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Russian Border Snowshoe Hike
Norway, Europe
$193.44
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Explore the intriguing history of the Norwegian-Russian border on this engaging snowshoe hike. Traverse the scenic 3 km loop through the Arctic wilderness, passing historical sites like the old guard tower and the iconic Boris Gleb church. Learn about Cold War tensions and observe modern border crossings while standing just meters from Russia. Perfect for those with moderate fitness levels, this tour welcomes both beginners and seasoned hikers alike, requiring no prior snowshoeing experience.
- Scenic 3.5-hour snowshoe hike from Kirkenes
- Visit historic border markers and learn about local history
- Suitable for all fitness levels; no prior experience necessary
- Includes warm drinks, snacks, and snowshoes with a knowledgeable guide
- Scenic 3.5-hour snowshoe hike from Kirkenes
- Visit historic border markers and learn about local history
- Suitable for all fitness levels; no prior experience necessary
- Includes warm drinks, snacks, and snowshoes with a knowledgeable guide
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Russian Border Snowshoe Hike
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
Check available dates by emailing us at [email protected]
- Snowshoes and necessary equipment
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Private transportation
Meeting point
Enter through the main doors, go down the stairs opposite the entrance, and follow the signs to kirkenes tours. Our office is at the end of the hallway — your guides will meet you there.
Return details
Enter through the main doors, go down the stairs opposite the entrance, and follow the signs to kirkenes tours. Our office is at the end of the hallway — your guides will meet you there.
Join us on a guided snowshoe hike through the snowy forests of Northern Norway — all the way to the edge of Russia.
We start by fitting you with snowshoes and warm gear (if needed), then head out on a 3 km loop trail through quiet Arctic wilderness. The hike includes a moderate uphill section (about 100 m).
Along the way, your guide will share stories of Cold War tensions, spy escapes, and today’s complex relationship between Norway and Russia. You’ll spot the modern border station at Storskog, and gaze across the frozen Pasvik river at the majestic Russian Boris Gleb church — a sacred site that influenced where the border was drawn.
The highlight: standing just meters from Russia at the twin border markers. This is as close as you can legally get — and a truly unique place where history, politics, and nature all meet.
We’ll also pause for hot drinks and snacks in the snow, with plenty of time to enjoy the views and take photos. No snowshoe experience is needed — this tour is suitable for anyone with average fitness who enjoys being outdoors.
Important: Travelers from the EU must bring an official ID card, and all international guests need to carry a valid passport.
We start by fitting you with snowshoes and warm gear (if needed), then head out on a 3 km loop trail through quiet Arctic wilderness. The hike includes a moderate uphill section (about 100 m).
Along the way, your guide will share stories of Cold War tensions, spy escapes, and today’s complex relationship between Norway and Russia. You’ll spot the modern border station at Storskog, and gaze across the frozen Pasvik river at the majestic Russian Boris Gleb church — a sacred site that influenced where the border was drawn.
The highlight: standing just meters from Russia at the twin border markers. This is as close as you can legally get — and a truly unique place where history, politics, and nature all meet.
We’ll also pause for hot drinks and snacks in the snow, with plenty of time to enjoy the views and take photos. No snowshoe experience is needed — this tour is suitable for anyone with average fitness who enjoys being outdoors.
Important: Travelers from the EU must bring an official ID card, and all international guests need to carry a valid passport.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Russian Border Snowshoe Hike
Norway, Europe
$193.44
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
—
You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
—
Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!