Overview
Hammerfest claims to be the northernmost town in the world, with over 9,000 inhabitants sitting at a latitude above 70° N. The town is one of the capitals of Sami culture, offering a gateway to Arctic experiences without the extreme isolation of Svalbard.
Architecture · Day Trips · Festivals · History · Museums
Before you go
Culture
Hammerfest is one of the capitals of Sami culture, Norway’s indigenous people. Reindeer are a common sight even within town during summer migration.
Language
Norwegian (Bokmål) is the primary language. Sami languages are also spoken in the region.
Transport
Troms fylkestrafikk operates local and regional buses. The town is compact enough to explore on foot.
Weather
Extreme northern latitude means midnight sun in summer and polar night in winter. Temperatures range from 10-15°C in summer to well below freezing in winter.