midnight sun in norway

The Midnight Sun in Norway is a phenomenon occurring in latitudes north to the Arctic Circle and south and nearby to the north of the Antarctic Circle where the sun remains visible at the local midnight. Given fair weather, the sun is visible for a continuous 24 hours. The number of days per year with potential midnight sun increases the further north of the Arctic Circle or south of the Antarctic Circle one goes. The Arctic Circle in North Norway is located close to the Arctic town of Bodo and south of the Lofoten Islands. South of the Arctic Circle in Norway the nights are bright ("white") as well during spring/early summer due to the altitude, although the sun is not visible all night.

the wold`s most beautiful voyage

The Lonely Planet travel guide has named the Norwegian Coastal Voyage, known as Hurtigruten in Norwegian, as the most beautiful voyage by ship in the world. Passengers enjoy a panoramic view of the Norwegian fjords and may experience the midnight sun during the northernmost stretch of the journey.

Lonely Planet is a recognized purveyor of travel information. In its new book, “Lonely Planet Bluelist,” it designates the Norwegian Coastal Voyage as the world’s best sea voyage.

The round trip includes fabulous fjords and islands, midnight sun, a medieval monastery and art nouveau cities.

Norwegian Coastal Voyage ships have plied Norway’s coast since 1893. Today there are 11 vessels in all, carrying some 550,000 passengers a year. The journey lasts 11 days, beginning in the west coast city of Bergen and ending at Kirkenes in the far north. Along the way the ships make 34 stops. Passengers who do not wish to see the whole stretch may board for parts of the journey.