Where is Lyngenfjord?

Lyngenfjord is a big fjord system east of Tromsø, at around 70 degrees north. It consists of the municipalities Lyngen, Storfjord, Kåfjord, Skjervøy and Nordreisa. Skjervøy and Storslett are small towns in the area, and Lyngseidet, Olderdalen, Skibotn and Hatteng are larger villages.

How do I get to Lyngenfjord?

There is an airport in Sørkjosen (SOJ), near Storslett. This is frequented by the smaller propeller planes of the Widerøe Airline. The nearest larger airport is found in Tromsø (TOS). From here, buses go to various locations in the Lyngenfjord area. Some people also use the Alta Airport (ALF), this is particularly true for travellers to Nordreisa/Storslett. Hurtigruten, the legendary shipping line, calls at Skjervøy. The outer coastal areas, most notably Skjervøy, also have a catamaran connection with Tromsø. For the best tips, consult the Visit Lyngenfjord website.

Where do I stay in Lyngenfjord?

Lyngenfjord has small hotels, small resorts, campsites and simpler accommodation. Visit Lyngenfjord lists it all at their complehensive website.

What season is best for visiting Lyngenfjord?

That all depends on your tastes. The fabulous Midnight Sun period is good for hiking and sightseeing in a wonderful landscape. In the Autumn, the Autumn colours invite to lovely hikes, and the Northern Lights are back with a bang from around mid-September (can be spotted from mid-August). The months around Mid-Winter are prime Northern Lights season, in combination with excursion in the snow. The bright end of Winter is perfect for both sightseeing, skiing and other outdoor activities.

Lyngenfjord is towering mountains, blue fjords and deep forests

Lyngenfjord is towering mountains, fjords and forests. Northern Lights in a dry climate, exhilarating off-piste skiing and a heritage of 3 cultures add to the experience.