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…
Accommodation Highlights
With a delightful view of the beautiful Tjeldsundet we have the pleasure to serve all kinds of…
REGLER! Velkommen til Harstad Hundepark! Les reglene før dere går inn 1.…
A unique experience right on the beautiful beach of Elgsnes. Join us for a gourmet-evening in…
The world's oldest schooner, a proud sailing ship from 1868, based in Harstad.
On this kayakcourse you will learn the basic skills that are required to go out kayaking on your…
The only completely preserved herring oil factory from the early 1900s in Norway.
CITY SIGHTSEEING THROUGH HARSTAD'S STREETS AND HISTORY Harstad was separated from nearby areas…
Arctic Waters is all about sharing our love for the northern Norwegian nature with anyone wanting…
Tjeldsund municipality
There are hundreds of small and remote islands right outside of Harstad, perfect for camping and…
It is a fantastic archipelago consisting of 52 islands. Fine white sandy beaches and excellent…
Old trading post and guesthouse dating back to the 16th century.
This is the ultimate winter ascend in the area.
Nupen viewpoint
The tv tower in Harstad is about 10 minutes from the city center by car.
Elgen, 534 mals
Tjeldsundbrua Hotel is located just 18 km from Harstad Narvik Airport Evenes.
Movie reviews of all our movies can be found at any time on our website, either by clicking on the…
Europcar is available where you want a rental car - both in Harstad center and at the airport…
The beach at Elgsnes is one of the most beautiful and popular spots to witness the Northern Lights.…
A collection of buildings dating back over 250 years.
One of Northern Norway's best-equipped "bygdetun"!
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