# Welcome to the Arctic > In Narvik, spectacular mountains, Arctic surroundings and a strong alpine culture come together, shaping athletes, volunteers and local communities alike. Now we invite the world to experience a unique urban Arctic adventure. Narvik is a compact Arctic city where mountains, fjords, and urban life come together within minutes. The finish area is within walking distance of hotels, restaurants, public transport, and attractions. Whether you come for the competitions, the Arctic scenery, or the unique atmosphere surrounding the Alpine World Ski Championships, you’ll find most things close at hand. Take the cable car up for spectacular views, explore the city’s wartime history, experience the Northern Lights, or enjoy local flavours overlooking the Ofotfjord. Narvik is easy to get around, yet offers unforgettable experiences. 900 m ## PLAN YOUR VISIT - [Travel](https://www.n29.no/en/experience-narvik/travel-to-narvik.md) · Routes to Harstad/Narvik Airport, Evenes, the Ofoten Line, and the road north. - [Accommodation](https://www.n29.no/en/experience-narvik/accommodation.md) · Hotels in the heart of the city and beyond, ski-in/ski-out accommodation, guesthouses and private rentals—the choice is yours. - [Practical information](https://www.n29.no/en/experience-narvik/practical-information.md) · Everything you need to make the most of your stay in Narvik. - [ALPINE HISTORY](https://www.n29.no/en/experience-narvik/alpine-history.md) · Read more ## Experience the Arctic - [Restaurants and nightlife](https://www.n29.no/en/experience-narvik/restaurants-and-nightlife.md) · Learn more · Enjoy everything from local specialties and Arctic flavors to urban gathering places overlooking the fjords and mountains. - [Culture and history](https://www.n29.no/en/experience-narvik/culture-and-history.md) · Learn more · Discover the people, events, and traditions that have made Narvik a unique part of Northern Norway. - [Where Mountains Meet Fjords](https://www.n29.no/en/experience-narvik/where-mountains-meet-fjords.md) · Learn more · Few places in the world bring together alpine mountains, Arctic landscapes, and the sea as closely as Narvik. Here, skiing meets the fjord, and the experiences extend far beyond the slopes. ## [Audi FIS Alpine Ski World Cup Finals Narvik 2028](https://www.n29.no/en/events/audi-fis-ski-world-cup-finals-narvik-2028.md) The season finale - Coming - April/March 2028 ## [FIS Alpine World Ski Championships Narvik 2029](https://www.n29.no/en/events/world-championships-2029.md) The main event - 13–25 February 2029 - Coming - Main event - [Where mountains meet fjords](https://www.n29.no/en/experience-narvik/where-mountains-meet-fjords.md) · Learn more · Few places in the world combine alpine mountains, Arctic wilderness, and the sea as closely as Narvik. Here, skiing meets the fjord, and the experiences extend far beyond the slopes. ## Latest from Narvik - 21 October 2026 · [Historical moment at the Norwegian Parliament](https://www.n29.no/en/news/historical-moment-at-the-norwegian-parliament.md) · Government ministers, members of parliament, business leaders, research communities and the Norwegian alpine skiing family will gather at the Norwegian Parliament on October 21, 2026. - 19 October 2026 · [Narvik VM 2029 AS withdraws from hosting the World Cup events in March 2027](https://www.n29.no/en/news/narvik-vm-2029-as-withdraws-from-hosting-the-world-cup-events-in-march-2027.md) · The Board of Narvik VM 2029 AS has decided that the LOC will withdraw from hosting the Women’s Alpine Ski World Cup speed events that were scheduled to take place in Narvik in March 2027. - 16 October 2026 · [Morning Coffee with the Business Community](https://www.n29.no/en/news/morning-coffee-with-the-business-community.md) · The next chapter on the road to the 2029 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships in Narvik begins now. We invite the business community to join us in creating the biggest event ever held in the Arctic. --- Source: https://www.n29.no/en/experience-narvik