
Lyngen
The best places to see the Northern Lights in Lyngen
- Skibotn and Skibotn valley (look up #Skibotndissa on Instagram and add your own epic picture).
- Visit the Spåkenes peninsula.
- Hike up to Ovi Raishiin, by the entrance to the Reisa National Park (where you can spend the night in cosy cabins).
Beautiful Lyngenfjord, situated between Tromsø and Alta, is surrounded by the impressive Lyngen Alps with peaks that rise up to 1,833 metres. On the east side of the Lyngenfjord, lies inland wilderness, including Reisa National Park and the world’s northernmost tripoint, the Three-Country Cairn, which marks the spot where the borders of Norway, Sweden, and Finland meet.
Other popular places are the islands around Skjervøy or the Spåkenes peninsula, which offer fantastic panoramic views of the entire Lyngen Alps range and a good chance of seeing the northern lights. Since the region is sparsely populated, the next spot without light pollution is never far away.
There's always something exciting to do in Lyngenfjord. To enhance the experience, catch the aurora borealis while enjoying outdoor activities in the wild. Lyngen is also one of Norway's premier destinations for ski tourers. You should always go with a local guide, since they know the best spots and will keep you safe.
For an indoor activity, why not try a guided tour of the world’s northernmost whisky distillery? End the day in the distillery's private hot tub, with the northern lights above you (if you're in luck).
Winter in Northern Norway
Did you know that you can experience the northern lights as early as late September until late March?
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Getting There
There are daily bus departures from Tromsø and Alta to Lyngen, Skibotn, and further north to Olderdalen, Skjervøy, Sørkjosen, and Storslett.
Local public transport requires planning as departures are limited. Find more information and timetables on Lyngenfjord’s official website.
You can rent a car in Tromsø. Find detailed route descriptions on Lyngenfjord’s official website.
The closest major airports are Tromsø Airport and Alta Airport.
Smaller airports in the area include Bardufoss Airport and Sørkjosen Airport.
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The Norwegian Coastal Express (Hurtigruten) calls at Skjervøy on its route between Bergen and Kirkenes.
There is an express boat service from Tromsø to Skjervøy, which also calls at Nord-Lenangen and Arnøya island.
