Nuussuaq
Place in Greenland, Kingdom of Denmark
Nuussuaq, formerly Kraulshavn, is a settlement in Avannaata municipality in northwestern Greenland. It is the only mainland settlement in the Upernavik Archipelago, located near the western tip of the Nuussuaq Peninsula, on the northern coast of Sugar Loaf Bay, an indentation of Baffin Bay.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 186
- Coordinates
- 74.111, -57.060
- Timezone
- America/Godthab
Overview of Nuussuaq
Nuussuaq — a tiny locality in Greenland — is worth a place on your map. Around 186 people live here. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. What stands out most: nature, nightlife and culture. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Nuussuaq
Nature in Nuussuaq
(7)On the nature side, Nuussuaq offers Countryside, Forest, Geological Formations, Islands and Mountains. All of it is drawn from Nuussuaq's recorded activities. That is 7 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Nightlife in Nuussuaq
(6)For nightlife, expect Clubs, Disco, Events, Festival and Music. In all, 6 activities are recorded in this category. This reflects only what is documented for Nuussuaq.
Culture in Nuussuaq
(5)Under culture, Nuussuaq is tagged with Architectural Buildings, Bridges, Docks, Statues and Towers. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Nuussuaq.
Sports in Nuussuaq
(3)Nuussuaq records Hunting, Running and Slopes under sports. All of it is drawn from Nuussuaq's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Adventure in Nuussuaq
(2)Under adventure, Nuussuaq is tagged with Escape Room and Treasure Hunts. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Nuussuaq.
Shopping in Nuussuaq
(2)For shopping, expect Food and Shopping. Plan them together and you have a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Nuussuaq.
Family in Nuussuaq
(1)For family, expect Water Parks. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Nuussuaq.
Water Sports in Nuussuaq
(1)Water Sports in Nuussuaq covers Swimming. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Nuussuaq.
Best time to visit Nuussuaq
June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
Getting there & around
Nuussuaq is small, so plan to arrive via the nearest hub in Greenland and continue by car or bike. Time zone: America/Godthab.
Similar destinations
Places near Nuussuaq that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nuussuaq known for?
- Nuussuaq, in Greenland, is best known for nature, nightlife and culture. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 186 residents.
- What can you do in Nuussuaq?
- Recorded activities in Nuussuaq include Countryside, Forest, Geological Formations, Islands and Mountains. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Nuussuaq?
- June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
- Where is Nuussuaq located?
- Nuussuaq is located in Greenland. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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