Wordie Glacier

Wordie Glacier is a large ice mass in Northeast Greenland that branches into multiple sections including Vibeke Glacier and Iris Glacier as it flows westward. The glacier system dominates the landscape in this remote polar region, creating an expansive frozen terrain characteristic of Arctic Greenland.

The glacier was named in 1926 after Scottish polar explorer James Wordie, who participated in Arctic research expeditions. This naming recognized his contributions to understanding these remote polar regions during the early era of Arctic exploration.

Scientific research teams conduct extensive studies on ice dynamics and climate patterns, contributing to understanding environmental changes in polar regions.

Visitors need specialized Arctic equipment and must plan carefully, as the glacier sits in one of the world's most remote locations. Travel here is demanding and requires experienced guides familiar with the extreme conditions of this polar environment.

The glacier system contains several nunataks, which are mountain peaks rising above the ice surface such as Faraway How and C. H. Ostenfeld Nunatak, creating distinctive landmarks in the frozen landscape. These rocky islands embedded in the ice reveal the power of glacial movement and provide visual reference points across the otherwise uniform white terrain.

Location: Northeast Greenland National Park

GPS coordinates: 74.25000,-23.08333

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:07