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City in Finnmark, Norway
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Hammerfest in Finnmark lays claim to being the northernmost town in the world, with over 9,000 inhabitants at a latitude above 70°. There are some villages farther north, but none larger than 2,000 people.
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A small exhibition commemorating Hammerfest's history, particularly seafaring and expeditions to Svalbard. For 402 NOK you can join the Royal and Ancient Polar Bear Society, a tongue in cheek affair (the club is neither royal nor ancient, and there are no polar bears in Hammerfest). Doing so gets you a certificate signed by the mayor "in recognition of your outstanding achievement in reaching the top of the world".
Thon Hotel Hammerfest is a full service hotel for business travellers, conference guests and vacationers. The hotel is in the city centre with a great view of the harbour adjacent the City hall.
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The hotel has 75 rooms, conference rooms, breakfast service, a sauna and a solarium. In a quiet area with hiking trails nearby.
Hammerfest is easy to explore by foot. Buses (both local and regional) are run by Troms fylkestrafikk.
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