Nanortalik

It’s no coincidence that Nanortalik means the place of bears. In Greenland’s southernmost town polar bears sometimes pass by on the field ice from East Greenland in the spring. The chance – or risk – of meeting the enormous predator is very small, however.

Here at the mouth of the Tasermiut fjord lives a friendly population of fishermen and hunters in an area which can be warm and fertile during the summer months.

Experiences in Nanortalik

Outdoor activities in a league of their own

Steep peaks and sheer rock faces characterise the area around Tasermiut fjord. The fells tower up to a height of around two kilometres and invite hikers to embark on a fantastic trek. Indeed, climbers from all over the world take up the challenge year after year.

An adventure can be many things: fishing for char, salmon and cod, kayaking or sailing in deep fjords and hiking in the fells are also some of the activities which Nanortalik’s guests indulge in for many hours or even days.

At a more sedate pace and one or two steps back in time you’ll find the museum in Nanortalik, which oozes an atmosphere of the good old days with its umiak boats and peat houses.

Tips and Tricks

Of course there’s a main street in Nanortalik which is the focus of activity in the town. Pop down to the supermarket and visit the local “board”, where fishermen and hunters sell the day’s catch. It’s also on this street that you’ll find the tourist office, which has fishing licences, arts & crafts and souvenirs produced by local artists.

Experiences in Nanortalik

Welcome to the experiences of the other world. Where else can you find snow, ice, mountains, sea and whales close to green plains with potato fields? Go exploring for new exciting experiences right here.

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Greenlandic culture

Meet the Greenlanders on their home turf. Hospitable Greenlanders bid you welcome to their home. Accept an irresistible offer of a kaffemik and good stories.
A Family Swimming In The Uunartoq Hot Springs In South Greenland

Hot springs

On the island of Uunartoq in South Greenland you can enjoy wellness for life in 38-degree hot water. The water comes from three springs which run into a pool made of dammed up stones.
Qassiarsuk & Eriksfjord. Photo Aningaaq R. Carlsen, Visit Greenland

Archeology

They came from the north and they came from the south. A past that stretches back 4,500 years leaves traces that continue to live today in culture, sagas, legends and people.
Climbing At Tasiilaq Fjord. Photo Chris B. Lee, Visit Greenland (1)

Mountaineering

Mountains await as a succession of adventures – both large and small fells that will match your particular skills and equipment.
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Sailing

Embark, disembark, head ashore, then embark once more! But never miss out on the chance to take a sailing trip through the magnificent landscape that’s sure to sweep you off your feet.
Tail Fin Of Humpback Next To Iceberg. Photo Julie Skotte, Visit Greenland (1)

Whale watching

The sea is teeming with whales. As a spectator expect to be at a loss for words when you get close to these giant mammals of the deep.
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Angling

Do rods, spinners and fish in all shapes and sizes have you hooked? Fishing is a pastime that can be enjoyed at any time of the year by people who love the challenge of rivers and lakes.
A Hunter Overlooking The River Valley Of Erfalik In Greenland

Trophy hunting

A trophy from reindeer and musk ox is on many hunters' wish list. And in Greenland, the goal is within short reach; only about five hours journey from Denmark you can get on musk and reindeer hunting.
Group Of Kayakers On Tour Neat Sisimiut. Photo Aningaaq R. Carlsen, Visit Greenland

Kayaking

Kayaking in Greenland is for experienced rowers who enjoy the silent movement in waters with white mountains as a backdrop.
A Hiker Looking Towards Tasiilaq Island In East Greenland

Hiking

It’s a short distance from towns and settlements to open expanses with lakes, fells and the sea. Remember your map and compass or let yourself be guided by an experienced pathfinder.
Looking At Carving Art, Nuuk. Photo Rebecca Gustafsson , Visit Greenland (1)

Museums and art

Paintings, tooth, stone and bone. Greenland’s museums reflect the country’s cultural heritage and disseminate it using modern forms of expression.
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Events

Greenland has always enticed adventurers with the courage to take on unique challenges. A number of annual events involve the country’s nature and culture in close interaction with the local inhabitants.
Cutting Mattak With An Ulu. Photo Lola A. Åkerström, Visit Greenland (1)

Gastronomy

Some of the finest gourmet restaurants are found in Greenland. And the menus are all characterised by local ingredients.
Small Time Giants In A Quarry In Nuuk In Greenland

Music

Greenland’s music comes from the heart, as it always has done since the first rhythms were beaten on a drum. Today’s music carries on these proud traditions.
Kattie From Hotel Narsaq Telling A Guest About A Tupilak Bone Carving From Narsaq In South Greenland

Souvenir shopping

Today’s most outstanding designers are behind innovative creations and are rewriting the history of Greenland. Look, touch and feel.

DID YOU KNOW

A copy of the world’s oldest umiak boat was exhibited at the Viking Museum in 1980.

At a height of 2000 metres and with 1400 unbroken metres, Ketilfjeld is one of the world’s biggest rock faces for climbing.

Local craftsmen create attractive jewellery made from gold that originates from the Nalunaq gold mine, which is located close to Nanortalik.

Enjoy an experience to take your breath away on a sailing trip to Greenland’s southernmost settlement, Aappilattoq. The trip through the narrow fjord, which is surrounded by sheer mountainsides towering up to a height of more than one kilometre, is well worth experiencing.

Flowers In Nanortalik In South Greenland

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Nuuk

Experience Greenlands capital Nuuk. A big city that can't be compared to any other. Here is a vibrant city life that is surrounded by the most beautiful nature.
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Ilulissat

Standing by the fjord and watching the icebergs sail majestically past lifts life up in the first division. Ilulissat's Icefjord is with good reason included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Ilulissat, also called Jakobshavn, is Greenland's third-largest city, and in this paradise of icebergs, breathtaking experiences await you that you will soon forget.
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Sisimiut

Sisimiut is an example of a modern city with a catchment area that to that extent attracts people with a penchant for fresh air and physical challenges.
A Tenderboat From MS Fram Going Past A Fisherman At Work In Upernavik In Greenland

Aapilattoq (Upernavik)

Aappilattoq can be translated as "the red mountain" and is a settlement connected to Upernavik in the northwestern region of Greenland. Due to the milder weather, this means that the water at Aappilattoq is free of ice almost all year round, even in the winter months.
Colourful Houses At Frozen Fjord, Aasiaat. Photo Filip Gielda, Visit Greenland

Aasiaat

Can we tempt you with an archipelago holiday in the "Land of a Thousand Islands"? Then Aasiaat is a good starting point with its position in the southern part of Disko Bay.
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Billund

From Billund, you have access to the beautiful west coast, stretching from Vadehavet and Rømø in the south to Skagen and Grenen in the north
Village Ikerasak. Photo Ella Grødem, Visit Greenland (1)

Ikerasak

Ikerasak is a settlement on an island located south of Uummannaq. Its location offers plenty of fishing and hunting of seal, halibut, catfish, reindeer and musk ox all year round.
Local Drying Cod. Photo Aningaaq Rosing Carlsen Visit Greenland (1)

Isortoq

Isortoq is situated just five kilometres from where the Ice Cap has its steep, harsh and dramatic beginnings.

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Ittoqqortoormiit

A combination of town and wilderness, with a fjord complex that attracts narwhals, walruses, seals and polar bears. Millions of seabirds breed here in this undisturbed region close to the country’s enormous national park.
Kangerlussuaq Church At Snowy Road. Photo Filip Gielda, Visit Greenland (1)

Kangerlussuaq

Kangerlussuaq is much more than a runway. The magnificent countryside stretches out in front of you when you step off the plane. It’s the easiest place to get close to the enormous wall of ice that marks the edge of the Ice Sheet.

Humpback Whale In Midnight Sun. Photo Julie Skotte, Visit Greenland

Kangersuatsiaq

Kangersuatsiaq has an attractive location and is known for its beautiful, well-maintained houses. Hunting and fishing are the primary occupations in this settlement.
Kullorsuaq. Photo Glenn Mattsing, Visit Greenland (1)

Kullorsuaq

Founded in 1928, Kullorsuaq was named after a nearby mountain that resembles a giant thumb. Hunting and fishing are the primary occupations in this settlement.
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Kulusuk

The gateway to East Greenland is Kulusuk, a small settlement in the vicinity of Ammassalik. The population on the small rocky island is made up of hospitable hunters and fishermen that are used to receiving tourists.

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Kuummiut

Kuummiut is located on Greenland's east coast and is one of the most attractively located settlements in the country.
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Copenhagen

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Maniitsoq

Maniitsoq is a paradise for nature-lovers who also like skiing. The town is situated on an island and sprawls over several small islands that are linked by bridges.
Nanortalik Museum Aerial. Photo Peter Lindstrom , Visit Greenland (1)

Nanortalik

Do you love thrills? Nanortalik is a Mecca for mountain climbers, kayakers and hikers who’re willing to take it to the edge. And perhaps there’s a chance to meet polar bears in the wild.

Narsaq Harbour. Photo Aningaaq R. Carlsen, Visit Greenland

Narsaq

At the foot of the mountain Qaqqarsuaq lies Narsaq, a new town on a green plain, which is a good starting point for a tour of South Greenland.
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Narsarsuaq

At a distance of just nine kilometres from the airport you’ll find the Ice Sheet. Go on a trip to the thunderous mass of ice or experience life as a Norse settler at Erik the Red’s longhouse.
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Niaqornat

Niaqornat is located on the north coast of the extensive Nuussuaq peninsula, which separates Disko Bay from Uummannaq Fjord. The population depends on hunting and fishing, and there are numerous different species of animals in the area.
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Nuussuaq (Upernavik)

Nuussuaq was founded in 1923, originally under the name of Kraulshavn, named in honour of the former colonial administrator in Upernavik, H.P. Kraul.
Paamiut Town. Photo Aningaaq R. Carlsen, Visit Greenland

Paamiut

South of Nuuk lies the town of Paamiut, which during the summer can boast an attraction that only a few other towns in Greenland can: a sandy beach with a view of the Ice Sheet.
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Pituffik (Thule)

Pituffik Space Base is an American military base, which means that special rules apply in relation to staying at the base and when in transit.
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Qaanaaq

Qaanaaq is Greenland’s northernmost town and is unlike any other Greenlandic town. It slopes gently down to the sea and features roads that are straight as an arrow with small houses lined up in rows.

Qaarsut Settlement. Photo Aningaaq R Carlsen Visit Greenland (1)

Qaarsut

Go on a visit to an authentic settlement or use Qaarsut as the starting point for adventures in Uummannaq or trips further north. If you’re interested in history and Inuit culture then visit the settlement at Qilakitsoq.
Qaqortoq Football Field With Sunset. Photo Peter Lindstrom , Visit Greenland

Qaqortoq

The main town in South Greenland, the home to young students and tagged “one of Greenland’s most charming and attractive towns”.
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Reykjavik

The volcanic island with hot springs, geysers, glaciers and powerful waterfalls. The city of Reykjavik is full of life day and night.

Village Saattut Near Uummannaq. Photo Ella Grødem, Visit Greenland (1)

Saattut

Saattut is a small settlement that is situated 26 kilometres northeast of Uummannaq.
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Saqqaq

Saqqaq means 'the sunny side’, and this is no coincidence.
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Savissivik

Savissivik is among many exciting destinations Air Greenland offers travel to.
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Sermiligaaq

The settlement of Sermiligaaq has an attractive location on a peninsula on Greenland's east coast around 100 kilometres north of Tasiilaq.
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Siorapaluk

Siorapaluk is the most northerly 'proper' settlement in Greenland – and in the whole world, according to many. Only bases and military facilities have living quarters that are situated further north.

House Lights Illuminating Tasiilaq. Photo Nikolaus Brinkmann , Visit Greenland

Tasiilaq

Tasiilaq is situated on the slope of a fell on the banks of Kong Oscar Fjord surrounded by steep, snow-covered peaks. The town is well worth a visit for this reason alone.
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Tasiusaq (Upernavik)

The northernmost of the two settlements, which is called Tasiusaq, is found 71 kilometres north of Upernavik in the Municipality of Qaasuitsup. Here there's a Pilersuisoq grocery store and even a kiosk, fish factory and a church.
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Tiniteqilaaq

Tiniteqilaaq is one of the five settlements in the area around the island of Ammassalik. The settlement is located on the other side of the Ikasativaq Fjord, north of Ammassalik Island and facing onto Sermilik, which is one of the great ice fjords in East Greenland.
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Upernavik

72 degrees north, narwhals, beluga whales, polar bears, the world’s largest bird cliff and summer sun 24 hours a day. We guarantee you a different type of holiday!

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Upernavik Kujalleq

Upernavik Kujalleq, which was earlier known in Danish as 'Søndre Upernavik', is the southernmost settlement in the archipelago around Upernavik.
Heart Shaped Mountain, Uummannaq. Photo Trevor Traynor, Visit Greenland

Uummannaq

Some people think that Uummannaq is Greenland’s most beautiful location. This of course depends on the eye of the beholder. We bid you welcome to the town at the foot of the heart-shaped mountain.
Sled Dogs On Sea Ice, Uummannaq. Photo Aningaaq R Carlsen Visit Greenland

Qeqertarsuaq

Qeqertarsuaq is Greenland's largest island, located in Disko Bay. The island is ideal for those who love nature and hiking.

A Striped And Colourful House In Upernavik In Greenland

Qasigiannguit

Qasigiannguit, which means 'small spotted seals', is located in Disko Bay, with Ilulissat and Aasiaat as its neighbors. The location of the city is perfect for those who love hiking.

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Aalborg

As the capital of North Jutland, Aalborg offers a unique experience for both young and old. In this small city you can visit museums, historic buildings and world-class architecture. From Aalborg you can drive up to the northern parts of Denmark.

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