Barentsburg, Norway

Cruise Port

Barentsburg

Russian settlement in Svalbard, Norway.

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Overview

Barentsburg is a cruise port in Norway. It lies on the coast at approximately 78.067, 14.217.

About Barentsburg

Barentsburg is the second-largest settlement in Svalbard, Norway, with about 300 inhabitants (2025). A coal mining town, the settlement is now almost entirely made up of Russian nationals.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Barentsburg — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Barentsburg

Barentsburg view
Barentsburg view
Consulate of Russia in Barentsburg
Consulate of Russia in Barentsburg
Barentsburg coalmining
Barentsburg coalmining
Barentsburg Kindergarten, Spitsbergen
Barentsburg Kindergarten, Spitsbergen

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 9°C in Jul and coolest around -8°C in Mar (average daytime highs).

Jan
-6°
-12°
Feb
-7°
-12°
Mar
-8°
-14°
Apr
-5°
-10°
May
-2°
-5°
Jun
5°
2°
Jul
9°
6°
Aug
8°
5°
Sep
4°
1°
Oct
-2°
-6°
Nov
-4°
-10°
Dec
-6°
-11°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Barentsburg the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Barentsburg, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →