Svalbard - Wikipedia
North of mainland Europe, it lies about midway between the northern coast of Norway and the North Pole. The islands of the group range from 74° to 81° north latitude, and from 10° to 35° east longitude.
Welcome to the High Arctic of Svalbard! - Visit Svalbard
Do you want to challenge yourself on an adventure in Svalbard’s majestic wilderness? Or would you prefer a cosy time in the tiny metropole of Longyearbyen? These three travel concepts will make it …
Svalbard | Islands, Map, Geography, History, & Facts | Britannica
Jan 9, 2026 · 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 …
Svalbard tourism guide for first-time visitors - Lonely Planet
Dec 16, 2025 · Plan a trip to Svalbard with this guide's tips on when to go, what to pack, how to stay safe and what it costs.
The Svalbard Islands, Norway – Arctic wilderness, wildlife
Svalbard is a Norwegian archipelago, located midway between the northern coast of Norway and the North Pole. Longyearbyen, situated by Isfjorden on the west coast of Spitsbergen, is the largest …
The Tug of War at the Top of the World - The New York Times
Jan 11, 2026 · For decades, an Arctic archipelago called Svalbard has served as a rare refuge of international cooperation. Those days are over.
Svalbard Travel Guide: How to Visit Norway’s High Arctic Safely and ...
Sep 25, 2025 · With those pillars in place, Svalbard is one of the most accessible Arctic experiences on earth. Curious about when to go, what to pack, how to see glaciers and wildlife responsibly, and what …
Svalbard Travel Guide & Itinerary for First Time Visitors
Sep 11, 2018 · This is a land of glaciers, the northern lights, the midnight sun, and frozen tundra. Svalbard may seem barren, but it is filled with arctic wildlife like reindeer, walrus, and polar bears. If …
About Svalbard | General Information | Hurtigruten Svalbard
Svalbard is a Norwegian archipelago in the Arctic, located approximately half way between mainland Norway and the North Pole, between 74° and 81° North. The archipelago is made up of islands, …
Svalbard in Winter: A Guide to Polar Night in the Arctic
6 days ago · Svalbard in winter offers Polar Night adventures, Arctic wildlife, and insight into daily life in one of the world’s most northerly towns.