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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The beach at Elgsnes is one of the most beautiful and popular spots to witness the Northern Lights.…
If you want to go for an easy hike with spectacular views of the city and its surroundings -…
The city's most popular hiking terrain.
Aboard a RIB to Bjarkøy. Great trip for hobby ornithologists, and people interested in birding.…
Join a team of professional Northern Lights chasers, on a hunt for the elusive Northern Lights.…
På Sandsøya finnes et eldorado av turstier, med fjellet Veten som midtpunkt med sine 212 moh.
Nupen viewpoint
Tourist information in Harstad - and are able to help you plan your trip in the region
Our guide will take you to one of his/hers favourite spots to experience animal life, midnight sun…
Old trading post and guesthouse dating back to the 16th century.
Right next to the sea at Trondenes, we can find the world's northern-most medieval stone church. A…
An arena for a broad range of artistc expressions, exhibiting of local, national and international…
«Stien langs sjøen»
Arctic Waters is all about sharing our love for the northern Norwegian nature with anyone wanting…
This trip is for the passionate fisherman. We target the best fishing spots in the area to make…
Hålogaland Kraft is a regional company that will light up and simplify your life as a power…
Kvæfjord Matkultur is a network consisting out of local businesses that produce, sell and…
Thon Hotel Harstad is a new modern hotel with great conference facilities. The well equipped rooms…
Experience the enchanting winter landscape of Harstad on a snowshoe trip. This unique adventure by…
We can tailormake "packages" for different events alone, or in cooperation with others.
Visit one of the largest battleship-cannons put on land in Europe during the second World War. You…
On this kayakcourse you will learn the basic skills that are required to go out kayaking on your…
The most enjoyable hotel in the city, with a fantastic quayside location.
From trading post to charming rural museum.
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