The Northern Lights

Experience the starry, limitless sky, and the unbelievable colors that move across the arctic sky.

The Northern Lights, also known as the Aurora Borealis, is a natural phenomenon that can be seen in the night sky in the polar regions of the earth. In Narvik, located in the northern latitudes just north of the Arctic Circle, the Northern Lights can be seen during the long polar nights when the sky is clear.

The Northern Lights are known for their beautiful, vibrant colors and the way they seem to move and dance across the sky. They are caused by the interaction of solar particles with the earth’s magnetic field, which results in the emission of light. The colors of the Northern Lights vary, but they are typically shades of green, yellow, red, and blue.

The Narvik region offers excellent opportunities to see the Northern

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©Jan Arne Pettersen Lights, thanks to its surrounding scenery and clear skies. Watching the Northern Lights from the coast, where the contrasts and colors are constantly changing, is a particularly magical experience. To increase your chances of seeing the Northern Lights, it is recommended to go with a professional guide who knows the best places to look for them. They are experienced in spotting the Northern Lights and can help you experience this incredible

NORTHERN LIGHTS CABLE CAR Give your northern light hunt an extra dimension of views and excitement. The cable car takes you up the mountain to the Mountain Restaurant 656 meters above sea level. You continue the hunt on your own, either outdoors under the open sky, or inside by one of the large panoramic windows. When the sky is clear and the winter night cold, Narvikfjellet is the perfect starting point to catch a glimpse of the magical light phenomenon!

NORTHERN LIGHT EXPRESS The Northern Light Express is a train journey that allows visitors to experience the beauty of the Aurora Borealis while traveling on Norway’s northernmost railway. The train departs from Narvik Station and travels along the Ofoten line, with guides sharing stories and information about the Northern Lights. Passengers have the opportunity to chase the Northern Lights on foot at Katterat station. The Northern Light Express is a comfortable and convenient way to see the Aurora Borealis and enjoy the Arctic landscape. natural phenomenon. The Narvik region is a true paradise for nature photographers, with its stunning Northern Lights, steep mountains, and fjords teeming with life. Håkvik

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HOW TO PHOTOGRAPH THE NORTHERN LIGHTS To photograph the Northern Lights, use the widest aperture on your lens and adjust the ISO to a range from 3200 to 6400. Set the shutter speed to between 1-15 seconds and adjust the white balance to 3500k to accurately capture the colors of the Northern Lights. Focus manually on a distant light and use a shutter delay of 2 seconds to avoid camera shake. Check the histogram to ensure correct exposure and use a bipod to stabilize the camera. With these tips, you can capture stunning photos of the Northern Lights.

NORTHERN LIGHTS ALERT From late September until midApril you can experience the Northern Lights in the region.

Install the NorwayLights app and get access to a 3 day northern light forecast that helps you find the best time and place to see the northern lights.