Although Scandinavia is a perfect destination to visit all year round, the winter in this part of the world is simply fascinating and engaging. This popular tourist destination offers a number of things to do and see.
So pack your warm coat and winter woollies, as we are going to give you a glimpse of some truly exceptional activities that you can enjoy in Scandinavia during this winter.
Enjoy Dog Sledding in Greenland
The area close to north Arctic Circle and Eastern Greenland is a perfect place to visit during winter. It is also famous as best dog sledding site in the district, as you can’t enjoy these amazing moments anywhere else in the country. The best time to visit Greenland is winter. Specifically, tourists prefer the months of February, March, and April.
Tasiilaq is a small town in the east coast of Greenland, inhabited by not more than 1700 people. Even with this small population, this is the largest town in eastern Greenland. You can get your own dog sled drivers license and take an adventurous ride in the outskirts of Greenland.
Visit Iceland’s Blue Lagoon for a Relaxing Afternoon
No doubt, the Blue Lagoon is one of the top attractions in Scandinavia. Here, you can dive into a series of thermal pools. The temperature of these pools is quite pleasant. Taking bath in these warm waters in chilly atmosphere is a luxurious experience.
Observe the Northern Lights
Norway is the best place to witness the Northern Lights. This Scandinavian country attracts a large number of tourists in the winter, who come here just to observe this natural phenomenon. It occurs in the Polar Regions and the best place to observe this light show is Tromso, Norway.
Spend your Christmas at Tivoli, Copenhagen
The Christmas market at Tivoli Garden’s is a good reason to spend your Christmas holidays in Scandinavia. Located at the heart of Copenhagen, Tivoli is a magical place to visit during Christmas. Pixie Ville is the most interesting place to visit. It offers a cableway ride above the snowy landscape.
The IceHotel
The IceHotel is among the top rated destinations in Sweden. The IceHotel gives you an opportunity to spend a night in a room where everything is made up of ice. The temperature within this hotel is low but comfortable enough to spend a night.
Whale Watching in Iceland and Norway
This is the popular tourist attraction in Scandinavia. Tourists visit Iceland and Norway to watch the whale. For a true whale watching experience, you can choose a whale safari. The popular species of whales include sperm whales, humpback whales, Minke whales, blue whales, and orcas.
Cruise Across the Arctic Circle
The Scandinavian winter is amazing, as it offers a number of adventurous activities that you can’t enjoy in the summer. If you have to spend a lot of time on the Scandinavian land and want something extraordinary, go explore the Arctic Circle.
Embark a cruise ship and travel across the Arctic Circle; this may add some additional thrill to your trip to Scandinavia. During this trip, you can visit the Art Nouveau a small town of Alesund and meet indigenous Sami people.