1. Tromso, Norway
Lapland in Northern Europe offers some Northern Lights spots. Today the region crosses the borders of Sweden, Norway, Finland and Russia. One of the most popular Northern Lights destinations is Norway’s Tromsø, an important cultural center north of the Arctic Circle. In January and February, the colorful show of the Northern Lights Festival with international musicians and classical ballet takes place here.
Fly Take in the view from the water on a Norwegian fishmeal dinner cruise. The color nuances of the northern lights range from a soft green glow to a sea of yellow and pink light.
2. Nellim, Finland
Characterized by dense forests and lakes, Finnish Lapland lies at a similar latitude to Tromsø. From September to March the nights here get longer and darker. So this is the ideal time to travel to Nellim on Lake Inarjärvi. It is about 40 kilometers from the airport in Ivalo to the small town. Wooden log houses with fireplaces and saunas provide the highest level of comfort. From here you can take day trips to the world-famous Levi ski area.
Fly About 100 kilometers south of Nellim, Kakslauttanen Artic Resort is an absolute hotel highlight. Here you can stay in specially made glass igloos and enjoy the northern lights in the starry sky.
3. Abisko, Sweden
The Swedish landscape is characterized by mountain ranges and imposing fjords. Swedish Lapland is located 140 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle. Only around 100 people live in the town of Abisko, but each has around 500 visitors a year. They retreat to the wilderness of the national park in the summer, and in the winter for a glimpse of the Northern Lights. Supposedly scientifically proven to have the highest chance of Aurora success in the world. This is due to the microclimate of the place on the shore of Lake Torneträsk and the pitch-dark nights in Abisko National Park.
Fly Abisko Aurora Sky Station records the Northern Lights each night and broadcasts the photos live on the Internet. There is a museum and a cute cafe in the tourist center.
4. Thingvellir National Park, Iceland
Iceland, just south of the Arctic Circle, has long days in summer, but only four to five hours of daylight in January. The best time to see the Northern Lights in Iceland is from September to October and from February to March. The spectacle can be observed especially well in Thingvellir National Park outside of Reykjavik. Preferably in your own wooden house with a spa (a hot pot is a must for Icelanders). Here you can relax with a glass of Prosecco or a beer and enjoy the Northern Lights.
Fly Icelanders love fireworks. The light show on the glacial lagoon Jökulsárlón in August is a very special event. All entrance fees are donated to the Hornafjorður District Search and Rescue team.
5. Alaska, United States
There is also the opportunity to observe the northern lights in Alaska in the north of the USA. The best travel time is from September to April. You land at the airport in Anchorage, Alaska’s largest city with a population of approximately 300,000. The best way to travel from here is to take an organized snowmobile or dog sled tour to the Arctic Circle. Chances of seeing the Northern Lights are particularly high at the Eagle River Nature Center. It is managed by a small non-profit organization. Accommodation in a log cabin or dormitory is also available.
Fly: The Aurora Winter Train travels twelve hours between Anchorage and Fairbanks through Alaska’s magical winter landscape. A unique way to discover the beauty of the country.
6. Shetland Islands, Scotland
With a little luck, you might spot the aurora borealis, or “Mirrie Dancer” in Scottish, on the picturesque Shetland Islands in the far north of Scotland. In Scotland, the further north, the greater the probability. The Orkney Islands and the island of Caithness in the Scottish Highlands, about 400 kilometers north of Edinburgh, are also great destinations. However, a natural phenomenon such as the Northern Lights can never be fully predicted or guaranteed. Today, however, apps make observing the Northern Lights much easier.
Fly One of the useful applications is «My Aurora Forecast». In other apps, Aurora fans can even share pictures with each other.
7. Yellowknife, Canada
Yellowknife, in northwest Canada, is also known as the “capital of the northern lights”. Even in the southern provinces, the chances of seeing the lights are high. At Aurora Village, visitors have a 95 percent chance of seeing skylights that occur 240 days a year. Colors stand out especially in winter. With temperatures as low as minus 30 degrees, heated seats and tea keep visitors cozy and warm.
Fly You can take a walk in the snowy terrain with a snowshoe guide from Aurora Village. Optional dog sled tours and dining experiences are also available.
When do you see the Northern Lights?
Despite the low temperatures, the north is home to a very special natural phenomenon that attracts many travelers to the country: the northern lights. These magic lights, which illuminate the sky at night, can be seen very easily, especially in Scandinavian countries.
The best time to travel to see the Northern Lights is not in the dead of winter. Your chances are better in February and March, when the sun is just right to create the colorful lights.
Source : Blick
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