Welcome to North Cape

North Cape is Europe's northernmost point and a public outdoor area that is free for everyone to visit. 

The track starts from the parking place at the E69, about 7 km. before the North Cape plateau. After a 2½ hour walk, following the marked track, you have reached Knivskjelodden. On this latitude the weather can change very fast. Wind and fog can come as an unpleasant surprise even on a sunny day. Therefore, always leave a message in your car saying where and when you have left for a walk. And as a reminder that you really have been at the northernmost point of Europe , you can buy a diploma a pin NOK 35, - at Nordkapp Camping. The income goes to the local tour fund and they maintain and take care of the marked tracks her on Magerøya. Enjoy your walk!

Treat yourself and experience the unforgettable busy birdlife on the bird mountain Gjesværstappan. The tour leaves from Gjesvær and goes to the nature reserve islands about 15 km. to the west of the North Cape cliff. It is not permitted to land, but from the boat you can see Finnmarks largest group of Puffins close by. You will also see plenty of Guillemots, Sea-eagles, Razorbills, Kittiwakes and Gannets. Afterwards to boat moves on to the fishing grounds.

Daily departures are with the 65-foot vessel"Havsula" from Gjesvær tourist centre.

Read more on www.birdsafari.no

In the centre of the fishing village of Kamøyvær , you will find this small and cosy gallery. Here you will find art, handcrafts and books from this area. Eva Schmutterer, the owner, works as an artist and writer here and she likes to show the exhibition and her working place personally.

In Skarsvåg, which also is the northernmost fishing village in the world, you can visit the Christmas house .Here you can come into the north Norwegian Christmas spirit in a homely atmosphere all year round. They have a large selection of handmade gifts and Christmas items. In addition they will show you Norwegian Christmas traditions while you enjoy a cup of coffee with cake. Heidi, the owner, likes to sit down with you for a chat. www.julehuset.no