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
You can get to know this region, from the stone age to this day, through the historical exhibition…
The city's most popular hiking terrain.
A spectacular world underneath Harstad City centre! Visit Harstads water park inside the mountain.
Visit one of the largest battleship-cannons put on land in Europe during the second World War. You…
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Røkenes Gård - a hidden treasure in the north where you can delight yourself with a splendid dinner…
Cavewalk in Okshola
The beach at Elgsnes is one of the most beautiful and popular spots to witness the Northern Lights.…
An extensive electro exhibition.
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On Blåbærhaugen, only 2 kilometers from Harstad, you will find the world's most northern Worlc Cup…
Drømmer du om en av de mer spreke toppene rundt Harstad?
You can get to know this region, from the stone age to this day, through the historical exhibition…
Experience the region's most fantastic view of fjords and mountains on Keipen. From 950 NOK.
The worlds northern totaliser track wich offers trotting races and events...
Join us for a hike to Hattfjellet on the island of Grytøy. At the top you can enjoy your lunch with…
See traces of the Vikings in Altevågen. Learn about the Middle Ages in Trondenes, and the worlds…
An arena for a broad range of artistc expressions, exhibiting of local, national and international…
Trastad Collections is an art and cultural museum that collects, communicates, exhibits and…
Situated on Norway`s largest island of Hinnøya
The world's oldest schooner, a proud sailing ship from 1868, based in Harstad.
Old trading post and guesthouse dating back to the 16th century.
Elgen, 534 mals
Mountain Walk suitable for most people with a great views across Tjeldsundet.
Elgsnes chapel
Rest and rejuvenate with modern accommodation in Harstad
Do you want to experience the Northern Lights in a unique fashion? Join us on a journey away from…
Let’s face it. We are social creatures. Even when we need our privacy, we still want that feeling…
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