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Bookmark or Share- Hammerfest (town) - WikipediaHammerfest ⓘ or Hámmárfeasta is a town/city [5] that is also the administrative centre of Hammerfest Municipality in Finnmark county, Norway. It is located on the northwestern coast of the island of Kvaløya, just north of the village of Rypefjord and southwest of the village of Forsøl.
- Discover Hammerfest: A Travel Guide to the World’s Northernmost TownHammerfest, Norway, is one of the oldest cities in the country. Despite its rich history, the city boasts a modern appearance today. However, it has undergone various challenges over the years from both human and natural forces, which threatened to wipe it off the map.
- Hammerfest: The Town of Norway's High North - Life in NorwayThe history of Hammerfest, one of northern Norway’s oldest towns, is littered with tragedy. The town received its first doctor in 1792, but within a couple of decades the population had been ravaged by plague and the Napoleonic wars.
- Hammerfest | The world's northernmost town - Visit NorwaySurrounded by mountains, sandy beaches, and stunning coastal landscapes, Hammerfest is an excellent starting point for an active holiday! For the best panoramic views, hike up the zigzag path to the top of Salen hill, just a 15-minute walk from the city centre!
- 10 Best Things to Do in Hammerfest, Norway (+ Travel Tips!)Hammerfest is a great and comfortable city to add to your Northern Norway itinerary! While there may not be as many things to do in Hammerfest as in places like Bodø, Tromso, or Alta, you will find a friendly and inviting city with enough to occupy you for a couple of days.
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