Vardø, Norway

Vardø: airports, things to do and where to stay

Vardø is the easternmost town in Norway, on an island in the Barents Sea, with an old fortress, the Steilneset memorial and nearby seabird colonies.

Vardø airports

Vardø, Norway

Vardø Svartnes airport is about 3 km from central Vardø.

Vardø

A star-shaped fortress built in the 18th century to defend the north-east of the kingdom.

A memorial to the 91 people executed in 17th-century witch trials, with a building by Peter Zumthor and an installation by Louise Bourgeois.

A seabird island near Vardø, with large colonies of puffins and other birds; visited by boat in season.

The town on the island of Vardøya, linked to the mainland by an undersea tunnel.

Which airport serves Vardø?

Vardø is served by Vardø Svartnes (VAW).

How far is the airport from central Vardø?

Vardø Svartnes airport is about 3 km from central Vardø.

How do I get from the airport to central Vardø?

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

What are the must-sees in Vardø?

Highlights of Vardø include Vardøhus festning, Steilneset minnested, Hornøya, and Vardø by.

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