North Cape — The End of Europe★★
The North Cape (Nordkapp) on the island of Magerøya is located at 71°10'21" north latitude and is considered the northernmost point of the European mainland accessible by road (even though the nearby Knivskjellodden is technically 1.5 km further north). Since the 17th century, travelers have been making pilgrimages here — the feeling of standing at the "end of the world" is incomparable.
The North Cape Hall (Nordkapphallen) offers a panoramic restaurant, an exhibition on the history of the North Cape, a multimedia film, and a champagne bar. In summer, the midnight sun circles above the horizon for 24 hours (May 14 – July 29) — the magical moment when the sun touches the horizon at midnight and rises again is the reason most come.
The journey to the North Cape is an experience: The E69 leads through the North Cape Tunnel (6.9 km, up to 212 m below sea level) to the island of Magerøya and then over a barren, wind-swept plateau to the famous globe monument.
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Entry to the North Cape Hall costs a hefty 310 NOK (28 €). To save money: the hike to <strong>Knivskjellodden</strong> (9 km one way, 3–4 hours) leads to the actual northernmost point — free and much more authentic. Overnight stay in Honningsvåg (35 km south) or directly at the North Cape in a motorhome (parking fee).
