Batsfjord, Norway

The fishing town of Batsfjord is in Finnmark, the northernmost province of Norway, on the edge of the frigid Barents Sea. While the sea batters much of the rocky coast, the town of Batsfjord is sheltered from the worst of the elements and comfortably accommodates Arctic travelers. During the summer, visitors often visit the abandoned fishing village of Hamningsberg with its well-preserved 19th century buildings, or take a hike to see the world’s northern-most gannet colony. The streams and rivers of the area also offer many excellent opportunities for fishing, with the Syltefjord river in particular being rich with salmon.

Language: Norwegian     Currency: Norwegian Krone (NOK)