2025 Bjornevatn Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in April)

#Bergen to Kirkenes Travel Options a. Coastal Voyage (Hurtigruten or Havila Voyages) • Duration: About 6–7 days northbound • Route: Stops at 34 ports, including Ålesund, Trondheim, Bodø, Tromsø, and Honningsvåg (near Nordkapp) • Scenery: Fjords, Arctic Circle, Lofoten Islands, Northern Lights (winter) or Midnight Sun (summer) • Experience: Known as one of the world’s most beautiful sea voyages, with optional excursions at each stop b. By Air • Duration: 3–5 hours (with layovers, usually in Oslo or Tromsø) • Airlines: SAS, Norwegian Air, Widerøe • Fastest way if you’re short on time c. By Road or Train + Bus • Not practical for the entire route, as there is no continuous train line from Bergen to Kirkenes • You can travel partway by train (e.g., Bergen to Trondheim or Bodø), then switch to buses, flights, or ferries • Great if you enjoy a custom road trip, with lots of stops ⸻ 3. Highlights Along the Way • Geirangerfjord and Trondheim for architecture and fjord views • Bodø and Lofoten Islands for dramatic coastal scenery • Tromsø for Arctic culture, dog sledding, and the Northern Lights • Nordkapp (North Cape), one of Europe’s northernmost points • Kirkenes: Near the Russian border, known for the Snowhotel, king crab safaris, and WWII history ⸻ 4. Kirkenes Overview • Located in Finnmark county, far northeast of Norway • Arctic climate, snowy winters, and 24-hour daylight in summer • Close cultural ties with Russia and Sámi heritage Day 1: Day 2: Day 3: [Must-Visit Attractions] 1. Attraction Name + Highlights 2. Attraction Name + Highlights 3. Attraction Name + Highlights [Must-Try Food] 1. Restaurant + Must-Try Dish 2. Restaurant + Must-Try Dish 3. Restaurant + Must-Try Dish [Accommodation ] Recommended Area for Accommodation Hotel Name Hotel Address [Photo Spots] 1. Photo Spot + Description 2. Photo Spot + Description 3. Photo Spot + Description [Tips]

A tour of red king crab fishing, a specialty of Kirkenes 🦀 I thought we were going to fish for crabs, but instead the guide pulled up the net → took a commemorative photo with the crabs caught → watched them being butchered → moved to a restaurant → ate the steamed crabs 🤣 We didn't catch any crabs ✋🏻 . But the giant red king crabs were so plump and full of meat that they were amazing 🥹 They were so tasty even without any seasoning!!! Delicious!!! I ate too much breakfast and only had 5 legs left, which was a shame😭😭😭 There was one participant who didn't eat, so there was a lot left over and it was such a waste... If I had known, I would have brought a Tupperware container← . . . 📍Snowhotel Kirkenes 📸King Crab Safari 🗺️Kirkenes (Norway) 🕑1.12-4.30 9:30/13:00/17:00 💰2800NOK #trip_aug #Norway #WinterTrip

A tour to hear the stories of the indigenous people called the Sami, who live in Northern Europe and northern Russia. We fed the reindeer, listened to their stories in a tent, and listened to songs that have been passed down for generations. I thought 20,000 yen including dinner was expensive, but it wasn't at all, and even though it was one-on-one, an hour and a half passed in the blink of an eye. For dinner that day, the appetizer was trout tartare, the main course was reindeer steak, and the dessert was panna cotta. Everything was very delicious and I was very satisfied 🤤 Non-guests can also participate, and round-trip transportation from Kirkenes city is included 🚙 . . . 📍Snowhotel Kirkenes 📸Sami experience and dinner 🕑Mon, Tue, Wed 17:30/Thurs, Fri 12:00 💰1500NOK #trip_aug

There are many hotels made of ice, snow hotels, in Northern Europe. This is the snow hotel in Kirkenes, the northern tip of Norway. Those who are staying or have booked a tour can enter for free❄️ As long as the guests are okay, they can enter the rooms🛏️ If you don't have a tour or accommodation reservation, you can freely look around by paying the entrance fee (about 11,000 yen with or without transportation)🙆🏻 There are also many huskies for dog sledding on the premises🤍 You could see the Northern Lights at night. The cabins are also nice, so I'd like to stay there someday. . . . 📍Snowhotel Kirkenes 🗺️Kirkenes (Norway) 🕑9:00-16:00 💰800NOK #trip_aug #Norway #Hotel

#0yentrip SNOWHOTEL☃️ A fantastical room made entirely of ice and snow🏨 Dog sleds and even reindeer🐕🦺 A mere tens of minutes by car will take you to the terrifying Russia🥶 #snowhotelkirkenes #SNOWHOTEL #Kirkenes #Norway #Boattrip #Aurora

#travelanywhere Staying at Snowhotel Kirkenes is a unique Arctic experience that immerses you in the breathtaking beauty of Norway's far north. Nestled amidst snow-covered landscapes, the hotel offers rooms crafted entirely from ice and snow, each with intricate sculptures and a cozy thermal sleeping bag to keep warm. The ambience is otherworldly, with the faint glow of Northern Lights overhead and the silence of the Arctic night. For those seeking adventure, activities like husky sledging and snowmobiling are available, providing a thrilling way to explore the pristine wilderness. It's an unforgettable stay that combines luxury with nature's raw beauty, perfect for travellers seeking a truly magical winter escape.

Went to the Arctic Circle in Norway and witnessed the process of hunting king crabs. Freezing but a totally worthy experience! You get to eat the harvested crabs afterwards as well!

There are several ice and snow hotels in Northern Europe. Dinner is in the on-site restaurant, which has large bear specimens at the entrance, very wild, dinner with soup, main course and dessert, are very tasty. Because some people who dine together will stay overnight to the hotel, so a staff member will introduce you to the things to be aware of when staying at the hotel, and how to sleep with a sleeping bag, which is very interesting. #OverseasTravel #NorwayTravel #冰雪酒店 #snow Hotel #Hilcones #foodie