Jarfjorden

Jarfjorden is a fjord extending about 21 kilometers south from Varangerfjorden and ending at Jarfjordbotn in a westward direction. Steep rocky cliffs and deep waters characterize its shores, with National Road 886 running along the southern side.

The name comes from Northern Sami, Ruovdevuonna, pointing to iron-bearing rock formations in the area. The region served as a home for people whose survival depended on the fjord's natural resources.

The settlements around the fjord are shaped by Norwegian and Sami traditions, with fishing having long determined how people live here. The villages on the shores reflect this maritime heritage and show how generations have worked with the fjord's natural resources.

The easiest way to explore the fjord is to drive along Road 886 on the southern side, where views of the coast unfold from the road. Several small settlements line the shore and offer places to stop and explore.

The geological formations here include some of Norway's oldest rock types, dating back billions of years to Earth's earliest history. These ancient layers hold clues about the planet's deep past.

Location: Sør-Varanger Municipality

Part of: Varangerfjord

GPS coordinates: 69.78690,30.41560

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:42