Svalbard and Jan Mayen
Svalbard og Jan Mayen
Northern Europe · SJM
Editorial Snapshot
Why Go To Svalbard and Jan Mayen
Svalbard is a true Arctic destination built around ice, wildlife, and polar light rather than conventional sightseeing. Trips usually center on Longyearbyen with guided excursions, either in summer for midnight sun or in late winter for polar night experiences.
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Things To See
- Longyearbyen
- Isfjorden
- Pyramiden
- Barentsburg
- Nordenskiold Glacier
- Svalbard Global Seed Vault
Best Months
Best Months For Winter Travel
Know Before You Go
- Lodging and tours are limited and expensive, so book far ahead for peak seasons.
- Outside town limits, travel requires guides due to wildlife and safety regulations.
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Quick Facts
- Capital
- Longyearbyen
- Population
- 2,530
- Area
- 61,399 km²
- Region
- Northern Europe
Languages
- Norwegian
Currency
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1 USD = 9.27 NOK
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These weather averages are based on data for Longyearbyen (78.22°N, 15.63°E).
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