Alta, Tthe Northern Lights City with the rock carvings and the toughest dog race. The scenery around Alta is varied and magnificent from Northern Europe’s largest canyon, Sautso, to endless tundra on the Finnmarksvidda. Both history and nature can be experienced in summer and winter with local guides taking you on everything from snowmobile safaris and snowshoe tours to guided bus tours.

• Destination

  Northern Norway

• Country

  Norway

• Types of experience

  • Nature
  • Culture
  • Outdoor

• Best time to visit

  • Winter
  • Spring
  • Autumn
  • Summer

• Nearby stations

  • Alta Airport