National Tourist Route Varanger runs along the Varangerfjord and the coast of the Barents Sea. From sheltered birch forests and marshlands across plains to rugged cliffs and a dramatic lunar landscape, this route offers a contrast-filled journey through scenery characterised by its Arctic climate.

In the Arctic climate zone, the weather is an experience in itself. In summer, Siberian heat may suddenly alternate with icy sea smoke, and violent storms batter the coast in winter. During parts of the year, you may experience all four seasons within a single Arctic day.

Varanger is one of the regions of Northern Europe which is richest in bird life. Fisheries, migration and trade have turned Varanger into a melting pot of peoples and cultures. The proximity to Russia and the Pomor trade, immigration from Finland and the indigenous Sámi traditions have provided this area with an intriguing cultural diversity.

National Tourist Route Varanger runs from Varangerbotn to Hamningberg, over a total distance of 160 kilometres.

When combined with the Hurtigruten coastal steamer and National Tourist Route Havøysund, this route can be included to form one of Norway's most spectacular round trips.



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