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Norway - the ultimate nature-based cruise destination

TROMSØ

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Tromsø Cruise Port

Arctic Adventures Powered by Nature

Tromsø is the capital of Norway’s high north and home to 70,000 lively inhabitants living on the edge of the Arctic in a spectacular setting between islands, picturesque fjords and dramatic mountain peaks. Situated at 69 degrees north, only 2000 km from the North Pole, visitors are amazed to learn that our city has hotels of international standard, busy cafés, restaurants serving world-class seafood, an active cultural life, captivating museums and art galleries. Tromsø is a city with an adventurous history, dating back to the 19th century when it was the starting point for Arctic hunting and expeditions to the North Pole. Tromsø is known as the Gateway to the Arctic and is today a centre for educational and research institutes, including the world’s northernmost university. Today, Tromsø is a centre for Arctic knowledge and science, and functions as a natural arena and meeting point in the Arctic. Tromsø - where your arctic adventure begins!

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Harbor Map

Port information via Barentswatch.no Google Maps

Attractions & Excursions

ACTIVE STAY IN TROMSØ

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ACTIVE STAY IN TROMSØ

Tromsø is the activity capital of Norway and a wide range of activities for individuals and groups are offered all year round.

Summer Activities

Photo:Baard Loeken_www.nordnorge.com_Tromsoe

Summer Activities

The Arctic light at summertime makes most activities possible both at day and night time.

Winter Activities

Photo:© Tromsø Wilderness Centre

Winter Activities

Tromsø with its exhilarating, safe and well planned activities take you into the Arctic winter landscapes.

The Arctic Cathedral

Photo:Bård Løken

The Arctic Cathedral

The Arctic Cathedral is the iconic symbol of Tromsø inspired by Arctic nature. A wall with glass mosaic “The Return of Christ” dominates the interior. To top the experience an evocative concert in the Cathedral is recommended. Concerts can be booked all year round at preferred times. A captured moment!

Tromsø Lutheran Cathedral

Photo:© Tromsø Domkirke

Tromsø Lutheran Cathedral

Wooden church dating from 1861 The world's northernmost Protestant cathedral from 1861 is Norway's only wooden cathedral. During the summer varied concerts are held at daytime every Monday-Friday.

Polaria – Arctic experience centre

Photo: © Polaria

Polaria – Arctic experience centre

Arctic experience centre with knowledge and fascination. Enjoy an arctic walk and aquariums with fish and bearded seals. A five screen theatre showing two different films. Polaria is housed in a very distinctive building that represents ice floes that have been pressed up on land by the rough seas of the Arctic.

ACTIVE STAY IN TROMSØ

Photo: © Sørøya Havfiskecruise

ACTIVE STAY IN TROMSØ

Tromsø is the activity capital of Norway and a wide range of activities for individuals and groups are offered all year round.

Summer Activities

Photo:Baard Loeken_www.nordnorge.com_Tromsoe

Summer Activities

The Arctic light at summertime makes most activities possible both at day and night time.

Winter Activities

Photo:© Tromsø Wilderness Centre

Winter Activities

Tromsø with its exhilarating, safe and well planned activities take you into the Arctic winter landscapes.

The Arctic Cathedral

Photo:Bård Løken

The Arctic Cathedral

The Arctic Cathedral is the iconic symbol of Tromsø inspired by Arctic nature. A wall with glass mosaic “The Return of Christ” dominates the interior. To top the experience an evocative concert in the Cathedral is recommended. Concerts can be booked all year round at preferred times. A captured moment!

Tromsø Lutheran Cathedral

Photo:© Tromsø Domkirke

Tromsø Lutheran Cathedral

Wooden church dating from 1861 The world's northernmost Protestant cathedral from 1861 is Norway's only wooden cathedral. During the summer varied concerts are held at daytime every Monday-Friday.

Polaria – Arctic experience centre

Photo: © Polaria

Polaria – Arctic experience centre

Arctic experience centre with knowledge and fascination. Enjoy an arctic walk and aquariums with fish and bearded seals. A five screen theatre showing two different films. Polaria is housed in a very distinctive building that represents ice floes that have been pressed up on land by the rough seas of the Arctic.

The Science Centre of Northern Norway

Photo:Nord-Norsk Vitensenter

The Science Centre of Northern Norway

Experiment, have fun and learn about regional and universal phenomena on more than 80 interactive installations suitable for all ages. Experience the spectacular Northern Lights in Norway’s largest 360º fully digitalized planetarium. “Experience the Aurora” is a planetarium movie in which a lot of the Northern Lights footage is from the Tromsø region.

The Cable Car

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The Cable Car

Take the cable car up to Mount Storsteinen (421 m) for a fantastic view over Tromsø, the surrounding waterways and mountains. Excellent starting point for mountain walks.

Tromsø Wilderness Centre

Photo:© Tromsø Wilderness Centre

Tromsø Wilderness Centre

Experience North Norwegian nature at its best with adventures at all levels for all kind of people. Tromsø Villmarksenter is one of the biggest adventure companies in Norway. Everyone enjoys a visit to the dog farm, cuddle with puppies or a hike with one of the 300 friendly Alaskan huskies.

Mack Brewery, Ølhallen

Photo:© Ølhallen

Mack Brewery, Ølhallen

Enjoy a guided tour of the old beer cellars and the microbrewery, combining over 130 years of history, a film and a taste of beer in the northernmost brewery in the world. Ølhallen is Tromsø oldest pub dating back to 1928. With 67 different beers on tap you can enjoy Macks own portfolio or make your way through a wide range of quality beers from Norwegian Microbreweries.

Tromsø University Museum

Photo:© June Åsheim, Tromsø University Museum

Tromsø University Museum

Northern Norway’s most comprehensive museum presents in-depth knowledge about the people of the Arctic and their history as well as the Northern Lights. This is a comprehensive university museum with Sami culture, northern lights, archaeology and Arctic biology. Suitable for children!

Polar Museum

Photo:© Polar Museum

Polar Museum

The Polar Museum is one of Norway's top ten museums (Trip Advisor 2013) with exciting information about Arctic hunting and Polar explorers. Tromsø was the centre of seal hunting in North Norway, and the town was established as the “Gateway to the Arctic” in the late 1800s.

MS Polstjerna - Seal Hunting Vessel

Photo:© Bård Løken

MS Polstjerna - Seal Hunting Vessel

Seal hunting vessel museum. The boat, built in 1949, is by far the best preserved vessel that has taken part in seal hunting. The entire interior fittings above and below deck are original. The vessel appears extremely authentic, with the original sailing rig, the small hunting boats, tools and equipment still in place.

Tromsø Defence Museum

Photo:© Tromsø Defence Museum

Tromsø Defence Museum

The story of ”Tirpitz”, the German battleship sunk by the Allies, on November 12 in 1944 near Tromsø, told through exhibits in a World War II bunker.

The Art Museum of Northern Norway

Photo:Nord-Norsk Kunstmuseum

The Art Museum of Northern Norway

Art about and from Northern Norway, from early 19th century to the present are displayed. In addition there are national art history and temporary exhibits. Northern Norway Art Museum was established in 1985 as an independent foundation financed by the Government. In 1988 the museum opened to the public in rented premises.

BLÅST – the world’s northernmost glass blowing studio!

Photo:© Blåst

BLÅST – the world’s northernmost glass blowing studio!

BLÅST is an open workshop where you can get a demonstration of how glass is made. Like magic, glass is formed into fantastic products that make great gifts. Since the opening in 2002 Blåst Glass Blowing studio has become a natural stop for roundtrips in Tromsø.

Arctic Alpine Botanical Garden

Photo:© Arctic Alpine Botanical Garden

Arctic Alpine Botanical Garden

The world’s northernmost botanic garden with Arctic, Antarctic and Alpine plants from all continents is ranked among the top five botanical gardens in the world by BBC’s garden expert Monty Don. Our Arctic collection forms a centre around the tallest hill. Himalaya and South America are also large ones.

Tromsø City Walk

Photo: Bård Løken

Tromsø City Walk

A must do activity loaded with tips that will enhance the Tromsø experience! You will leave Tromsø with a better understanding of the history, culture and lifestyle of our chilly slice of paradise.

Sommarøy

Photo:Tromso Individuell

Sommarøy

With beaches reminiscent of the Riviera, fantastic views and vibrant fishing villages, Sommarøy is a beautiful destination for a scenic tour from Tromsø.

Reindeer experiences

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Reindeer experiences

Enjoy an unforgettable experience of reindeer sledding, feeding and lasso throwing. All this combined with Sami culture, food, storytelling and joik.

Northern Light Tours

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Northern Light Tours

Tromsø has a variety of options for how to be captures by the magic Northern Light. Private tours, snowmobile tours, dog sledding tours, tours by plane, tours on the beach, or to have an ice bath under the northern light. In addition photo work-shops are available.

Walking with snowshoeing

Photo: Tromsø outdoor

Walking with snowshoeing

Snowshoeing or skies is essential to walk on snow. In the Tromsø region both beginners and experienced can walk with snowshoeing.

Skiing in Arctic Norway

Photo:© Tromsø Outdoor

Skiing in Arctic Norway

Tromsø has several options for both beginners and experienced who wants to enjoy a tour either cross country or alpine skies.

Fishing trips

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Fishing trips

Many people feel that a boat tour is a natural part of visiting Tromsø. We have a number of different boats with character, history and charm. There are fishing possibilities on most of the boats, and possibilities for lunch and/or dinner. Nice spots to visit by boat are Hella and Rystraumen where you are almost sure to catch fish.

Glacier trips

Photo:© Tromsø Wilderness Centre

Glacier trips

Amazing Glacier trips in the beautiful Lyngen Alps or in the Tromsø area. Authorised guides will lead the guests safely in surroundings of ice and snow. The technical level of the trip can be adapted to the experience and condition of the participants.

Mountaineering

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Mountaineering

Have you ever wished to see the sun that never sets? How about gazing at majestic scenery of mountains and fjords from an easy summit viewpoint? Up here you can have both. Come and take a walk with us in the light of the Arctic summer night and experience nature a little bit closer. Wilderness is just around the corner!

Port Facilities

Open

ISPS approved Yes

Designated quays for cruise ships Yes

Pilot Channel 13

Tidal movement 1.8 m

Ship tenders allowed Yes

Ships stay minimum/maximum No limitation

Maximum number of ships per day in port 5 at the same time (only 2 over 300 m length)

Maximum number of passengers per day in port Approx. 5000 passengers at the same time

Environmental limitations/restrictions

Other Ice free all year

Maximum Ship Dimensions

Length Prostneset FO07 - 225 m Prostneset FO08 - 135 m Breivika FO21 - total length of quay 21-24: 410 m Breivika FO24 - total length of quay 21-24: 410 m Breivika FO25 - 300 m (quay length 150 m)

Draft Prostneset FO07 - 8 m Prostneset FO08 - 9 m Breivika FO21 - 10.8 m Breivika FO24 - 11 m Breivika FO25 - 11 m

Air draft Sandnessund Bridge 41,0 m - if sailing from north to the city center (Prostneset).

Beam Unlimited

Anchorage

Available Yes

Pontoons YES, available upon request

Tugboat Yes

Port Services

Bunkers YES, by boat/truck

Supplies Yes

Waste handling Yes

Fresh water Yes

Waste water method Truck

Other The Port of Tromsø has a range of other port services

Are the port facilities according to Cruise Norway's quality guidelines? Yes

Port

Port of Tromsø

Phone +47 77 66 18 50

Email adm@tromso.havn.no

Contact person Harriet Willassen

Phone

E-mail

Mailing Address P.O. Box 392, N-9254 Tromsø

Visiting Address Kirkegt. 1, 9008 Tromsø

Port control

Phone

E-mail

VHF

Charts Norwegian chart no 466

Web site tromso.havn.no

Emergency channel (VHF) Channel 16

Medical Emergency Phone 113

Pilot channel (VHF) Channel 13

Distance to nearest pilot station

Buses Yes

Taxi Yes

Shopping Yes 4 km Breivika

Tax refund Yes

Emergency Tromsø University Hospital

Distances - airport 4 km from both city centre and Breivika

Distance to city centre 4 km from Breivika

Attractions/excursions: All close to the city centre or a few kilometres from the port.

Visit Tromsø

Mailing Address POB. 311, NO-9253 Tromsø

Visiting Address Kirkegt. 2, 9008 Tromsø

Phone +47 77 61 00 00

Email info@visittromso.no

Web site visittromso.no

Contact person

Phone

E-mail

Address

CRUISE NORWAY AS, Vestre Torggate 1, 5015 Bergen, Norway

Phone

+47 55 31 80 21

Phone

post@cruise-norway.no

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