Getting There -- From the Lofoten Islands, catch the car-ferry to Skutvik, operating three times a day. Follow Route 81 northeast to the junction with E6, and then take E6 north to Bognes. Cross the Tysfjord by ferry and continue north on E6 to Narvik.

The train from Stockholm to Narvik takes 21 to 24 hours. From Stockholm to Narvik, the train costs 875NOK ($135/£72) one-way. There are also two buses a day from Fauske/Bodø (5 hr.). Check the NSB website or the Nor-way Bussekspress website for information.

Visitor Information -- The Narvik Tourist Office is at Kongensgate 26 (tel. 76-96-56-00). It's open Monday to Friday from 9am to 4pm; June to August, it's also open on Saturday from 9am to 2pm.