Svalbard (/ ˈ s v ɑː l b ɑːr (d)/ SVAHL-bar(d), [4] Urban East Norwegian: [ˈsvɑ̂ːɫbɑr]), previously known as Spitsbergen or Spitzbergen, is a Norwegian archipelago that lies at the convergence of the Arctic Ocean with the Atlantic Ocean.

Apr 12, 2019 · Impress your friends and family with these incredible facts about the Arctic archipelago of Svalbard. Located on a latitude of between 74° to 82° north, Svalbard is the very definition of remote. Top of so many people's bucket lists, Svalbard is the home of the world's northernmost… well, pretty much anything.

Feb 28, 2025 · Svalbard, archipelago, part of Norway, located in the Arctic Ocean well north of the Arctic Circle. The islands lie between longitude 10° and 35° E and latitude 74° and 81° N, about 580 miles (930 km) north of Tromsø, Norway.

Experience the Svalbard at it's greatest! Be it an adventurous full-day trip in Svalbard's nature or overnight trips suited for experienced polar explorers or those looking for a cozy cabin trip.

A short flight from Norway's main land, takes you to the mighty and arctic landscape at the Svalbard Islands. Explore raw wilderness adventures, the unique animal life, and eat and live well in the lively city of Longyearbyen.

Explore the varied, pristine landscape of Svalbard on foot, skis, or snowmobile … Chances are you’ll make a new four-legged best friend. Many operators offer daytrips. One green option is to try Hurtigruten's silent, hybrid-driven catamaran.

Jul 13, 2024 · Between Norway and the North Pole, Svalbard is a land of extreme climate, glaciers and polar bears. Here's what you need to know for a first-time visit.

Sep 11, 2018 · How to plan a trip to Svalbard: how to get here, best things to do in Svalbard, where to stay, itinerary, and how to see a polar bear.

1 day ago · Thank you very much for your reply! Our initial plan was 2 nights in Svalbard, 2 nights in Reine, 2 nights in Svolvaer. Depending on logistics, can add more - we are not really constrained by time or budget, but like to travel very fast (love long drives and enjoy airports :) However, given very infrequent LYR-TOS service in July, …

1 day ago · A view of the Esmarkbreen glacier on Spitsbergen island, part of the Svalbard archipelago in northern Norway, September 24, 2020. Picture taken with a drone on September 24, 2020.