Longyearbyen (Urban East Norwegian: [ˈlɔ̀ŋjɛrˌbyːən], [3] locally [ˈlɔ̀ŋjɑrˌbyːən], "Longyear Town") is the world's northernmost settlement with a population greater than 1,000, and the capital and the largest …

Longyearbyen is a three-hour flight from Oslo or a 90-minute flight from Tromsø. Longyearbyen is situated on the island of Spitsbergen, the largest island in the Svalbard archipelago.

Oct 20, 2024 · At 78.13 degrees north, Longyearbyen is the world's northernmost permanently inhabited town. There are settlements farther north, but Longyearbyen is a complete town with shops, …

Longyearbyen is a great jumping-off point for experiencing the humbling power of the Arctic islands. Glaciers, mountains and primitive wildlife are the main attractions here.

Oct 8, 2025 · But what exactly is there to do in this unique place? My husband, Justin, and I spent a few days exploring all over this quirky town before our cruise around Svalbard, so we’ve put together this …

Oct 8, 2025 · Longyearbyen is the tiny, resilient capital of the Svalbard archipelago, perched far north of mainland Norway. It is a place where reindeer wander past colorful houses, glaciers crown the …

Sep 5, 2018 · Longyearbyen is the world’s northernmost city. This is a town where the streets have no names, reindeer wander through town, and there are more snowmobiles than people. If you have …