Step on board the Arctic Train and travel up the mountains in search of the Northern Lights! When the sky lights up with the beautiful colours of Aurora Borealis, your trip will definitely go down in the books as one to remember.
The Northern Lights Train leaves Narvik Station during the winter evenings and takes you on a magical journey. Away from the sharp city lights, high up in the beautiful snow-capped mountains you have a much greater chance of catching the Green Lady’s dance show. Read more and book tickets to Northern Lights Train here.
Our destination is Katterat, located 373 meters above sea level. It’s completely off the road network, making it one of the darkest places in the region to search for the Aurora.
At Katterat station, we’ll step off the train into the stillness of the wilderness, gathering around a cozy campfire under the open sky. A spacious lavvu nearby provides additional warmth and shelter, creating the ideal atmosphere for enjoying the moment. Your host will serve hot drinks and a snack to enjoy as we wait for the northern lights to appear, making the moment even more comfortable and magical.
During the stop, you’ll also hear stories about the area, the railway, and life in the Arctic – adding depth and insight to this unique experience. Whether the Aurora dances across the sky or the arctic silence surrounds us, the setting at Katterat is unforgettable.
Join an epic light chase on the historical Ofoten Line. Built in the late 1800s this railway used to be an export route for iron ore reserves from Northern Sweden. It became important to control during WW2 and a lot of the warfare took place in close proximity to Narvik.
Ready for a lights chase out of the ordinary? Bring warm clothes, a camera and the sense of adventure!
