Solar best Svalbard and Jan Mayen

Is Jan Mayen the same as Svalbard?

Although administered separately, in the ISO 3166-1 standard, Jan Mayen and Svalbard are collectively designated as Svalbard and Jan Mayen, with the two-letter country code "SJ". It was also given the web domain of .sj. However, the domain is not in use and Norway's .no is used in its place.

Are Svalbard and Jan Mayen territories of Norway?

Svalbard and Jan Mayen are Norwegian territories on the Arctic Ocean. The uninitiated may consider them as one for administrative purposes.

What to do in Longyearbyen & Jan Mayen?

In the summer months, the area around Longyearbyen is surrounded by stunning mountains to explore. Contact Visit Svalbard or your local travel agent for more information on holidays to Svalbard and Jan Mayen.

When does the sun set in Svalbard?

In Svalbard, the sun does not set from May to September. This phenomenon is known as the midnight sun. Between November and January, it does not rise and this is the polar night and the best time for the Northern Lights. the pastime of mushing or dog sledging is a popular activity in both winter and summer months.

When is the best time to visit Svalbard?

Between May and September, the boat cruises near the frozen fjords offer the best chance of spotting the largest bear species on earth – the polar bear. It is recommended to take a guide when leaving Longyearbyen as it is a law that you need to be armed in case of a surprise attack! In Svalbard, the sun does not set from May to September.

Why should you visit Svalbard?

With a history of whaling and trapping Svalbard seems to have turned the other way with sustainability being at the heart of the development of the area. There are many nature reserves, and national parks which make hiking and outdoor adventure a key activity for visitors.