Vadsø, Norway

Vadsø: airports, things to do and where to stay

Vadsø is a town on the Varangerfjord, in the far north-east of Norway, with Norwegian and Kven heritage and the mooring mast of the airship Norge.

Vadsø airports

Vadsø, Norway

Vadsø airport is about 4 km from central Vadsø.

Vadsø

The town's main church, built after the Second World War.

A museum about the Kven, a people of Finnish origin settled in northern Norway; part of the Varanger Museum.

The mooring mast from 1926 used by the airship Norge on its expedition towards the North Pole.

An island linked to the town by a bridge, with views over the Varangerfjord and the Barents Sea shore.

Which airport serves Vadsø?

Vadsø is served by Vadsø (VDS).

How far is the airport from central Vadsø?

Vadsø airport is about 4 km from central Vadsø.

How do I get from the airport to central Vadsø?

From Vadsø airport you can take Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.

What are the must-sees in Vadsø?

Highlights of Vadsø include Vadsø kirke, Ruija kvenmuseum, Luftskipsmasta, and Vadsøya.

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