Fuglenes Peninsula & Lighthouse
Fuglenes
A small peninsula northwest of the harbour, with a lighthouse, the ruins of a 19th-century battery and a seaside path, offering views across the water to the town and Salen mountain.
Fuglenes is a small peninsula jutting into the harbour. Besides the meridian column, it has a small red-and-white lighthouse and the ruins of the Skansen battery, built after a British warship attacked Hammerfest in 1809. Britain and Norway were at war during the Napoleonic Wars, and the town was bombarded and plundered by British ships. The peninsula has simple paths and grassy areas along the shore. From here you can look back at the harbour, the colourful houses and Salen mountain behind. Summer evenings under the midnight sun are ideal for a stroll and photos. It is a 15–20 minute walk along the harbour from the town centre and can be combined with the meridian column. The sea wind is strong, so bring warm clothing.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Meridian Column
- Hammerfest Church
- Museum of Reconstruction for Finnmark and Nord-Troms
- Royal and Ancient Polar Bear Society
- Salen Viewpoint
- Mikkelgammen
- Tyven
- Kvaløya Reindeer Summer Pastures