Sisimiut is the feeling of freedom. Many say it’s a town where you can quickly find peace because you can just grab a snowmobile or a pair of cross-country skis and head for the mountains – or take a boat in the summer and sail out to the small islands to fish, catch reindeer or just enjoy the silence.
Sisimiut is also the city where you can really experience the strong Greenlandic traditions as the city evolves. You can go from a modern concert at Taseralik Kulturhus to watching older men sewing leather suits or preparing a catch. It’s a city where past and present live side by side in a way that feels natural.
And then there are the people. Sisimiut is known for being a hospitable and lively town – here you party, here you laugh and here you quickly become part of the community.
Many say that Sisimiut is one of the best towns in Greenland to live in because it has a bit of everything: city life, nature, culture and strong relationships.
Photo; Sisimiut Museum, Aningaaq Rosing Carlsen, Visit Greenland.
Sisimiut Museum – a journey through Greenland’s past.
Sisimiut Museum is located in the most complete and well-preserved urban core of old colonial buildings in Greenland and has exhibitions about Sisimiut’s first inhabitants, the Saqqaq people. The place is a gateway to delve into how the first people in Greenland lived in the Arctic environment.
Photo; Kayaking at Sisimiut, Aningaaq Rosing Carlsen, Visit Greenland.
Kayaking.
Sisimiut is known for its fantastic kayaking opportunities. With calm fjords and beautiful mountains, it’s an ideal place to experience nature from the water. Local organizers offer guided kayak tours where you can explore the Arctic coastline and maybe even spot seals or whales.
Photo; Skiing in Sisimiut, Aningaaq Rosing Carlsen, Visit Greenland.
Skiing and winter sports.
Sisimiut is Greenland’s center for winter sports and has the northernmost alpine ski resort in North America. The city hosts the Arctic Circle Race, one of the world’s most demanding cross-country ski races, and skiers and snowboarders can enjoy the slopes and the long winter season that runs from November to May.
Photo; Arrival at the port of Sisimiut, Aningaaq Rosing Carlsen, Visit Greenland.
Sisimiut Harbor and local fishing life.
Sisimiut harbor is the lifeblood of the city and a great place to experience Sisimiut’s local culture. Here you can watch fishing boats bring in the day’s catch and maybe even taste freshly caught fish at one of the city’s restaurants. You can also go on fishing trips and try your hand at catching cod or redfish.
Dog sledding – a delight for heart and soul.
We don’t have tall roller coasters, but we do have something even better: dog sledding. The town is one of the few places in Greenland where dog sledding is still a common form of transportation, and in winter you can take guided tours through the snowy landscapes. Read more about the Greenlandic sled dogs.
Photo; Sled dog sledding in the hinterland of Sisimiut, Aningaaq Rosing Carlsen, Visit Greenland.
Arctic Circle Trail – 160 km hike.
The Arctic Circle Trail is a spectacular experience and attracts adventurers from all over the world. The route stretches over 160 km from Kangerlussuaq to Sisimiut and offers unique Arctic landscapes, wild reindeer and countless lakes. Along the way there are small cabins that can be used free of charge.
Photo; Arctic Circle Trail, Ben Haggar, Visit Greenland.
Tele Island.
“Tele Island” is a popular excursion destination in Sisimiut. Here you can experience ancient Inuit ruins and enjoy stunning views of the city and fjord. The island is an ideal place for a quiet hike or a picnic overlooking the magnificent landscape.
Photo; Teleøen, Aningaaq Rosing Carlsen, Visit Greenland.
