self-guided walks

Harstad

Explore the best of Harstad with this self-guided walking tour. 

What You Get

This guide is 9 pages and comes in a PDF format. 

Historic Port Town

Even though Harstad was only established 150 years ago as a port city for steamships, the area has been inhabited for thousands of years and the iconic Trondenes Church is the northernmost medieval church in the world. Harstad has some charming buildings from its early years but a wander around the town centre also provides lovely views out to the sea and surrounding mountains. 

Trip Highlights

Distance

1.2km (0.7 miles) not including the walk to Trondenes Church. 

Activity Level

Level 1 – flat path, no stairs, paved. The walk up Aksla (optional) is graded at Level 2.

Start Location

Coastal Ferry Terminal

End Location

Harstadhamn harbour area

Example of what the guide looks like. 

Itinerary

This is a summarised itinerary. More stops are included in the walk. 

Harstadsjoen

Harstadsjøen is the name for the old settlement of Harstad.

Rikard Kaarbø’s plass

Rikard Kaarbø is the man who is considered to be the founder of Harstad. He was the initiator and contributor to a number of businesses in Harstad that contibuted to Harstad getting city status in 1904.

Strandgata

This street is fascinating because it really tells Harstad’s history. People came from all over Norway to try and establish a successful business in Harstad after the boom in shipping and trade.

Resources for Harstad