The Northern Lights

Harstad is the perfect place to view the Northern Lights. The beautiful veil that dances across the night sky will leave you overwhelmed – whether you visit one of our many popular Aurora Spots or seeing the Northern Lights from your hotel window when gazing out over the majestic archipelago.

Aunfjellet: Cliffs cascading into the fjords beneath you and panoramic views of the waters to the north. Even a faint Northern Light display is a spectacle here – a photographers' delight.

Elgsnes: Immerse yourself in the charm of an old farm with expansive skies from the beach. As you wait for Aurora, sometimes a tad capricious, warm up in the boathouse.

Trondenes: A medieval stone church sets the backdrop. Venture out on the trails and with some luck, the lights will dance. With homes nearby, safety's assured.

TV-tårnet: City views on one side, dark skies on the other. Beginnings of the Northern Lights often show up in the northwest.

Gangsåstoppen: Overlook Harstad from this 172m summit. It's no mountain, but city lights make it a challenge fit for night photography aficionados.

Maistua: A cozy haven with an observation dome. Sip on your coffee, hopefully packed along, and await the lights.

By car: On unpredictable weather days, seek clear skies. Both Gullesfjorden southwest of Harstad and Gratangen inland often offer clarity. South of Tjeldsundbrua, you get views of the elegant bridge span with the Northern Lights backdrop.

Pro tip: Harstad's bursting with prime aurora viewpoints. So gear up, dress warmly, slap on those reflective materials for night safety in Harstad, and bask in nature’s mesmerizing show!Tips: Harstad tilbyr mange fantastiske steder for nordlysobservasjon. Forbered dere, kle seg godt, husk refleks i harstadnatta og nyt naturens magi!