Hiorthhamn
An abandoned mining settlement across Adventfjorden, with wooden cabins and the remains of coal-transport cableway towers preserved in their original state.
Hiorthhamn was a small Norwegian coal-mining settlement in the early 20th century. It was abandoned in the 1920s, and by the sea remain wooden cabins, a pier, and cableway towers on the hillside. It lies directly across from Longyearbyen. In summer, kayaking tours paddle across the fjord, while in winter and spring visitors cross the frozen sea by snowmobile or dog-sled tour. The ruins are protected under heritage law, so do not touch or take anything away. Leaving the settlement requires a guide carrying a rifle (for polar bear risk).
Opening hours
Guided tours only (seasonal)
Nearby sights
- North Pole Expedition Museum
- Svalbard Museum
- Adventdalen
- Svalbard Church
- Taubanesentralen
- Svalbard Brewery
- Polar Bear Warning Sign
- Galleri Svalbard