short hike rewards you with a stunning view of Harstad, and its surrounding fjords and…
Welcome to Harstad golf course!
On this kayakcourse you will learn the basic skills that are required to go out kayaking on your…
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