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Village in Porsanger, Norway
Photo: Ximonic (Simo Räsänen), CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Lakselv is a small town in Finnmark, at the southern end of Porsangerfjorden by the Barents Sea. As could be guessed from its name ("Salmon River"), the area is popular for fishing and there are great hiking opportunities in the surrounding arctic wilderness, including in Stabbursdalen National Park. The town is the administrative centre of Porsanger, with half of its population.
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The dolomite trolls are true wonders of nature. An old Sami myth tells the story of how the trolls were turned into stone.
Experience the beauty, see the crystal clear water run over the whitegreysish dolomite. Silfar Canyon is one of the largest ones in Northern Europe.
At Roddines you can see a typical and beautiful example of raised beach ridges made by the sea in receding altitudes as the land gradually rose after the last ice age.
One of the few churches in Finnmark to survive World War II. The church was inaugurated in 1856.
The marked trail leads you to the remains of one of the largest World War II field hospitals in Finnmark. Be sure to buy an infofolder from the touristinformation to make the most of your trip to Lasarettmoen.
The exhibition in Skoganvarre include World War II history, local culture and history along with a special exhibition on the Sámi shaman Johan Kaaven. Combine your trip to the museum with a walk along the path through the World War II field hospital in the area.
Visitor centre of the national park and the reserve. It has an exhibition and film about Finnmarks natural and cultural history. The museum shop has souvenirs, books, postcards and a small café. The peat goahti and lávvu in the yard can be rented for meals or overnighting. They have a campfire and barbecue site which you may be allowed to use regardless.
Rávttošvuomi álbmotmeahcci
River delta and wetland. A RAMSAR site.
A big music festival (audience of 14,000 in 2025), with rock and other genres. Own camping site (Th–Su; electricity only for medical needs).
A wide range of fastfood, pizzas and local food.
A cafeteria inside the shopping mall (Varesenter) Banaksenteret. Coffee, cakes, baguettes and some hot dishes.
Serve pizza, pasta, beef, lamb, pork and dishes with chicken. They also have seafood, traditional Norwegian food and local specialities. You will also find the traditional reindeermeat.
On a hill with a view of Porsangerfjord.
A guesthouse.
Bungalåven is an old farm house. Until 1968 the people shared it with the farm animals. It was renovated and opened as commercial lodging in 1995. Restaurant.
Lazzzy Place is a small cosy guesthouse.
By plane
By bus
Veolia operates a few buses out of, or stopping in, Lakselv. 105 runs daily between Alta and Kirkenes.
By car
Three rental agencies offer reasonably priced rental cars or minibuses. Contact the tourist information for updated information.
To get around in the municipality Porsanger you will need a car or bus. In Lakselv you can rent both. Hertz, Avis and Lakselv Bilutleie are present in the centre of the town.
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