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About Alta
An excellent destination for seeing the northern lights and the surrounding nature, this fishing town boasts a relatively mild climate.
Alta is the most populated municipality in Finnmark county, Norway. The administrative centre of the municipality is the town of Alta.
The Rock carvings at Alta are on the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites.
Alta is based on the mainland of Norway, but it also includes parts of the islands of Stjernoya and Seiland. Seiland is the home of Seiland National Park where the Seilandsjokelen glacier and the mountain Seilandstuva are located.
Several of the notable lakes in Alta include Iesjavri, Juovvajavri, Kovvatnet, and Stuorajavri.
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Altafjord Gjestegaard
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If you want peace and quiet and a lovely view of the Altafjord - then this small family hotel is perfect for you!
We are located in the old town of Alta, about 1 km from the center of Alta and 4 km from Alta airport.
The hotel offers a large and varied breakfast buffet, stylish rooms with comfortable armchairs, TV, free wifi and free parking.
In the common areas, you will find massage chairs and free coffee available 24 hours a day, and if you want something extra in your everyday life, Gjestegården offers both a fjord cruise with its own boat and various wellness treatments for an additional fee.
Our outdoor terrace is a perfect place to watch the Northern Lights dance across the sky in winter and in summer have a glass of wine while the midnight sun creates romance. Read more...
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Attractions in Alta
- Historic Center, Alta
- Alta Museum
- Tirpitz Museum, Alta
- Northern Lights Cathedral, Alta
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