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Visit the Taubanesentralen, the beating heart of Longyearbyen, which brought coal from the mines to the harbor.
When you arrive in Longyearbyen one of the first things you’ll see is the cable way. The landscape in Longyeardalen and Adventdalen is maked by the long lines of towers connecting the mines to the town. Of these buildings connected to the cableway the Taubanesentralen is by far the most special one. This iconic building was used from 1957 to 1987 and was built on top of the old cable way central. Taubanesentralen on its pillars towers high above the city and is today a characteristic landmark of Longyearbyen.
Join us inside this historical building where time has been standing still since 1987. Feel the conditions the workers had to endure when the temperature inside dropped far beneath zero degrees and the wind went straight through building. At the same time you learn of the important role Taubanesentralen had in the coal production and how it was the beating heart of a well-established system.
From Taubanesentralen we have a wonderful view of the surroundings. We have a view stretching from the beginnings of the Adventfjord, far into the Adventdalen and of course a beautiful view of the city centre of Longyearbyen. We would say the view is worth the visit.
Practical information:
- The ticket can be purchased beforehand or upon arrival.
- The ticket is a daypass which is valid the entire day from 9-15.
- The building is open and not insulated, therefore it can be cold – dress for the outdoors.
Language:
- The guide speaks Scandinavian and English.
Availability:
- The entrance staircase is long and steep.
- Not accessible for wheelchair users.
- Not accessible people with reduced mobility.
Transport:
- Transport is not included.
- The road to the Taubanesentralen is located between the church and the office of Sysselmesteren.
- Roughly 2 km from the Tourist information which takes approximately 30 min to walk.
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