Summer in Kirkenes brings green valleys, clear waters, and endless daylight of the midnight sun. It’s the perfect season for hiking, e-fatbiking, and exploring the unique borderland between Norway, Russia and Finland.
Summer in Kirkenes is all about hiking through untouched Arctic landscapes and exploring the unique Norwegian–Russian border region. Our bestselling summer tours combine scenic hikes with powerful stories of the Russian border, the unique history of Kirkenes, and life in the European Arctic.
Journey into the Arctic forest for an evening of traditional sauna, fire-grilled reindeer sausages, and long summer light.
Experience the Arctic’s Midnight Sun on two wheels. Ride electric fatbikes through forest trails during the endless daylight — a defining Arctic phenomenon that makes this region unique.
Step into untouched Arctic nature and hike right up to official border markers of the Norwegian-Russian border near Kirkenes.
Step into the shadowy world of Arctic espionage at the very edge of NATO. Discover how Kirkenese, a small border town, became a hotspot of spies, secrets, and Cold War intrigue.
Explore the Arctic summer in Kirkenes on two wheels and electric support. Ride electric fatbikes through colorful forests trails, passing lakes and scenic viewpoints.
Learn about Cold War stories, the Russian border, WWII history, and the fascinating cultures that shaped this remote region. These guided tours blend storytelling with stunning landscapes.
Experiencing the Midnight Sun in summer is the seasonal equivalent of a Northern Lights tour in winter, a defining Arctic phenomenon that makes this region unique. These tours are perfect for photographers, nature lovers, and anyone who wants to feel the magic of nighttime daylight in Northern Norway.
Reach the third highest peak in Sør-Varanger and enjoy wide Arctic views over fjords and coastline. A demanding and rewarding summit hike close to Kirkenes.
Experience the Arctic’s Midnight Sun on two wheels. Ride electric fatbikes through forest trails during the endless daylight — a defining Arctic phenomenon that makes this region unique.
Escape to our remote Namdalen Wilderness Lodge for a day of hiking, scenic boat rides, reindeer hot dogs, and traditional wood fired sauna.
Explore Kirkenes by foot or on electric fatbikes. From panoramic hikes to relaxed rides through forest trails, these tours are ideal for active travelers who want to see more of Kirkenes beyond the town.
Follow a scenic trail to a hidden World War II torpedo battery on the edge of the Barents Sea. Discover Arctic nature and Second World War history on this quiet, yet powerful hike near Kirkenes.
A scenic coastal hike to Bøkfjord Lighthouse, Norway's last manned lighthouse station, with panoramic views over the Barents Sea.
Reach the third highest peak in Sør-Varanger and enjoy wide Arctic views over fjords and coastline. A demanding and rewarding summit hike close to Kirkenes.
Experience the Arctic’s Midnight Sun on two wheels. Ride electric fatbikes through forest trails during the endless daylight — a defining Arctic phenomenon that makes this region unique.
Step into untouched Arctic nature and hike right up to official border markers of the Norwegian-Russian border near Kirkenes.
Hike along the Norwegian–Russian border to the historic Boris Gleb Church, one of the key landmarks that shaped the border between the two countries.
Explore the Arctic summer in Kirkenes on two wheels and electric support. Ride electric fatbikes through colorful forests trails, passing lakes and scenic viewpoints.
Drive your own dog sled through Arctic wilderness with a chance of seeing the Northern Lights. A private, hands-on dog sledding experience in the dark-sky Pasvik Valley.
Drive your own dog sled through the untouched wilderness of the Pasvik Valley. A rare, hands-on Arctic experience in close collaboration with a local dog-mushing couple.
Want something special? We create personal Arctic experiences for your stay in Kirkenes tailored to your time, interests, and energy — just for you.
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