The Hammerfest region is the perfect starting point for an active holiday with great nature and cultural experiences. The sky and nature transform into beautiful colours, the nights get darker, and the northern lights dance in the sky. This is a time of year that can only be described in one word - unforgettable. Head north and let the Hammerfest region show you what real arctic autumn means.

Explore Hammerfest city

When autumn arrives, Hammerfest wraps itself in a blanket of fiery orange, red and golden hues. Experience fantastic views of the coastal landscape and the beauty of autumn, on one of the many hiking trails the city has to offer. In autumn, you can also hunt for the northern lights and witness it dance across the night sky. Hammerfest is more than just beautiful nature and Arctic experiences - it is also a vibrant city with a rich and diverse city life. Stroll through the charming streets of the city center and explore the restaurants and shops. For example, you can enjoy a hot cup of coffee at Sweet Fantasy while taking in the city life or find unique souvenirs to preserve the memories of the city. Hammerfest in autumn is an experience that will warm your heart, even when the temperature drops. Read more about what you can experience in Hammerfest.

Experience Kokelv

Kokelv is a village inner most in the fjord Revsbotn, at the mouth of the Kokelva and Russelva rivers. There you can embark on outdoor adventures surrounded by stunning nature. Due to low light pollution, there are good opportunities to see the Northern Lights dancing across the sky in autumn in Kokelv. In the village you can also explore Kokelv church and the Sea Sami culture at the Coastal Sámi Museum.

In Kokelv you can experience unique accommodation options all year round at Aurora and Midnight Sun Glamping. They offer a perfect mix of immersive experiences and comfort in both a cabin, gamme or a Dome. There you can enjoy yourself among the idyllic landscape consisting of river, fjord and mountains.

Take the trip to Olderfjord

Olderfjord is a village at the end of the Olderfjorden in Porsanger. It is a fantastic place for day trips, excursions and fishing. Like Kokelv, there are also good opportunities to see the northern lights in autumn in Olderfjord.

Olderfjord Turistsenter offers accommodation in both B&B rooms, apartments and cabins. There you will also find a campsite with a view to the sea and a souvenir shop. Olderfjord Lodge also offers a modern and comfortable cabin, which can accommodate 6 overnight guests. The cabin is located in beautiful surroundings with a view of the Olderfjordelva, woodlands and mountains.

Drive the Norwegian Scenic Route

Only 2 kilometers from Kokelv, the adventure starts on a Norwegian Scenic Route. The tourist route stretches 70 kilometers north towards Havøysund, and it takes about 1 hour by car. During the journey, you will experience blue waves on one side of the road and yellow heather on the other. This is an unforgettable drive along the coast of Finnmark.

Berry trip

Autumn is the perfect time of year to pick berries. The islands of Sørøya, Seiland, Rolvsøya and Ingøya in the Hammerfest region are ideal for berry trips. When the berries are ripe varies from year to year, and depends on how hot the summer has been. Blueberries and mulberries are usually at their best already at the end of summer and early autumn, while lingonberries ripen throughout autumn and can be picked right up until the snow covers them. This is a golden opportunity to enjoy fantastic Arctic nature, and even get a taste of it.