Free
Summer (Jun - Aug)
Wander Uummannaq Museum and discover fascinating artifacts such as replicas of the Qilakitsoq mummies.
Discover well-preserved peat houses
Enjoy the sound and performance of a local drum dance
Admire the beautiful stone church built in 1935, one of only three in Greenland
Hear local stories and visit the dog yard
A town with heart
Uummannaq rests beneath its iconic 3855-ft heart-shaped mountain, framed by soaring cliffs, glaciers, and drifting icebergs.
This remote Arctic town offers a rich blend of history and culture. Explore its museum housing Qilakitsoq mummy replicas, traditional crafts, kayaks, and relics of polar explorers. Wander through the unique granite church and well-preserved peat houses. Finish with a scenic hike to the traditional Santa Claus summer home nestled below the mountain’s towering peak.
Practical information
Included: Entrance to the museum, church, and turf huts
Remarks/requirements: Please dress according to the weather.
Walking or Activity information: Involves physical activity on uneven surfaces and/or steep terrain. Not suitable if you have limited mobility.
Wheelchair accessible: No
Language availability: Greenlandic, Danish and some English
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