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Longyearbyen Camping

4.5
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  • Operating hours: 01.06 - 01.09 - currently closed
  • Address:  Postboks 15, 9171 Longyearbyen, Norway - Show on map

Ratings

4.5
Very good
2 ratings
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  • Tranquillity
    4.0
  • Food / Shops
    2.0
  • Overall cleanliness
    5.0
  • Cleanliness of sanitary facilities
    4.0
  • Condition of rental accommodation
    4.0
  • Friendliness
    4.0
  • Leisure activities
    4.0
  • Location
    4.0
  • Value for money
    5.0
  • Sanitary facilities
    3.5

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4.0
Claus Peter G.
Stay: Aug 2013
" - A wonderful place and meeting point for anyone who loves the Arctic or wants to get to know it. A good starting point for trips and hikes in Spitsbergen
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5.0
Ekkehard D.
Stay: Jun 2012
" - (English review below german..) Der "nördlichste Campingplatz der Welt" liegt in unglaublicher Lage am Ausgang des Adventfjord zum Isfjord, unweit des Flughafens Longyear. Aufgrund der sehr abgelegenen Lage Spitzbergens ist dieser Platz kein normaler Urlaubsplatz, die Anreise mit dem Auto/Wohnmobil/Caravan ist nicht sinnvoll, da es kaum Straßen auf Spitzbergen gibt. Nahezu alle Besucher kommen per Linienflug aus Oslo oder Tromsö. Zu Fuß kann man über den Flughafenparkplatz und einen kleinen Pfad in ein paar Minuten den Platz erreichen. Das ganze erinnert denn auch mehr an eine Alpenvereinshütte. Das Servicegebäude mit Sanitäranlagen und Aufenthaltsraum ermöglicht das Kochen und Essen auf vorhandenen Elektroplatten, Töpfen und Geschirr. Geschlafen wird im mitzubringendem Zelt. Zwei Mietzelte sind vorhanden, müssen aber vorbestellt werden. Zum Zeitpunkt meines Aufenthaltes hatte die Saison gerade begonnen und noch nicht alles funktionierte reibungslos, da aber nur 3 Gäste anwesend waren, war dies kein Problem. Das Preisniveau ist mit 100 NOK (ca. 14EUR) pro Person und Nacht sehr gut, jedenfalls gemessen an den Preisen die für andere Übernachtungsmöglichkeiten vor Ort gezahlt werden müssten. Vom Campingplatz sind es ca. 4km zur "Stadt" Longyearbyen, die eisbärensicher zu Fuß oder per Leihfahrad hinter sich gebracht werden können. Dort gibt es die gesamte Versorgungspalette (Bank, Supermarkt, Restaurants, etc.). Die neue Managerin ist äußert freundlich und engagiert. Da der Flughafen ca 3-4 mal täglich angeflogen wird, Hubschrauberverkehr vorhanden ist und außerdem die Straße am Campingplatz doch häufiger benutzt wird als erwartet, gibts nur 4 Sterne für Lage und Ruhe. Die Sanitäranlage sind einfach, für die Warm-Duschen müssen Marken gekauft werden, deshalb nur 3 Sterne. Spitzbergen ist kein normaler Urlaubsplatz, deshalb ist die Bewertung unter "Geeignet für..." nur mit Einschränkungen zu verallgemeinern. Wer beabsichtigt auf Spitzbergen zu Wandern, wird hier einen erstklassigen Startpunkt vorfinden. Fazit: Ein sehr ungewöhnlicher Platz, mit sensationeller Lage und bestem Preis-Leistungsverhältnis! The “most northern campground of the world” is located in an incredible position at the edge between Adventfjord and Isfjord close to the airport Longyear. Due to the very isolated location of the Svalbard archipelago, this campground can not be treated as average, so arriving with car or camper is not recommended because only very few roads are available around Longyearbyen. All most all visitors arrive with regular flights operated from Oslo or Tromsoe. From the Airport a short walk crossing the car park and down a small path you can reach the place within a few minutes. The setup looks more than a hut in the alps than a campground. The service building, containing the sanitary parts and the lounge / kitchen, allows the cocking and eating on existing electric stoves, using existing dishes, pans and pots. You will sleep outside in your own carried tent, you may also rent one of the existing tents, please reserve up front. At the time of my stay, which was on the very early Saison, not all was functioning, but there where only 3 guests and no real problem arrives. The pricing level with 100 NOK (approx. 14 EUR) per person and night is very good, related to the other available accommodations in Longyearbyen. Downton Longyearbyen is approx 4km away. This distance could be walked or driven by one of the rental bikes, fairly save regarding the polar bears running around. There you find all needed supply (Bank, super market, restaurants, etc.). The new manager is very kind and active. Since the airport is operated approx. 3-4 times per day, some helicopter traffic happens and the road at the place is more used than expected, i put only 4 start for quietness. The sanitary equipment is elementary, to have warm showers you must buy some “coins”, so only 3 stars. Since Svalbard is not a regular vacancy location the “Suitable” section could not be compared. If you are plan to hike on Svalbard, you will find the campground an excellent starting point. Summary: E very extraordinaryground, with an exceptional location and excellent price-service-ratio!
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Activities recommended by guests

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Rated by guests as "Suitable for"

5.0
Guests with tents
5.0
Couples
5.0
Families with children under 18
5.0
Senior citizens
4.0
Families with children under 12
4.0
Youth groups
3.0
Families with children under 6

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There’s oft much talk about sleeping peacefully under the starry night sky, but ever wondered what it’s like to snooze under the midnight sun instead? Well as this is the world’s northernmost site (in the world’s northernmost town), between early …spring and autumn the sun never sets... The friendly site team will happily help sort excursions and find good hiking trails from the site; it’s worth noting that all visitors to Svalbard are required by law to carry a rifle when leaving any settlement to go out into the wilderness, for more than 3,000 polar bears inhabit the isle’s icy lands. Local tour operators around Svalbard organise all sorts of adventurous excursions, from boat trips and dog sledding adventures to snowmobiling and quad bike tours; also generously, visitors can borrow bikes at no charge from the tourist information office. With views over a bird-filled fjord towards mountains in the middle distance, this spectacular site’s guests come here for a peaceful and highly scenic stay among Arctic nature, as it's oft visited by the wild likes of curious reindeer, leucistic barnacle geese and heaps of other feathered migratory critters. In the summer here, temperatures average between two and and 15 degrees centigrade, so be sure to pack up your long johns and other thermal garb – aside from that fear not, for a camping stove shall not be required: stays are made most cosy, as at your disposal is a service complex with guest amenities like a heated bathroom and a fully equipped communal kitchen.
  • Size of the site: 1 ha
  • Total number of pitches: 10
  • Number of tourist pitches: 10
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Operating hours

01. June - 01. September

Location

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4.5
  • Sea: On site
  • Height (above sea level): 1 m
  • Next town/village: 4 km
  • Train or bus station: 0.1 km

Address

Postboks 15
9171  Longyearbyen
Norway
GPS Coordinates
Lat 78.22304, Long 15.62702
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Frequently asked questions

How far from the sea is Longyearbyen Camping?
Longyearbyen Camping is located directly at the sea. There is also a nudist beach, which is located directly at the site. Learn more about the location
Are dogs allowed at the campsite Longyearbyen Camping?
Dogs are allowed in high season and low season.
When is Longyearbyen Camping open?
Longyearbyen Camping is open from June 1 until September 1. Show campsite details
Is Longyearbyen Camping family friendly?
Guests rate Longyearbyen Camping as particularly suitable for families with children under 12 and 18 years. For leisure activities, the campsite Longyearbyen Camping offers many possibilities, such as Horse riding and much more.

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How do guests and other campers rate Longyearbyen Camping?
Campers rate Longyearbyen Camping 4.5 out of 5. This makes Longyearbyen Camping one of the top rated campsites in federal state North Norway.

Guests rate the following properties particularly well: Overall cleanliness, Value for money, Tranquillity

According to its guests Longyearbyen Camping is particularly suitable for: Guests with tents and Couples

According to its guests Longyearbyen Camping is ideal for: Culture and Hiking

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Are there shopping facilities near Longyearbyen Camping?
There is a grocery store 4 km away. The nearest town is 4 km away. Learn more about the location
How far is the nearest town or city from Longyearbyen Camping?
The nearest town is 4 km away. You can reach a bus or train stop in 0.1 km. Learn more about the location
What food options does Longyearbyen Camping offer?
Food is well taken care of, because there is a restaurant in 4 km distance. Furthermore, there is also a snack bar at a distance of 4 km.

For self-catering there is a grocery store at a distance of 4 km as well as cooking facilities on the site. Real barbecue fans may even fire up the charcoal grill.

Overall, guests rate the food and beverage at the site 2 out of 5.

By the way, gas bottles can be exchanged in 4 km distance. And those who want to borrow a table or benches can also do so on site.

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Is there wifi or internet at the campsite Longyearbyen Camping?
The campsite Longyearbyen Camping unfortunately does not offer wifi.
Is Longyearbyen Camping barrier-free?
Most of the paths at campsite Longyearbyen Camping are not paved. There are no ramps for wheelchair users. The sanitary facilities are not barrier-free. View all campsite features
How many pitches does Longyearbyen Camping have?
Longyearbyen Camping has 10 pitches for tourists and 0 pitches for permanent campers.

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How big is Longyearbyen Camping?
Longyearbyen Camping has a size of 1 hectares.

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How much does it cost to stay at Longyearbyen Camping?
Unfortunately, the campsite Longyearbyen Camping has not yet provided any information about prices, but you can also request the info directly from the site. Send request now

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