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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.
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Experinces in Narsarsuaq
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.
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.
Ice cap
The Ice Cap in Greenland is thousands of years old, and its power is overwhelming and breathtaking. Look forward to meeting the largest ice cap in the northern hemisphere.
Kayaking
Kayaking in Greenland is for experienced rowers who enjoy the silent movement in waters with white mountains as a backdrop.
Angling in Greenland
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.
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.
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.
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.
DID YOU KNOW
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Narsarsuaq was an American base in 1941 during World War II and the Korean War – it has a strategic location well concealed between the fells. -
Time turns back some 1,000 years when you step into the reconstructions of Erik the Red’s longhouse and Thodhildur’s Church – Northern Europe’s first church. Both are found in the settlement of Qassiarsuk.
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The region is ideal for hiking, angling and sea kayaking. You can hire mountain bikes and sea kayaks at the local tourist office.
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The plain is formed from material deposited by glacial tongues and meltwater.
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Fearless Icelander Erik the Red first visited Narsarsuaq in 982. Thrilled by the sight of the mild and fertile area, he christened the country Greenland.
FACTS
Gateway to South Greenland
Narsarsuaq is its only name
Founded as an American base in 1941
Settlement and airport
Deep in a South Greenlandic fjord
Hotel og overnatning i Narsarsuaq
In Narsarsuaq, there are several options for accommodation. We have collected some of them here.
Hotel Narsarsuaq
The area around Hotel Narsarsuaq offers a fantastically beautiful nature with opportunities for a wealth of unique experiences in the lush "green Greenland". Erik the Red and his son Leif the Happy found out about 1,000 years ago
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Narsarsuaq Hostel
Narsarsuaq Hostel is a modern hostel with room for a total of 36 people in especially four-bed rooms. There is a large kitchen for self-catering, a large dining and living room. Terrace with barbecue and two separate bathrooms with washing machines.
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Other destinations
Greenland is full of surprises, beautiful landscapes and magnificent experiences. Find your next dream destination below.
Aappilattoq (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.
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.
Iqaluit
Iqaluit is a unique and fascinating destination that offers visitors a glimpse into the rich culture and heritage of the Inuit people. The city is known for its stunning natural beauty, with rugged mountains, glaciers, and icebergs providing a spectacular backdrop to the cityscape
Isortoq
Isortoq is situated just five kilometres from where the Ice Cap has its steep, harsh and dramatic beginnings.
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.
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
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.
Kuummiut
Kuummiut is located on Greenland's east coast and is one of the most attractively located settlements in the country.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ottawa
Ottawa is a stunning destination that combines modern infrastructure, historic architecture, natural beauty and cultural diversity. Come and explore all that this vibrant city has to offer!
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.
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.
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.
Qeqertarsuaq
Qeqertarsuaq is Greenland's largest island, located in Disko Bay. The island is ideal for those who love nature and hiking.
Saattut
Saattut is a small settlement that is situated 26 kilometres northeast of Uummannaq.
Saqqaq
Saqqaq means 'the sunny side’, and this is no coincidence.
Savissivik
Savissivik is among many exciting destinations Air Greenland offers travel to.
Sermiligaaq
The settlement of Sermiligaaq has an attractive location on a peninsula on Greenland's east coast around 100 kilometres north of Tasiilaq.
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.
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.
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.
Upernavik Kujalleq
Upernavik Kujalleq, which was earlier known in Danish as 'Søndre Upernavik', is the southernmost settlement in the archipelago around Upernavik.
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.
Aarhus
Aarhus captures the heart of every visitor with its unique combination of history and modern lifestyle. A beautiful central river, an impressive coastline and cobbled streets give Aarhus a unique energy.
Kuujjuaq
Kuujjuaq is the gem in the Arctic heartland, where the magic of nature and cultural richness combine to create an unforgettable travel experience. This northern Canadian wonderland is not just a destination; it's a journey into the untouched, the authentic and the breathtaking.
Montreal
Montreal is the city pulsating with life, creativity and charm. Take a journey through streets filled with history, architectural gems and a unique cultural atmosphere. Montreal is more than just a destination; it's a kaleidoscope of experiences waiting to be explored.
