Hamningberg: The Rocky Road to the End of Europe
About the Tour
Join me on a drive through the awe-inspiring arctic landscape in the northeast of Norway. From the modern city of Vardø, along the rocky, scenic road by the coastline of the Barents Sea, to the abandoned fishing village of Hamningberg.
You'll hear about the stories of the past, and discover the flora and fauna of the present. It will be a drive to remember!
Tour Producer
Stormposten Lars Engerengen
In the northern reaches of Europe, amidst the crisp air and breathtaking landscapes, resides an Arctic storyteller whose words weave magic into the frozen silence. Meet Lars Engerengen, a passionate narrator of the Arctic wilderness, a voice that carries the echoes of history and the whispers of untamed nature.
Living beneath the shimmering Northern Lights and the endless glow of the Midnight Sun, Lars discovered his fascination for the Arctic’s lore in childhood. Nights spent listening to age-old tales by the fireside sparked a curiosity that would shape his life’s journey. That spark grew into a flame as he ventured across icy tundras, sailed through fjords, and trekked along snow-laden paths, collecting stories etched into the land and its people.
His storytelling is more than words—it is an immersive experience. With a voice that soothes and inspires, Lars transports listeners to remote landscapes where ancient myths meet modern realities. Through his narratives, one feels the biting wind, hears the crunch of snow underfoot, and senses the resilience of those who carved out life in this harsh yet beautiful region.
Lars doesn't tell you everything, but he tells you enough to pique your curiosity. Enough to make you want to learn more. Enough to make you want to stay a while longer.
Join Lars on a journey beyond the ordinary—a voyage into the soul of the Arctic. Each tale is an invitation to explore a world where nature reigns supreme, and history lingers in every frozen breath. Step into the story, and let the Arctic speak through him.
Preview Location
Location 16
Segelkollen - Photo Stop
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Major Landmarks
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Vardo
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Vardø church
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Svartnes
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Persfjorden
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Hamningberg
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Hamningberg chapel
Getting There
Route Overview
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Start locationSøndre Langgate 1, 9950 Vardø, Norway -
Total distance44km -
Final locationFv341 16-123, 9990 Båtsfjord, Norway -
Distance back to start location26km
Directions to Starting Point
The tour begins in front of the church in the center of Vardø.
Tips
Places to stop along the way
Beaches, The stone chapel at Smelror, Partisan memorial monument by Segelkollen, Colin Archer Monument and Hamningberg.
Best time of day
You can do this trip all day, between May - October. However, why not try it late at night, in the period of the midnite sun.
Precautions
The road is good, but there is only one lane, so please drive carefully.
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