VISIT VARANGER – WINTER
Winter in Varanger is a season of magical light. The polar night, vibrant northern lights, and Arctic hues of pink and gold create a stunning backdrop for endless adventures, both indoors and out. The Arctic winter holds a unique charm, transforming nature into a glittering wonderland of white, pink, and blue. It’s a season of contrasts—sharp and fresh yet delicate—where the northern lights dance playfully across the sky, leaving you in awe of this enchanting landscape.
EXPLORE ARCTIC LIGHTS – ARCTIC NIGHTS
Is seeing the Northern Lights on your bucket list? Varanger offers one of the best chances to witness this magical phenomenon. Let your dream become a reality!
BIRDWATCHING IN VARANGER
Varanger is a global hotspot for birdwatching, attracting enthusiasts from around the world to experience its unique Arctic birdlife. Available in summer, winter, and spring.
KINGCRAB SAFARI AT THE VARANGERFJORD
Embark on an authentic king crab fishing adventure. Enjoy freshly cooked king crab on board, along with captivating stories and plenty of humor from your local guides. Available in summer, winter , and spring.
DOGSLEDDING IN THE VARANGER PENISULA
Experience the thrill of dog sledding, a perfect activity for all ages, from children to grandparents. No prior experience or special training is needed—simply choose to drive your own sled or sit back and enjoy the ride.
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING
«Ski Varanger» – The Varanger Peninsula is a paradise for ski enthusiasts. With long winters and endless trails, it’s the ultimate destination for those who love cross-country skiing.
STORMWATCHING IN THE ARCTIC
Winter in Varanger invites you to marvel at nature’s raw beauty. Experience the thrill of Arctic storm watching as powerful tides crash ashore and rain taps rhythmically on the roof. Between storms, calm, sunny days offer a serene pause, recharging both the land and its people for the next captivating display of winter’s untamed energy.
SNOWMOBILE ON THE VARANGER PENINSULA
Feel the rush of adventure with a guided snowmobile tour across Varanger’s open landscapes. Perfect for thrill-seekers and those who love speed.
GUIDED TOURS ALONG THE NATIONAL SCENIC ROUTE
DEEPSEA FISHING IN THE ARCTIC BARENTS SEA
GUIDED CITY WALK IN VARDØ
Explore Vardø, Northern Norway’s oldest city, on this guided walk. Highlights include Vardøhus Fortress, Steilneset Memorial, vibrant street art, and stories of pomor trade, fisheries, and the city’s modern evolution.
VISIT STEILNESET MEMORIAL IN VARDØ
Steilneset memorial in Vardø has been erected to commemorate the 91 people who were found guilty of witchcraft and burnt at the stake here. The artist Louise Bourgeois and the architect Peter Zumthor have joined in creating evocative space, a burning chair and a 100-metre long memorial hall that communicate this gripping story.
GUIDED TOURS IN VARANGER NATIONALPARK
Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Varanger Peninsula National Park. A one-of-a-kind Arctic adventure, showcasing Norway’s most unique landscapes.
MUSEUMS AND SIGHTS
Explore Varanger’s rich history and culture through its iconic sites, including the Sami Museum, Pomor Museum, Vadsø Museum, and Steilneset Memorial. Visit Vardøhus Fortress, Mortensnes Heritage Site, and the Partisan Museum, or unwind in Vadsø’s Culture and Nature Park for a perfect blend of history and nature.
MORTENSNES HERITAGE AREA
12,500 years ago, the ice had retreated from the Varanger Peninsula after the last ice age. As soon as the land was habitable, people came from the east. They lived off the rich resources on land and in the sea. At Mortensnes cultural heritage area, you can walk along a marked path and see traces of the people who have lived here.
VARANGER NATIONALPARK
Varangerhalvøya / Várnjárga /Varenkinniemi offers its visitors an ancient landscape of Arctic tundra, boulder fields, rich wetlands and riparian valleys with rivers that run to the Varanger Fjord and Barents Sea.
NATIONAL SCENCIC ROUTE VARANGER
The road to the Arctic Ocean – A drive in the fluctuating light of the ocean and sky – towards the expanse of ocean and unique rock landscape. Varanger is about the long lines in the landscape, as well as the long lines of history.
THE OLD FISHING VILLAGE IN VARDØ
Entrepreneur Ottar Zahl Jonassen aims to transform Smelror, a historic fishing village at Norway’s northern edge, into a world-class destination. With resorts, holiday homes, and a marina surrounded by pristine wilderness, it offers unparalleled experiences under the Northern Lights and midnight sun.
A COOLCATION DESTINATION
Escape the heat with a coolcation in Varanger, Arctic Norway. Experience untouched wilderness with serene fjords, salmon rivers, and the magical Aurora Borealis. Explore king crab safaris, bird cliffs, and Sami culture while enjoying fresh air and solitude far from crowded destinations. Discover tranquillity in nature’s purest form.
ENQUIRY FOR #VARANGERMOMENT
Winter
- Northernlights safari
- King crab fishing
- Birdwatching
- Snowmobile trips
- Dogledding
- Sauna experience
- Visit Sami camp
- Cross-country skiing
- Guided tours Varanger
- Transport
- Accommodation
- + much more…
Spring
- King crab fishing
- Whale Safari
- Birdwatching
- Fjord fishing
- Sauna experience
- Visit Sami camp
- Golf in Varanger
- Guided tours
- Transport
- Accommodation
- + much more…
Summer
- Whale Safari
- Fly fishing in Varanger
- King crab fishing
- Birdwatching
- Hike Varanger
- Pick berry hike
- Sauna experience
- SUP Arctic Riviera
- Bike Varanger
- Guided tours
- Transport
- Accommodation
- + much more…
Autumn
- Northernlights safari
- King crab fishing
- Birdwatching
- Sauna experience
- Visit Sami camp
- Bike Varanger
- Guided tours
- Transport
- Accommodation
- + much more…
Feel free to fill out our enquiry box and one of our advisers will get back to you at your earliest convenience.
VADSØ , VARANGER ARCTIC NORWAY
BOOK A NIGHT OR THREE IN THE ICEHOUSE
Probably one of the coolest accommodation in Varanger with warmest atmosphere
