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Qaqortoq, Greenland

As the largest town in South Greenland, Qaqortoq offers something for everyone - history, culture, outdoor adventures and relaxing hot springs. The area has been inhabited since prehistoric times; you can tour the Qaqortoq Museum for a glimpse into its rich history. Stroll among its colourful buildings tucked into the hills to see 40 sculptures that are part of a permanent art exhibit and visit nearby Norse ruins. Or head into the surrounding countryside for numerous hikes boasting spectacular vistas.

Featured Qaqortoq CRUISE ITINERARIES

What you NEED TO KNOW

  • Port Name & Location
    Port of Qaqortoq. Ship will ANCHOR OFF SHORE at this port.
  • Time Zone
    West Greenland Summer Time Zone UTC/GMT-2
  • Language
    The official language is Greenlandic, which has four dialects (South Greenlandic, East Greenlandic, West Greenlandic and Thule). "Aluu" means hello and have a nice day. To tell someone thank you, say "qujan."
  • Famous For
    In Qaqortog, the Danish Krone is the local currency for in-city shopping. Browse local shops for souvenirs, including hand carvings and artwork of polar bears, seals and other nature-inspired goods showing residents' strong ties to the environment.
    • Famous For
      Qaqortoq is known for the nearby Norse ruins, glaciers and spectacular fjords.
    • Fun Fact #1
      Visit the Viking ruins at the Kujataa World Heritage Site for a glimpse into Norse culture and the chance to tour a former settlement established by famed Erik the Red, who gave the country its name.
    • Fun Fact #2
      There are numerous ways to experience the natural beauty surrounding Qaqortoq. Enjoy a boat tour of glaciers and icebergs, kayak along a fjord, or hike into the hills for fantastic vistas.
    • Fun Fact: Foodies
      Cod is abundant in the Arctic's frigid waters. Enjoy some delicious fresh cod, most commonly smoked or filleted, at a local restaurant.

Qaqortoq TOP EXCURSIONS

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Scenic Greenland Town

Taste Of Greenland

Heighten your appetite with a walk through Qaqortoq to sample Greenlandic and Inuit cuisine at a local restaurant. ...

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Agriculture

Upernaviarsuk Agricultural Station Station

Visit Greenland’s only agricultural research farm and discover how crops and other plants manage to thrive in South Gree...

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Vikings Settlement

Hvalsey Church Ruin

Cruise along a pristine fjord to the stone ruins of a 14th-century Norse church, one of the first built on the North Ame...

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Greenland

Great Greenland Tannery

Take a behind-the-scenes look at a tannery that transforms sealskins into furs, an industry with strong traditional ties...

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