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…
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.
The city's most popular hiking terrain.
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Visit this cosy cafè in historic surroundings.
There are hundreds of small and remote islands right outside of Harstad, perfect for camping and…
Catch and cook your own dinner.
The trail network which is prepared by the Cooperation Kvæfjord Tracks have become quite extensive…
Arctic Waters is all about sharing our love for the northern Norwegian nature with anyone wanting…
All you need for you knitting projects, and much more.
Just a short distance outside of Harstad city center you will find numerous tempting islands and…
The worlds northern totaliser track wich offers trotting races and events...
Come and enjoy the wildlife around the Wharf, visit the exhibitions and our cafè. This old trading…
Tourist information in Harstad - and are able to help you plan your trip in the region
Movie reviews of all our movies can be found at any time on our website, either by clicking on the…
The world's oldest schooner, a proud sailing ship from 1868, based in Harstad.
Elgsnes located in a scenic area with mountains and fjords, green meadows and a rich bird and…
You can get to know this region, from the stone age to this day, through the historical exhibition…
In the middle of Harstad in the facilities of Scnaid cHotel you can find Thors - a cosy bar with a…
An authentic 1920s setting.
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Make the best of your experience by taking a hammock with you
The tv tower in Harstad is about 10 minutes from the city center by car.
Restored sami settlement in very beautiful surroundings, abandoned in 1958.
Scuba Diving together with Arctic Sea to Summits in the archipelago of Harstad
Just a short hike rewards you with a stunning view of Harstad, and its surrounding fjords and…
The beach at Elgsnes is one of the most beautiful and popular spots to witness the Northern Lights.…
A guided tour in the farm's cultivated landscape with glimpses from the farm history through 10 000…
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