Located in the heart of the Arctic Ocean, the port of Longyearbyen is a favorite destination for cruise ships. Located in northern Norway, Longyearbyen is one of the treasures of the Svalbard archipelago. It is one of the most northerly towns in the world. It was founded on the island of Spitsbergen by American businessman John Munro Longyear in 1906. Situated on the southern shore of the Adventfjorden valley, the town is surrounded by coal mines, as coal mining was once the island's main activity. Today, only mine no. 7 is still active. However, it is possible to visit the interior of some of these mines. The Adventfjorden valley, meanwhile, is a meeting place for hiking enthusiasts, and the surrounding icy waters can be explored by canoe.
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Itinerary : Longyearbyen, South Spitsbergen National Park, Texas Bar, Liefdefjorden, Raudfjorden, Ny alesund, Longyearbyen
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Le Lyrial
8 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Longyearbyen
6/19/2027
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$ 10,725
Other departures:
13-20-27 Jun 2026
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12-26 Jun 2027
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Itinerary : Longyearbyen, Ny alesund, Texas Bar, Liefdefjorden, Alkefjellet, Southeast Svalbard Nature Reserve, Isfjorden (Svalbard), Longyearbyen
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Le Lyrial
8 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Longyearbyen
7/17/2027
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$ 10,725
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18-25 Jul 2026
Itinerary : Longyearbyen, Svalbard Northern, Svalbard Southern, Longyearbyen, Svalbard Northern, Svalbard Southern, Longyearbyen
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Silver Endeavour
8 d
Suite
Longyearbyen
6/13/2026
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$ 11,200
Other departures:
06 Jun 2026
Itinerary : Longyearbyen, Svalbard Northern, Svalbard Southern, Longyearbyen, Svalbard Northern, Svalbard Southern, Longyearbyen
Silver Endeavour
8 d
Suite
Longyearbyen
6/6/2027
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$ 15,400
Itinerary : Longyearbyen, St Pierre and Miquelon, North Pole, Ny alesund, North West National Park of Spitzberg, Longyearbyen
3 other departures
Le Commandant Charcot
13 d
Balcony Stateroom
Longyearbyen
8/8/2027
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$ 41,030
Other departures:
27 Jul 2027
20 Aug 2027
01 Sep 2027
Itinerary : Longyearbyen, St Pierre and Miquelon, North Pole, North West National Park of Spitzberg, Spitsbergen, North West National Park of Spitzberg, Longyearbyen
Le Commandant Charcot
17 d
Balcony Stateroom
Longyearbyen
8/11/2026
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$ 45,957
Itinerary : Longyearbyen, St Pierre and Miquelon, North Pole, North West National Park of Spitzberg, Spitsbergen, North West National Park of Spitzberg, Longyearbyen
1 other departures
Le Commandant Charcot
16 d
Balcony Stateroom
Longyearbyen
8/27/2026
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$ 50,040
Other departures:
27 Jul 2026
Itinerary : Longyearbyen, Ny alesund, Tromso, Trondheim, Stokmarknes, Svolvaer, Stokmarknes, Svolvaer, Alesund, Spitzberg, Bergen, Alesund, Spitzberg, Bergen
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MS Trollfjord
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Longyearbyen
9/6/2027
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$ 3,213
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02-16-30 Jun 2026
14-28 Jul 2026
11-25 Aug 2026
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Itinerary : Longyearbyen, Ny alesund, Tromso, Trondheim, Stokmarknes, Svolvaer, Stokmarknes, Svolvaer, Alesund, Spitzberg, Bergen, Alesund, Spitzberg, Bergen
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MS Midnatsol
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Longyearbyen
9/13/2027
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$ 3,213
Other departures:
09-23 Jun 2026
07-21 Jul 2026
04-18 Aug 2026
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Itinerary : Longyearbyen, Svalbard Northern, Bear Island, Skarsvag, Tromso, Longyearbyen, Svalbard Northern, Bear Island, Skarsvag, Tromso
2 other departures
Silver Endeavour
10 d
Suite
Longyearbyen
7/8/2026
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$ 13,000
Other departures:
20 Jun 2026
01 Jul 2027
Itinerary : Longyearbyen, Svalbard Northern, Svalbard Southern, Bear Island, Skarsvag, Tromso, Longyearbyen, Svalbard Northern, Svalbard Southern, Bear Island, Skarsvag, Tromso
Silver Endeavour
10 d
Suite
Longyearbyen
6/13/2027
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$ 18,500
Itinerary : Longyearbyen, Svalbard Northern, Svalbard Southern, Bear Island, Skarsvag, Tromso, Longyearbyen, Svalbard Northern, Svalbard Southern, Bear Island, Skarsvag, Tromso
Silver Endeavour
10 d
Suite
Longyearbyen
8/2/2026
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$ 19,000
Itinerary : Longyearbyen, Ny alesund, North West National Park of Spitzberg, Jan Mayen, Ittoqqortoormiit, San Sebastian de la Gomera, Isafjodhur, Westfjords, Reykjavik
Le Lyrial
14 d
Balcony Stateroom
Longyearbyen
8/1/2026
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$ 19,045
Itinerary : Longyearbyen, Svalbard Northern, Jan Mayen, Grundarfjordur, Reykjavik
Silver Endeavour
13 d
Suite
Longyearbyen
7/19/2027
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$ 22,200
Itinerary : Longyearbyen, Ny alesund, North West National Park of Spitzberg, Ittoqqortoormiit, San Sebastian de la Gomera, Husavik, Grundarfjordur, Reykjavik
Le Lyrial
14 d
Suite
Longyearbyen
8/7/2027
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$ 25,359
Itinerary : Longyearbyen, Svalbard Northern, Svalbard Southern, Ittoqqortoormiit, Scoresby Sund, Siglufjordur - Iceland, Isafjodhur, Dynjandi, Stykkisholmur, Reykjavik
Silver Endeavour
18 d
Suite
Longyearbyen
8/11/2027
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$ 25,400
Itinerary : Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen, Southeast Svalbard Nature Reserve, North eastern Greenland, Ittoqqortoormiit, Blosseville Coast, Ammassalik, Reykjavik
Le Commandant Charcot
17 d
Balcony Stateroom
Longyearbyen
6/24/2027
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$ 36,923
Itinerary : Longyearbyen, Southeast Svalbard Nature Reserve, Hinlopen, North eastern Greenland, Ittoqqortoormiit, Blosseville Coast, Amafi, Reykjavik
Le Commandant Charcot
17 d
Balcony Stateroom
Longyearbyen
6/13/2026
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$ 37,721
Itinerary : Longyearbyen, North West National Park of Spitzberg, North Pole, Ittoqqortoormiit, San Sebastian de la Gomera, Blosseville Coast, Reykjavik
Le Commandant Charcot
18 d
Balcony Stateroom
Longyearbyen
9/13/2027
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$ 53,635
Itinerary : Longyearbyen, Templefjord (Spitzberg), Magdalena Fjord, North Pole, Ittoqqortoormiit, Blosseville Coast, Reykjavik
Le Commandant Charcot
17 d
Balcony Stateroom
Longyearbyen
9/11/2026
from
$ 60,289
The mining infrastructure is an integral part of Longyearbyen's cultural heritage. During a walk in the town's heights, make a detour to Mine No. 3. Although the mine ceased operations in 1996, it is still possible to explore. Discovered in 1928, this mine produced some 160,000 tonnes of coal every year. Further down, in the center of town, stands a monument to the archipelago's miners. You can also admire a statue of one of these workers. Take a stroll through the town's streets, lined with picturesque houses. The houses are brightly painted and built of wood. If you're lucky, you'll come across some wild reindeer along the way. In April, take part in the Svalbard Ski Marathon. It's the perfect opportunity to explore the vast snow-covered expanses around the town of Longyearbyen. During the race, it's possible to spot polar bears in the wild. Rest assured, armed guards will accompany you on your journey. Enjoy a pleasant stroll through the Adventfjorden fjord. Located to the east of the city, this peaceful valley is the result of the melting of an ancient glacier known as Adventdalen.
Here's some practical information about the port.
- Port country: Svalbard, Norway
- Port type: seaport
- Main destination: Spitsbergen
- Departure terminal: E8
The seaport of Longyearbyen in Svalbard, Norway is located at 6HX + HQ8, Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen. GPS coordinates are 78.22891249999999, 15.5994531. The port is 1.1 km from the town center and 4.4 km from the nearest airport. Opening hours are 8am-1pm and 2pm-6pm.
Getting to Longyearbyen harbor couldn't be easier. You can reach the port by car and park in the nearest parking lot, less than 4.4 km from the port. The address is Aéroport de Svalbard, Longyearbyen, Svalbard et Jan Mayen. Parking costs around €69 per week. Alternatively, you can use public transport and come by cab or shuttle.
Prestigious cruise lines are available, including Ponant, Hurtigruten and Ponant. Ships such as Le Commandant Charcot, Ms Nordstjernen, Le Boreal sail the seas, with Spitzbergen as their main destination.
New measures are introduced to deal with the resurgence of the epidemic. Companies are providing hydroalcoholic hand gel and requiring passengers to maintain a social distance.
Services and amenities include: toilets, cash dispenser, drinks and snacks dispenser, waiting room, information point, lockers, car rental.
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