 View of Tromsø from the cable car station on Mount Storstein. In the foreground on the right is the Arctic Cathedral. In the background at the top left you can see the bridge over the Sandnessund behind the airport. | ||
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| Fylke | Troms | |
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| Residents | 76.974 (2020) | |
| height | 20 m | |
| Tourist info | 47 77 61 00 00 http://www.visittromso.no | |
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The town Tromso Located in the north Norway, north of the Arctic Circle, and is one of the best places to see the spectacular Northern Lights. With more than 70,000 inhabitants, it is the metropolis of the north par excellence, numerically only from the Russian one Murmansk exceeded.
background
With 2,566 km², Tromsø is the largest municipality in Norway, the second largest in Europe, and the capital of the province Troms.
Tromsø is also called the 'gateway to the Arctic Ocean'. Since 1874 the city has been the starting point for North Sea and polar expeditions, especially to the North Pole, led by Roald Amundsen and Fridtjof Nansen, among others. It is the only city in Northern Norway that survived the Second World War largely undamaged.
The island district of Tromsøya is connected to the mainland district of Tromsdalen by a 1,016 m long bridge built in 1960. To relieve the bridge, a 3,500 m long twin-tube tunnel was built under the Tromsøsund in 1994, which is 102 m below sea level at its deepest point. Tromsø Airport has existed since 1963. In 1968 the city received a university, the northernmost in the world.
overview
The urban area is divided into three areas: The main island (Tromsøya), on which most of the inhabitants live, with the city center, the university and the airport, the mainland in the east with the famous Arctic Cathedral, and the island Kvaløya ("Whale Island") in the west. Tromsøya is connected to Kvaløya and the mainland by a bridge that can be used by cars and pedestrians. There is also a car tunnel between Tromsøya and the mainland.
climate
Due to the foothills of the Gulf Stream, Tromsø is warmer than is generally thought. In January the average temperature is -4.5 ° C with a temperature record of (only) -18.4 ° C. In June it is an average of 12 ° C, although on rare days it can reach temperatures of up to 30 ° C. The first snow at sea level mostly falls in October and then stays until May, although it can thaw completely free again just before Christmas. Most of the snow falls in March, so an average snow depth of 1 m at the beginning of April is not unusual. The snow record height is 2.4 m.
The weather is generally very changeable. Warm winds from the south can quickly alternate with cold arctic winds. Therefore it can happen from time to time that in the deepest winter there is a slight plus temperature, while in the middle of July it cools down to 0 ° C and snows.
A special feature due to the location north of the Arctic Circle are the lighting conditions. The last sunset of the year is November 26th. The sun then stays below the horizon all day until the first sunrise on January 21st. In this Polar night However, it doesn't get completely dark in Tromsø. Around noon there is twilight for about two to three hours, as can also be seen in Germany after sunset. The opposite is found in summer. The sun never sets between May 20th and July 22nd. These Midnight sun then shines from the sky 24 hours a day.
Sami
The Sami, formerly also called Lapps, live in Northern Norway, as well as Sweden, Finland and Russia. In the meantime they have been recognized by Norway as a minority. Many place-name signs and signs and notices from official bodies are therefore not only written in Norwegian, but also in the Sami language.
getting there
By plane
Tromsø is essentially made up of SAS, Norwegian and Widerøe (only national) served. If you come from abroad, you almost always fly over Oslo, seldom over London or Trondheim. In Norway, customs clearance always takes place at the first national airport, usually in Oslo.
All foreign and domestic planes land on the modern but small 1 Langnes Airport
(IATA: TOS). The cheapest way to get from the airport to the city center is to take the city bus (line 40 or 42), which stops on the street below the airport car park (not directly visible from the airport). The journey takes 20 minutes and costs 45 NOK (cash only). There is also an airport bus (Flybussen), which goes straight to the city center and stops at the largest hotels. The trip costs 70 NOK one way or 100 NOK when buying a return ticket and ends in front of the Rica Hotel near the city center at the port. Taxis are also available. The ride to the city center costs around NOK 160.
By train
Tromsø has no rail connection. However, you can go up Narvik above Sweden Arrive by train and from there take the 100 bus (takes around four and a half hours).
By bus
There are different Bus routes to Tromsø. From the north you can go from Alta take line 150 (six and a half hours). From the south you can take line 23-720 from Bodø drive to Narvik and from there take line 100 to Tromsø (a total of a good twelve hours). The Prostneset bus stop is next to the tourist information.
By car
Tromsø is on the 
, which is an hour further south at Nordkjosbotn in the 
flows out. This leads from southern Sweden via Oslo to after Kirkenes. From Oslo it is about 1700 km, for which you should plan at least three days due to speed limits and, depending on the season, difficult road conditions. You get a little faster on the 
through Sweden, although the view is less beautiful.
A special feature is that the city is similar to in Ålesund is traversed by an underground road system in order to relieve the traffic above ground and to shorten the distances. (Please refer Buildings There are several large, underground ones Parking spaceswhich, however, are expensive. If you want to rent a car or bring your own car, you should pay attention to parking facilities when choosing the hotel.
By boat
The 2 Hurtigruten Terminal in the port of Tromsø is daily from the ships of the Hurtigruten started. On the northbound route, the ships dock at 2:30 p.m. on the 5th day and stop at 6:30 p.m. Skjervøy off again. On the southbound route, Tromsø will start at 11:30 p.m. on the evening of the 8th day, departure at 1:30 a.m. Finnsnes. (As of 2014). The starting points are Mountains or Trondheim, both of which can be reached by plane or train. Compared to plane and train (by bus), the Hurtigrute is more expensive and takes more time. On the other hand, the trip is of course much more relaxed and the view is impressive.
- For a short stay, for example while the Hurtigruten ship is being loaded and unloaded in the port, you can take a bus to the Arctic Cathedral, after visiting it, then take the next bus (line 26) with the same ticket to the cable car and the enjoy beautiful view from above.
In addition to the Hurtigrute, that also drives Hurtigbåt ("Schnellboot") from line 2 Harstad to Tromsø.
Cruise ships often moor on 4 Tromsø Havn Prostneset near the Hurtigruten terminal, the real one 5 Cruise terminal(Breivika Port) however is about 4 km away. The city center can be reached by bus line 42.
By bicycle
Tromsø is on the northernmost section of national cycle route 1 from Trondheim to the North cap. GPS track and route description in Bike tour wiki.
mobility
Rail transport is alien in city traffic. There is a regional and inner-city bus network for this. There are also ferries that go to some surrounding islands and other more or less remote areas. For buses and ferries see tromskortet.no. A weekly ticket for the city bus network costs 240 NOK for adults; Children, young people and senior citizens pay half.
The city extends over a relatively large area, but the city center is small enough that you can easily explore it on foot. The bridge from the main island to the mainland, on which the Arctic Cathedral and the cable car are, can be reached in 10 minutes from the city center and crossed in about 20 minutes on foot. Unfortunately it is very noisy due to the heavy traffic and it can get quite windy.
Renting a car is worthwhile for longer stays in Tromsø. All well-known car rental companies are represented at the airport, partly in the city center. The prices are only slightly higher than in Germany. The price of gasoline is about the same. The roads are always cleared well in winter in and out of town if necessary, but not gritted. Nevertheless, especially in winter and spring, but also in autumn, you should be prepared for the use of spikes and possibly even snow chains. Rental cars from the major providers always have good tires. If you arrive with your own car outside of summer, you should definitely have snow chains with you. It can also be worthwhile to have shoe spikes in your luggage.
Tourist Attractions
In general, Tromsø is known for most of the people Northern lights in winter (around the beginning of October to the end of March), often in combination with the Polar night (November 26th to January 20th) and for the Midnight sun in summer (May 20th to July 22nd).
Churches
- 1 Arctic Cathedral, proper. Tromsdalen Kirke. Evangelical Lutheran Church, which is located on the mainland from the center, can be seen from the other side of the sound. It was built in 1965 and stands out for its modern, atypical architecture and the largest stained glass window in Europe. It is considered one of the city's landmarks. In summer there are midnight concerts that are based on the Hurtigrute's time of stay.Open: [1].Price: NOK 40, for organ concerts NOK 70.
- 2 Tromsø Cathedral, is in the city center. Tromsø Domkirke is an Evangelical Lutheran cathedral from 1861. It is the only wooden cathedral in Norway and is one of the northernmost cathedrals in the world. It has 800 seats.
- 3 Our Lady Vår Frue, Storgata 94 (The church is at Stortorget opposite the Kulturhuset.). Catholic cathedral, which was also built in 1861. It is the northernmost bishopric in the world and has 150 seats.
- 4 Metodistkirken. The architecture of the Methodist Church is also reminiscent of the wooden stockfish frames.
Buildings
- 1 library The building is made of glass with a cantilevered roof with a titanium coating. It is definitely worth a look and is located in the middle of the city center. Right next to it is the new town hall, opposite it is the culture house, it is accessible from the Stortorget.
- The university offers many different buildings in varying architectural styles. The university can be reached by bus lines 20, 21, 24 and 34 (and others). You should visit the university during the week during normal working hours in order to be able to enter the buildings. Website
- The whole main island is owned by one Tunnel system streaked. There are even several roundabouts and entire parking lots underground. The tunnels can only be entered by cars. Alternatively, bus line 42 runs through part of the tunnel system. The parking spaces can of course also be entered on foot.
- 5 Tromsø Bridge, (Tromsøbrua). It connects the main island with the mainland and is one of the landmarks of the city. 1,016 m long, clearance height 38 m.
- 1 Hålogaland Teater
, south of the city center, but still within walking distance. It stands out due to its very dark facade and the sculptures in front of the entrance.
Monuments
- 6 Tirpitz Monument, outside the city on the island of Håkøya. During World War II, Norway was captured by the German Wehrmacht, and the Tirpitz was stationed in Tromsø. The Tirpitz was the largest battleship of its time. In 1944 it was sunk off the southeast coast of Håkøya. 1204 men of the crew were killed, 890 were rescued, of which 84 were cut out of the fuselage with great effort. The memorial, a plaque made from a hull plate of the ship, is best reached by car (or as part of a 40-minute hike (one way) from Eidkjosen, accessible by bus 42). Around the monument you can still see bomb craters from the attack on the ship, some of which are more than 30 m in diameter. At low tide, a salvage platform can also be seen, with which most of the ship was recovered.
- This is right on the southern tip Amundsendenkmal. It was erected in memory of the victims of the rescue mission for Umberto Nobile in 1928, in which Norway's national hero Roald Amundsen was also killed. It can be reached by bus line 34.
Museums
There is a combined ticket for NOK 60 for the first three museums mentioned, which is also valid for several days. There are also offers for children and groups. Information on all three museums can be found here: Website.
- 7 Tromsø Museum, Lars Thørings veg 10, 9006 Tromsø (Can be reached with Bus route 37 or 34 (Near university)).
Permanent exhibitions on the subjects of the Northern Lights, geology, northern Scandinavian biology and the influence of humans on the environment, Stone Age finds in the area around Tromsø, the Viking Age and church art. The two exhibitions about Sami are particularly well known. The first opened in 1973 and shows the classic image of the Sami as a native people. The second exhibition in 2000 deals with the modern Sami who integrate into modern society but maintain their own culture. In addition to the permanent exhibitions, there are two rooms for traveling exhibitions. The museum is located near the southern tip of the main island and is part of the university. Entry is 50 NOK.Open: 16.06-15.08: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. 16.08-15.06: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.Price: 50 NOK.
- 8 Polar museum, also part of the university. Located right in the city center, it covers life, wildlife and exploration in the Arctic. In addition to the discovery of Svalbard and the seal hunt in the Arctic, the museum deals intensively with the great Norwegian explorers and polar explorers, such as Roald Amundsen and Fridtjof Nansen. There is also a room for traveling exhibitions. Entry is 50 NOK.
- 9 The Polstjerna ("Polarstern") is a seal catcher from 1949. The ship was used for seal hunting for 33 seasons. It is also part of the university and is only open from June 15th to August 15th. Entry NOK 25. The ship is located a little south of the city center and can be easily reached on foot, right next to the Polaria.
- 10 The Polaria is essentially an aquarium with extras. It's a little south of the city center and within walking distance, right next to Polstjerna. The main attractions are the two bearded seals and the two common seals that live together in a large tank. There are large panoramic windows under water and a plexiglass tunnel so that you can see the seals from all sides. Furthermore, there is daily feedings with small show inserts. In addition to the seals, there are various fish and other small sea creatures. The "extras" include a cinema with short films about the Northern Lights and Svalbard and an area where the Arctic and research are brought closer. Special mention should be made of the shop, which, in addition to the usual souvenirs, also sells carvings, pictures and small sculptures by local artists as well as seal skin products of all kinds. Entry is NOK 120. The shop can be visited free of charge. Website
- 11 Perspektivet Museum, several photo exhibitions on different, regularly changing topics. The topics range from local photos from 100 years ago to a documentation of the situation of women in Afghanistan. The museum is located in the middle of the city center on the pedestrian zone of the main street (Storgata), and entry is free. Website
- 12 North Nork Art Museum, located on the Hurtigruten quay in the city center. It shows a permanent exhibition with old pictures, all of which are related to Northern Norway. That means either the artists were from the area or the motifs show Northern Norway. However, most of the exhibition space is dedicated to traveling exhibitions with a wide variety of topics. Entry is free. Website
- 13 The Vitensenteret ("the knowledge center") is a hands-on museum with a scientific focus, especially for children. It makes the laws of nature practically and playfully tangible and also deals with aspects of the climate and nature of the (sub) Arctic as well as astronomy. Participation in a film showing twice a day in a 360 ° projection dome is included in the admission price. It is located at the university and can be reached with bus lines 20, 21, 24 and 34 (and others). The entrance fee is NOK 100 (NOK 50 for children). Website
- 14 Telemuseum, small museum about telecommunications. It is located near the airport. You can get there by bus number 40 or 42. Entry is free.
- 15 The War museum (Forsvarsmuseum) essentially deals with the fate of Tromsø during World War II. A special focus is on the battleship Tirpitz, which was sunk off Tromsø. The museum is open from Wednesday to Sunday from June to August, and only on Sundays in May and September. It is located on the mainland about 5 km south of the bridge. You can get there by bus 28. Website
Streets and squares
- Tromsø's main street is the Storgata ("Big street"). It leads right through the city center and is a pedestrian zone in sections.
- The Stortorget ("Großer Platz") is the central town square, where there is a regular market. Depending on the season, local specialties such as seagull eggs and seal meat are also sold here.
- The Amundsenplatz is also centrally located and in summer a good opportunity to sit on the benches and look out over the sea. It is particularly interesting for Hurtigruten guests because the Hurtigruten quay is right next to it and the site is always a good landmark.
Parks
- The Botanic Garden the university offers plants from all continents. In addition to the subarctic species, there are also many high mountain plants to be found. This is the northernmost botanical garden in the world. Right next to it is the Geological garden the University. Many different rocks that occur in northern Scandinavia are exhibited here. A visit is only recommended in summer as none of the gardens are cleared. Entry is free. The gardens are located at the university and can be reached by bus routes 20, 21, 24, 34 and 42 (and others).
- At the southern tip of the main island is a Beach. This is often used in summer for a (short) bath and then for a barbecue. It can be reached by bus line 34 and is of course free of charge.
various
- Fjellheisen. The Fjellheisen ("cable car") goes up the mountain near the Arctic Cathedral Storstein ("big stone") at 420 m above sea level. The Fjellheisen is visible from all over the city and offers a wonderful view of the city in good weather. The combined ticket for the trip up and down costs 140 NOK. If the weather is good and you are in good shape, you can also hike the mountain (it takes about 2 hours).
- Mack Brewery. The Mack brewery, the northernmost brewery in the world, has now been relocated to Nordkjosbotn. However, Tromsø still has a microbrewery that can be visited and a shop that sells all kinds of things related to beer. The pub belonging to the brewery Ølhallen ("Bierhalle") is also still in town (see below).
- They deserve a special mention in connection with Tromsø Pubs. Tromsö is at least nationally famous for its large number of good pubs. Often there is even talk of the "highest density of bars per inhabitant in Europe". In addition to the large number of locations, it is also convincing of their quality. The oldest pub in town is highly recommended Ølhallen ("Beer Hall"). The pub, which opened in 1929 and belongs to the Mack Brewery, is only open during the day (9 a.m. - 5 p.m.) and has a lot of atmosphere.
activities
Festivals
January:
January February:
freetime and sports
On warm summer days, you can visit the sandy beach Telegrafbukta at the southern tip of the main island. You can also bring a picnic basket and a disposable grill. You can also take the opportunity to bathe in the water or at least put your feet in it. However, you should be careful of sea urchins near the large stones. The water temperature is a maximum of 12 ° C.
The Soccer team Tromsøs, TIL (Tromsø Idrettslag), plays in the Norwegian league (Tippeliga). During the season you can watch the games in the Alfheim Stadium on Sundays.
This is popular with many tourists fishing. You can put your rod in the water directly from the coast or go on guided fishing trips with a boat. Common species are pollack, cod and halibut.
The Villmarkssenter ("Wilderness Center") offers dog sledding rides from a few hours to five days with overnight stays in tents in winter. There are also guided hiking tours with snowshoes. In summer, glacier tours, hiking tours and kayaking trips as well as a visit to the huskies are offered. The Villmarkssenter is located on Kvaløya, about 30 minutes by car from the city center. However, there are shuttle buses from the largest hotels and back.
- 2 Villmarkssenter, Straumsvegen 601, 9105 Kvaløysletta. Tel.: 47 77 69 60 02, Email: [email protected].
In winter are from different providers Whale safaris offered with a boat. Between November and January, humpback whales and orcas (killer whales) follow the schools of fish into the fjords, so you can see the whales directly from the mainland, especially at the beginning of December. It is a good idea to drive down the fjords on Kvaløya with a car and keep an eye out for the animals. Especially on weekends you can watch out for groups of cars parked on the roadside, as many people go out to see whales and many parked cars point out a good observation point. Especially when driving on Kvaløya in winter, it is essential to use spikes or snow chains and the speed limits Not to the max!
As long as it is dark and cloudless in Tromsø and the surrounding area, you have a very good chance of Northern lights to see. In good weather, you can often see them in the middle of the city between October and March. However, you can also drive out of the city to either avoid bad weather or to look for a darker place. Numerous providers also offer northern light tours, so-called northern light safaris.
There is a lot to see outside of Tromsø. Nature lovers in particular will feel at home. You can easily reach the Atlantic coast (Sommarøy) or the Lyng Alps by public transport. The local tourist information office can help you plan suitable and inexpensive tours by bus or car. There are also flyers for possible day tours with public transport.
Like all of Norway, the area around Tromsø is ideal for skiing in winter and hiking in summer. There are several illuminated trails for cross-country skiing enthusiasts. The best known runs in the middle of the main island on the north-south axis. There are also trails on the mainland in Tromsdalen and on Kvaløya. All cross-country trails are free. There are several chargeable areas for ski runs, where you can also rent skis and boots. Everyone's right allows everyone to stay off the beaten track, be it on skis or on foot. Even gates can be opened as long as they are closed again immediately and the fields are entered carefully. Nevertheless, one should be prepared before skiing or hiking in the wilderness absolutely consult with the tourist information office or local authorities beforehand. Every year tourists (and locals) die in avalanches, falls on slopes, or other dangers of the wilderness. You should also take warning signs seriously. They are not placed very often, but when they do, there is a reason!
shop
There are many supermarkets and souvenir shops in the city center, and you can get everything you need in daily life. There are relatively cheap groceries in the supermarket Rema 1000 at the Amfi shopping center on Storgata. If you absolutely have to go shopping on Sunday, you will find the joker near the Hurtigruten quay also in the Storgata. There is a vin monopoly for alcoholic beverages stronger than beer in the Nerstranda shopping center a little south of the center.
Larger shops are in the two neighboring shopping centers Jekta and K1, both near the airport at the Giæverbukta bus stop. In addition to supermarkets and countless clothing stores, there are also several large sports outfitters (e.g. XXL, G-Sport), electronics stores (e.g. Elkjøp) and a Bauhaus (Jula).
kitchen
For fish dish lovers, there is no better restaurant than Store Norske Fiskekompani in Storgata. Also Peppermøllen with one of the most delicate menus in Northern Europe should be mentioned.
- 1 Mack's Ølhallen. Mack's Ølhallen is the oldest bistro in town. The Mack brewery was founded in 1877; it is the northernmost brewery in Europe, even if the production has now moved a little outside the city.Open: Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-6 p.m., closed on Sun.
nightlife
Tromso is for his Pub culture famous. However, these are of a high price level, especially alcoholic beverages are typically very expensive. Nevertheless, a visit is worthwhile, there are many well-kept and cozy pubs for every taste in the city center.
Cheap
medium
- Blå Rock Café: As the name suggests, rock is played here, on three levels and often live. It is definitely one of the northernmost establishments of its kind and is not only known in Tromsø for its burgers. Mack beer is also served (0.5L ~ 8 euros).
Upscale
accommodation
Cheap
- Tromsdalen Camping
- The Everyone's right allows camping outside the city center for free.
medium
- Hotel SAGA
- There are some good options for in Tromso Bed & Breakfast. Links to this, for example here.
- Sydspissen Hotell. With free parking space.
Upscale
Learn
For a beer, most locals will be happy to explain the main Norwegian phrases and customs. However, you should be careful with the phrases and use them carefully in southern Norway, as northern Norwegian uses a language that is sometimes very rough.
The University of Tromsø (UiT) offers many English-language master's programs, including peace and conflict studies, visual anthropology, indigenous studies, etc.
Norwegian courses are not easy to find. Immigrants receive basic training from Tromsø Municipality, and the university offers courses for its staff and international students. However, tourists have no easy way to learn Norwegian or Sami.
Work
The University of Tromsø and the one nearby Tromsø University Hospital (UNN) are located on the northern end of the main island and are the city's largest employers. That too Norwegian Polar Institute is a great employer, also for foreigners.
Odd jobs are available in hotels and restaurants for general work. For more demanding jobs you should be able to speak Norwegian. A work permit is required for any work, but for citizens of the EU (as well as Switzerland, Liechtenstein and Iceland) it is relatively easy to obtain in the tax office (Skattekontor) is available.
security
Like Norway, Tromsø is also considered safe. Theft is not unheard of, however, and valuables should be looked after as carefully as they are at home. Beggars, especially from the Balkans, are now ubiquitous in the Storgata. However, they do not pose any threat.
The greatest danger comes from the surrounding nature. Every year foreign visitors perish in Norwegian nature, either on glaciers, in open boats by the sea, in avalanches, etc. Glaciers should not be entered without guidance and equipment, and the safety regulations for open boats must be taken seriously. Cross-country skiing and descents in inaccessible and little-traveled mountain areas is also not for beginners and should be discussed with the tourist information. Longer hiking tours in summer should also be carefully considered, as people tend to underestimate the slopes and overestimate themselves.
Although the city is cleared well in the winter and some streets are even heated to remove ice, the whole city can turn into a single, steep sheet of ice. So you should wear good shoes with a lot of rubber (no hard plastic) even in the city in winter. Local shoe stores offer removable spikes for the most common types of shoes.
health
Practical advice
The usual emergency numbers in Norway apply:
- 110 fire brigade
- 112 Police and general emergency number
- 113 ambulances
In the case of diseases, the Layevakta (Emergency room) in the university hospital:
German Honorary Consulate in Tromsø; Ole-Martin Andreassen, Honorary Consul:
- 3 Forbunds Republikken Tysklands honorærkonsul, Law firm Steenstrup Stordrange DA, Sjøgata 2, 9008 Tromsø. Tel.: 47 77 61 78 00, 47 48 01 65 13, Fax: 47 77 61 78 01, Email: [email protected].
- 4 Tourist Information, Kirkegata 2, 9008 Tromso. Tel.: 47 77 61 00 00, Fax: 47 77 61 00 01, Email: [email protected].
Free internet via WiFi is available in the city library (ask at the counter) or on the university grounds (with uit-guest Connect and follow instructions. Mobile phone (also German) is required). There are also public, free computers with Internet access in the city library. There is free Wi-Fi at various points in the city center, especially along the Storgata. Hotels mostly offer Wi-Fi for a fee.
There are red mailboxes all over the city. There are stamps everywhere where there are also postcards. There is a post office each in the city center and in the Jekta shopping center near the airport.
For longer stays, it might be worth buying a prepaid SIM card. These are available at good conditions from, among others Chess and One call. For the purchase you either need a Norwegian personal number (only available if you have a long-term employment contract), or an identity card or passport.
trips
If Tromsø is not north enough for you, you can travel to here by plane or ship Longyearbyen on Svalbard to travel. There are also boat tours around Svalbard. Any trips to Svalbard should be planned in advance if possible.
Other more northerly places like that too North cap, Alta, Hammerfest or Kirkenes sind relativ gut von Tromsø aus per Bus, Auto, Hurtigruten oder Flugzeug zu erreichen.
Im Westen von Tromsø befindet sich die Insel Kvaløya, die man mit dem Auto oder im Sommer auch mit dem Bus bereisen kann. Am westlichsten Ende liegt die Insel Sommarøy, auf der ein Fischerdorf und viele Hütten liegen. Sommarøy ist mit einer Brücke mit Kvaløya verbunden. Auf der Insel gibt es sehr schöne Strände mit Blick auf den Atlantik und die Insel Senja im Süden. Einige Kilometer vor Sommarøy fährt eine Autofähre nach Senja.
Neben Sommarøy und Senja gibt es noch viele weitere Inseln nördlich von Kvaløya zu besuchen. Viele sind mit Brücken oder Fähren miteinander verbunden und haben wenige oder keine Einwohner. Für Übernachtungen kann im Sommer ein Zelt genutzt werden. Man sollte ausreichend Nahrung und, je nach Insel, auch ausreichend Wasser dabei haben. Durch die zum Teil starken Winde kann es sehr kalt werden und man sollte man auf gute Kleidung achten. Einige Inseln sind Naturschutzgebiete, die nicht oder nur unter Auflagen betreten werden dürfen. Die Touristeninformation hilft hier weiter.
Im Osten liegt die Lyngen-Halbinsel mit den Lyngenalpen. Sie gelten als die schönsten Berge in Norwegen und sind bei Wintersportlern sehr beliebt. Man kann sie gut mit dem Auto oder dem Bus erreichen.
