One of the main attractions in Kirkenes is the Snowhotel, located about 12 km outside the center.
It’s an easy cycling route, mostly along well-maintained pedestrian and cycle paths. Heading towards the center from the harbor, check out Andersgrotten, which served as a bomb shelter during World War II, with room for 2,500 people. Today, it’s a museum where you can join guided tours to learn more about wartime history. Nearby, on a hill, stands the Liberation Monument, marking Kirkenes as one of the first places in Norway to be liberated after the war. In the city center of Kirkenes, you’ll find cafes, shops, hotels, and the tourist office.
3 km outside the center lies the Varanger Grenselandmuseum, covering themes like industrial development, wartime history, and the daily life of people near the border over time. The last stretch towards the Snowhotel is on gravel, where a large group of huskies will welcome you! The hotel has a beautiful restaurant with an impressive view, and a visit to the ice hotel itself is a must. The hotel is open for overnight stays year-round.
For a longer cycle trip, see Into the land of the Bear.
9:00 AM Arriving in Kirkenes
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