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See. Norwegian-Russian border↗ Hike the public trails along the heavily monitored 198km-long border separating Norway and Russia. E75 Drive this road for an Arctic wilderness experience, further east than any other in Western Europe. Nesseby Church Spot this white-spired structure on the shoreline along the E75 for a poignant view.

Eat. Shanghai A Chinese restaurant in Kirkenes, known for its spacious decor and steamed king crab.

Stay. Kirkenes Snow Hotel Stay in this unique hotel open from December to early April, offering various activities. Thon Hotel Opened in 2010, this hotel is located directly along the waterfront.

AfarSep 25, 2026

This 16-Day Nordic Trip Includes a Night in a Glass Igloo

From reindeer encounters to the hometown of Santa Claus, this journey through Norway and Finland travels by train, ship, and bus.

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BBC TravelAug 22

What it's like to hike the Arctic's most closely monitored border

A series of scenic paths trace the Norwegian-Russian border. But as you trek through the tundra and forests, you may notice watchtowers and cameras hanging in trees.

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BBC TravelJul 20

The lonely road to Europe's Arctic edge

This Arctic journey takes travellers further east than Moscow, through a landscape of empty beaches, seabirds and forgotten villages where Europe finally runs out.

6 things in this story
  • E75Trailshore-hugging road to Europe's Arctic edge
  • Elsewhere
  • E6TrailOslo, NorwayNorway's longest road
  • Nesseby ChurchPlace of worshipNesseby, NorwayIt is located in the village of Nesseby, overlooking the Varangerfjorden.
  • Varanger Scenic RouteTrailVarangerbotn, Norwayfollows E75 and Fv341 for 160km
  • Steilneset MemorialSightVardø, Norwaymemorial reclaiming stories of 17th-century witches
  • Fv341TrailVardø, Norwaynorthbound road hugging the coastline
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