Narvik

Located between mountains and fjords, Narvik stands at the convergence of the Ofotfjorden, Rombaken fjord, and Beisfjorden at 6 meters above sea level.

The town gained international attention during World War II when German and Allied forces fought multiple battles in 1940 for control of the iron ore shipping routes.

The region maintains strong connections to Sami traditions, with local communities preserving reindeer husbandry practices and traditional food preparation methods.

The Ofoten railway line connects Narvik to Sweden, while the port handles 16 million tonnes of cargo annually through its natural ice-free harbor conditions.

Visitors can observe both the midnight sun during summer months and northern lights in winter, with Mount Narvikfjellet providing panoramic views of these phenomena.

Location: Narvik Municipality

Inception: 1902

Elevation above the sea: 6 m

GPS coordinates: 68.43828,17.42777

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:47