Itilleq - Discover Itilleq
Excursion
Free
Step inside local homes and experience authentic Greenlandic hospitality over Kaffemik.
Play or cheer in a spirited soccer match on the village’s dirt pitch with locals and crew.
Hear stories of Greenlandic life, wildlife and traditions from Jimmy Hymøller’s personal lecture.
Connect with villagers through warm, genuine encounters in a remote Arctic community.
Welcome to Itilleq
Visit the colourful village of Itilleq, just north of the Arctic Circle, for a rare cultural exchange.
You’ll join locals in their homes for Kaffemik, step onto the dirt soccer pitch for a friendly match, and hear Jimmy Hymøller’s personal take on Greenlandic life, traditions, and wildlife. With just 100 residents, this fishing and hunting community offers a genuine look into everyday life in one of the world’s most remote landscapes.
Practical information
Walking or Activity information: Involves limited physical activity. Approx. 200-300 yds of walking over gravel.
Wheelchair accessible: Yes
Language availability: English, Danish & Greenlandic
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