Articles for inspiration

Learn how to photograph the Aurora Borealis

5 reasons why ski touring in Svalbard is even more awesome than other places.

This article provides information and useful tips about this fantastic natural phenomenon that sometimes dances across the sky in Svalbard!

In the vast and rugged wilderness of Svalbard, you may come across a remarkable type of bird. Meet the Svalbard Rock Ptarmigan!

Get inside information from a local in the world's northernmost town, Longyearbyen.

Celebrating Norway’s national day in Svalbard is an experience that’s well worth a visit!

Try out the traditional "Town Circuit", a popular hike in town among friends.

The history of amazing Polar Expeditions, that took place in Svalbard. Read and learn more!

The world’s largest secure seed storage can be found in the permafrost close to Longyearbyen.

Get Arctic inside tips from musher Anja Åse Wied

Choose between exciting culinary experiences in the world's northernmost city. With the North Pole as your nearest neighbor, we give you our best food tips.

We have gathered our most frequently asked questions about travelling and staying in Svalbard and Longyearbyen. See all the questions here.

Did you know that reindeer roam the streets of Longyearbyen?

A safe repository for world memory, within Mine 3 in Svalbard

Meet one of the local dog sledding guides

Experience the short, intense and golden autumn in Svalbard

Longyearbyen offers wonderful cultural and nature-based experiences. If you have already travelled so far north, we recommend getting even more out of your trip to the Arctic. The best way to achieve this is by extending your stay with a few days in Tromsø.

Everybody in Svalbard drives a snowmobile. You should try it too!

Get to know our local producers, who proudly share the story behind the products.