Arctic-alpine Botanic Garden

The Arctic-alpine Botanic Garden is a botanical garden in northern Norway displaying plants from cold regions across all continents. These grow among natural rock formations and birch trees in a distinctive landscape at roughly 69 degrees north latitude.

The garden was founded in 1994 and is the world's northernmost botanical garden. Its establishment marked a turning point in scientific study of arctic plant species.

The garden serves as a place to learn about plants from cold regions and how people here understand and interact with nature. Visitors can see how the arctic environment has shaped local life and traditions.

The garden is free to visit year-round and offers clear paths to explore the planted areas. On pleasant days, visitors can find a cafe to warm up and enjoy refreshments.

Many plants here show remarkable survival strategies, such as specialized leaf structures that protect them from extreme cold. These biological adaptations are the result of millions of years of evolution in Earth's harshest climates.

Location: Tromsø Municipality

Inception: 1994

GPS coordinates: 69.67680,18.97630

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:45