Magdalenefjorden

The fjord extends 8 kilometers in length and 5 kilometers in width, flanked by steep mountains rising 600 meters above sea level in northwest Spitsbergen.

William Barents first explored the fjord in 1596, initially naming it Tusk Bay after discovering walrus tusks along its shores.

Gravneset beach contains remains of four blubber processing structures and a cemetery with 130 graves from the 17th and 18th century whaling period.

The fjord accommodates large cruise ships with sufficient space for 180-degree turns, making it accessible for maritime tourism.

The protected graveyard at Gravneset required fencing in 2002 after years of damage from polar bears, foxes, and tourist foot traffic.

Location: Svalbard

GPS coordinates: 79.56500,10.87500

Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:52