Vardø Municipality, Municipality in Troms og Finnmark, Norway
Description
Vardø Municipality occupies the northeastern section of Norway, encompassing the town of Vardø and surrounding settlements on Vardøya island and the Varanger Peninsula. The region is characterized by sparse settlements, dramatic coastal terrain, and a strategic location near the Russian border.
History
The municipality was established in 1838 through the formannskapsdistrikt legislation, with the town separating from the rural district in 1868. Further territorial adjustments occurred in 1964 as administrative boundaries evolved.
Culture
The Steilneset Memorial marks the 17th-century witch trials, where around 90 people were executed. This striking artistic installation invites reflection on a tragic period in local history.
Practical
The island connects to the mainland via the Vardø Tunnel, while the local airport offers regular flight services. The Hurtigruten coastal ferry also stops here, providing another travel option for those exploring the region.
Did you know?
The GLOBUS radar installations from 1998 track space debris from their position near the Russian border. This advanced technology makes the area an important site for international space monitoring activities.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Norway).
Steilneset Memorial
345 m
Vardøhus Fortress
630 m
Globus II
1 kmSyltefjord
38.3 km
Vardø Lighthouse
3.3 km
Vardø Chapel
396 m
Skallelv Chapel
34.8 kmVardø museum
1.1 km
Ekkerøya
49.1 kmPersfjorden-Syltefjorden
21.8 km
Kiberg bedehuskapell
9.9 kmBarvikmyran og Blodskytodden
8.4 km
Smelror kapell
4.5 km
Hornøya og Reinøya
3.1 km
Ytre Syltevika
30.1 kmKomagværstranda
28.4 kmOksevatnet
6.3 kmKallilahti
36.8 kmStorelvosen
46.8 kmMakkaurhalvøya
42.4 kmTavla
34.4 kmKlokkerhøgda
5.1 kmSkallelvporten
38.5 kmRusefossen
35.9 kmFalkgårdfossen
40.7 kmSandfjordneset
24.9 kmKomagfloget
25.1 kmSpelemannshammaren
49.2 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes