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Russian architecture and culture in Svalbard

Pyramiden & Barentsburg

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Barentsburg and Pyramiden

Make a visit to Barentsburg and Pyramiden, and explore Russian culture and architecture in the middle of the Arctic wilderness!
Pyramiden is an abandoned and remote ghost town, while Barentsburg is Svalbard’s second largest settlement with a population of 450. The settlements are not connected by road, but it’s possible to visit both of them in summer by boat or in winter by snowmobile.

Wellness
Expedition
Biking
Food
Sightseeing
Brewery visit
Hiking
ATV safari
Snowcat
Dog sledding
Kayak
Fishing
Snowmobile
Skiing
Closed boat
Open boat
Mine visit
Hot air balloon
Horse activity
Ice cave
Photo safari
Sports adventure
Handicraft
Eco-certified

Svalbard

Inspiration

Pyramiden

Pyramiden is a ghost town from 1910, with well-preserved architecture and buildings. The town carries a mark of having to move in a rush. Read more here.
Barentsburg

A couple of kilometres away from Longyearbyen you’ll Barentsburg which is a small town on the shores of Grønfjord. Read more about Barentsburg on our website.