
Skansbukta, Svalbard
Gorgeous cliffs and the chance to spot seabirds
Information about Skansbukta
Remains of a gypsum mine below spectacular and beautiful cliffs. In addition to the
cultural remains, including parts of a railway and a barge, it has an interesting flora due to the ‘mild’ location, deep inside Isfjorden.
Nearby cliffs, which go right down to the sea, are eroded into impressive shapes, and can be a great place to explore offshore in a Zodiac, the chance to see various seabirds that breed on the cliffs, with kittiwakes and four auk species including Puffins. It is a popular site for a combined landing and Zodiac cruise, and a ‘sail’ past on boats out from Longyearbyen that are visiting Pyramiden.
Pictures of Skansbukta

