Itilleq
A fishing village just south of the Arctic Circle, where boats heading south officially 'cross the Arctic Circle' along the way.
Itilleq is a fishing village of about a hundred people on a small island about 40 km south of Sisimiut. Colorful houses surround a small church, and the village is very quiet. Because it lies just south of the Arctic Circle, boats traveling from Sisimiut pass the 66°33′N line on the way, and boat crews often sound their horns to celebrate. It is the 'crossing the Arctic Circle' experience many visitors want. In summer, local boats or group tours run here, taking about 1.5 to 2 hours one way. You can go ashore to stroll and watch fishermen process their catch. The trip depends heavily on the weather and must be booked in advance.
Opening hours
Summer group tours only
Nearby sights
- Amerloq Fjord whale watching
- Nasaasaaq
- Arctic Circle Trail
- Dog sledding
- Sisimiut Museum
- Sisimiut Harbour
- Bethel Church
- Palasip Qaqqaa