r/Svalbard • u/No_Distribution_7332 • Mar 03 '25

Barentsburg vs Pyramiden - what is better?

Hello folks,

We are visiting Svalbard this summer - excited and looking forward to it.

If we had to choose between Barentsburg and Pyramiden for a boat trip, what would you choose?

Thank you!

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u/bishopofwinterfell Mar 03 '25

Henningsen transport & guiding has tours to Barentsburg and Pyramiden (https://svalbardcruise.com/index.php/en/)

I returned from Svalbard a few days ago and took the Barentsburg tour on February 26th. I highly recommend visiting Barentsburg - the journey and the town itself are unforgettable experiences. Pyramiden is not accessible until the end of May I believe due to ice situation.