Kvaløya

Kvaløya is an island in the municipality of Troms, in the county of Troms og Finnmark, Norway. It is the fifth-largest island in mainland Norway, covering 737 square kilometers (285 square miles). The Sandnessund Bridge connects it to the neighboring island of Tromsya on the east, the sub-sea Kvalsund Tunnel to the island of Ringvassya on the north, the Sommary Bridge to the small island of Sommarya on the west, and the Rya Tunnel to the mainland on the south. On the southwest coast, the island of Sommary is a popular vacation location with beautiful coastal scenery.

Approximately 13,000 people live on Kvaløya, the majority of them dwell on the eastern side in Kvalysletta (a suburb of Troms) near the Sandnessund Bridge. Because it is the country's oldest town, you can spend a lot of time touring the Struve Geodetic Arc and chocolate box houses. Make a point of climbing Mount Salen for a breathtaking panoramic view of the town. Also, visit Mikkelgammn Sami Camp to learn about the indigenous Sami tribe and their traditional history.

Location: Troms og Finnmark, Norway