Essential Arctic Links
A curated collection of useful resources for Svalbard: research, maps, weather, avalanche warnings, aviation, maritime traffic, sea ice and independent Arctic news.
Reliable tools for travelling, working and exploring in Svalbard
Use the categories below to find official maps, operational information, live tracking services, scientific institutions and Arctic media. External services may change without notice, so always verify critical safety and travel information directly with the responsible authority.
Norsk Polarinstitutt
Norway’s central institution for scientific research, environmental monitoring and advice concerning the Arctic and Antarctica.
Visit websiteSwiss Polar Institute
Supporting Swiss polar and high-altitude science while connecting researchers, institutions and international programmes.
Visit websiteVarsom
Official Norwegian warnings and observations for avalanches, ice, floods, landslides and other natural hazards.
Check conditionsLongyearbyen Port
Operational information, port facilities and useful information for vessels calling at the Port of Longyearbyen.
Open port websiteTopoSvalbard
Interactive topographic maps, place names, aerial imagery and geographical information from the Norwegian Polar Institute.
Open interactive mapFlightradar24
Follow aircraft positions and flight movements in real time, including traffic travelling to and from Svalbard.
Track flightsNAIS
The Norwegian Coastal Administration’s live service for following vessels operating in Norwegian waters.
Track vesselsIce Chart Services
Current ice charts and sea-ice information produced from satellite observations for Arctic navigation and planning.
View ice chartsAvinor Svalbard
Official airport information, live departures and arrivals, passenger services and practical travel updates.
Open airport websiteYr Longyearbyen
Detailed weather forecasts for Longyearbyen, including temperature, wind, precipitation and hourly developments.
Check forecastThe Barents Observer
Independent cross-border journalism covering the European Arctic, northern Scandinavia and Russia.
Read the newsBarentsWatch
Maps, datasets and digital services concerning Norwegian coastal and marine areas.
Explore servicesKings Bay
Information about Ny-Ålesund Research Station, scientific infrastructure and the management of the local community.
Discover Kings BaySvalbardposten
Local news, community reporting and current affairs from Longyearbyen and across the Svalbard archipelago.
Read local newsPolar Journal
International reporting on science, wildlife, politics, expeditions and developments throughout the polar regions.
Explore Polar JournalPolar Observer
Stories, observations and background information concerning the Arctic, Antarctica and polar research.
Visit Polar ObserverSvalbard Seamap
Official information about nautical charts, navigation products and chart coverage for waters around Svalbard.
Open sea chartsRadisson Blu Polar Hotel
A full-service hotel in central Longyearbyen with guest facilities, dining and convenient access to the town centre.
View hotelGruvelageret
A distinctive dining experience in a restored former mining warehouse, with Arctic cuisine and strong links to local history.
View restaurantSvalbard Museum
Learn about Svalbard’s natural environment, wildlife, exploration, mining history and local communities.
Visit museum websiteGovernor of Svalbard
Official information on regulations, safety, environmental protection, travel outside settlements and public administration.
Open official websiteMary-Ann’s Polarrigg
A distinctive Arctic hotel close to central Longyearbyen, known for its historic atmosphere, cosy rooms, sauna and Vinterhagen restaurant.
Visit PolarriggenVinterhagen Restaurant
A warm conservatory restaurant at Mary-Ann’s Polarrigg, serving Arctic-inspired dishes in one of Longyearbyen’s most unusual settings.
View restaurantLongyearbyen Local Council
Official information about local public services, community administration, resident information, culture, infrastructure and municipal matters.
Open council websiteLongyearbyen 360° Livecam
A panoramic live view across Longyearbyen, the airport area and surrounding mountains, with archives, timelapse and comparison tools.
Open live webcamPort of Longyearbyen Livecam
A live 360-degree view of the harbour and Adventfjorden, useful for checking visibility, vessel activity and current local conditions.
View harbour webcamSvalbard Webcams
A practical directory of live cameras from different locations around Spitsbergen, including Longyearbyen and other settlements.
Browse webcamsFunken Lodge
A historic boutique hotel above Longyearbyen offering comfortable rooms, panoramic views, dining and refined Arctic hospitality.
Visit hotel websiteKroa
A relaxed and historic restaurant in central Longyearbyen, serving seasonal dishes, lunch, dinner and drinks in a rustic setting.
Visit restaurant websiteRestaurant Nansen
Nordic-inspired dining inside the Radisson Blu Polar Hotel, with large windows overlooking Longyearbyen’s mountain landscape.
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Online information does not replace local judgement
Maps, weather forecasts, ice charts and tracking services are planning tools. Conditions in Svalbard can change quickly, and coverage may be incomplete. For field travel, boating and mountain activities, always combine current data with qualified local knowledge and your own safety assessment.
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