Tanafjord

Tanafjord is a fjord in Finnmark that extends from Smalfjord village to the Barents Sea, with a width between 8 and 12 kilometers. The waterway is framed by steep coastal cliffs and several side fjords branch from the main channel.

Norse and Sami communities established settlements along the fjord shores during medieval times and created a network of fishing and trading posts. This early pattern of habitation continues to influence the region's development.

The fjord's name exists in Norwegian, Northern Sami, and Kven languages, each reflecting the different communities that have called these shores home for centuries.

The fjord is accessible via Norwegian County Roads 98 and 890, with services centered in Vestertana and Austertana villages. Visitors should prepare for changing weather and check local road conditions before traveling.

Three side fjords branch from the main waterway: Hopsfjorden, Langfjorden, and Gulgofjorden, each leading to separate coastal communities. These hidden channels offer visitors access to remote villages that are most easily reached by water.

Location: Gamvik Municipality

Location: Berlevåg Municipality

Location: Tana Municipality

Part of: Barents Sea

GPS coordinates: 70.78002,28.45049

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:41