Discover the many layers of life in Kirkenes, from WWII and Cold War history to reindeer herding traditions and ice fishing culture. Our small-group experiences connect historical sites with authentic local encounters in the borderland of Norway, Russia and Finland.
Step into Arctic nature and walk right up to the Russian border: Join Norway’s only guided snowshoe hike to the official border markers between Norway and Russia.
Explore the Russian border in Kirkenes on a personal minivan tour. Visit Cold War sites, Storskog border crossing & hear real spy stories from WWII to today.
Try Arctic ice fishing on one of Norway’s most extraordinary lakes — a border lake where one-third lies in Norway and two-thirds in Russia. An exciting 4-hour winter trip near Kirkenes.
Meet reindeer during a personal home visit with a local family in Kirkenes. Feed and walk with them, learn about reindeer herding traditions, and possibly try reindeer sledding.
Snowshoe hike along the Arctic coastline near Kirkenes to a hidden World War II torpedo battery. Enjoy breathtaking views, learn about history and step inside a historic bunker carved into the cliffs.
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