HARSTAD - This OBSCURE port has some surprising SECRETS!
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It's the northernmost medieval stone church in Norway and actually it's the world's most northern surviving medieval building. It opened in 1435 and it can seat around 300 people.
Despite the fact that at first appearances, we thought it was quite an industrial area and a bit bleak looking, we've had a really nice day.
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HARSTAD in Norway on Ambassador Ambience! Join us in this episode of Travelling Light as we explore Harstad, Norway — one of the lesser-known cruise ports in Northern Norway! This was our final stop on a 14-night Ambassador Ambience Norway Cruise, and while Harstad isn’t a regular on cruise itineraries, we discovered it’s full of quiet charm, history, and authentic Norwegian life. With most cruise excursions sold out, we set off on our own DIY walking tour — from the Harstad cruise pier to Trondenes Historical Centre and Trondenes Church, the world’s northernmost surviving medieval stone building. Along the way, we found quirky coastal seating, beautiful boardwalks, thought-provoking WWII history, and even a few surprises (including a fantastic bakery and a free art gallery!). What’s in this video: 0:00 Welcome to Harstad, Norway 1:10 Disembarking Ambassador Ambience 2:15 DIY Harstad walking route & local sights 5:00 Trondenes Historical Centre & Church 8:20 WWII history and reflection 10:45 Gallery North Norway & local life 12:30 Harstad bakery stop & shopping centre 14:00 Final thoughts – was Harstad worth it? Tips for cruise visitors to Harstad: – Bring waterproofs – it’s often rainy! – Expect Norwegian café prices (£5 coffee & cake). – Limited free Wi-Fi in town. – DIY walks are easy to follow with good signposting. – Don’t miss Trondenes Church – it’s a hidden gem. If you’re sailing to Harstad with Ambassador Cruise Line or another Norway itinerary, this video will help you decide what to do in port. Watch next: 👉 [North Cape (Honningsvåg) Cruise Excursion Vlog] 👉 [Tromsø DIY Walking Tour ] 👉 [Haugesund Walk to Djupadalen Lake] #Harstad #NorwayCruise #AmbassadorAmbience #CruiseVlog #TravellingLight #CruiseTips #NorwayTravel #CruisePorts #NorthernNorway #DIYExcursion #CruiseCouple #TrondenesChurch #HarstadNorway #AmbassadorCruiseLine #TravelVlogFollow us on Socials: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/travellinglightlisa/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550871332897 Website | travellinglighter.co.uk