{"id":15652,"date":"2023-10-26T09:52:14","date_gmt":"2023-10-26T09:52:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/christmasmarkets.io\/?p=15652"},"modified":"2024-04-21T08:33:38","modified_gmt":"2024-04-21T08:33:38","slug":"tromso-christmas-market","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/christmasmarkets.io\/norway\/tromso-christmas-market\/","title":{"rendered":"Troms\u00f8 Christmas Market 2024: See the Northern Lights"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Above the Arctic Circle, Troms\u00f8 is famous for its Northern Lights and stunning natural scenery. The city also hosts The Tromso Christmas Market, attracting locals and tourists from Norway and abroad. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, you’ll find the 2024 dates, opening hours and what makes this destination unique.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Troms\u00f8’s Polar Night provides a unique backdrop for Christmas festivities, as the sun doesn’t rise for about two months. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If the conditions are right, you’ll have the chance to experience the Northern Lights, which are especially visible during this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Troms\u00f8 Christmas Market 2024<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Troms\u00f8 Christmas Market is a popular winter holiday choice in Norway for various experiences. It’s not just the market stalls that grab attention; the city’s natural backdrop also does. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

See the lights from the Fjellheisen cable car for the best vantage point. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can participate in unique activities nearby, such as dog or reindeer sledding and whale watching. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The surrounding snow-covered mountains add to the overall experience, making the market in Troms\u00f8 distinct from others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These events, activities and decorations make Tromso Norway’s best Christmas Town. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dates and Location<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Troms\u00f8 Christmas Market dates:<\/strong> 17th November to 22nd December 2024 (unconfirmed).
Location:<\/strong> Stortorget.
Opening times:<\/strong> 12pm to 6pm.
Christmas Day:<\/strong> Closed.
Admission:<\/strong> Free.
Christmas lights:<\/strong> No switch on date.
Santa:<\/strong> No.
Ice skating:<\/strong> Not at the Christmas markets, but at Prestvannet Lake.
Vegetarian:<\/strong> Yes, plenty of options.
Vegan:<\/strong> Yes, plenty of options.
Gluten free:<\/strong> Yes, but limited.
Accessible:<\/strong> Yes.
Pet-friendly:<\/strong> Yes, but not recommended during busy periods.
Parking:<\/strong> Please take public transport to help limit congestion.
Reason to visit:<\/strong> Arctic setting and the Northern Lights.
Recommended tour:<\/strong> Personalised city tour<\/a>.
Food specialities:<\/strong> Lutefisk (dried cod), ribbe (pork belly), locally brewed beer at Troms\u00f8 Mikrobryggeri.
Where to stay:<\/strong>
Thon Hotel Polar<\/a> is a central hotel, 8 minutes from Stortorget.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Convenient Places to Stay<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Staying in the city centre puts you within easy reach of the Christmas market in Stortorget. This location is convenient for sights, places to eat out and local tours. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As for where to stay, Thon Hotel Polar<\/a> is well-rated and reasonably priced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Location of the Market<\/h3>\n\n\n\n