East Greenland Map
East Greenland is one of the most isolated and pristine regions in the world, where dramatic mountain landscapes, calving glaciers, and traditional Inuit villages create a unique atmosphere.
The nature here is grand and rugged, and the area is renowned for its strong Inuit culture, where ancient traditions are still alive. In summer, you can sail among icebergs, hike through mountain landscapes, or encounter musk oxen, while winter offers dog sledding and northern lights.
East Greenland is perfect for those seeking the ultimate Arctic wilderness adventure.
The nature here is grand and rugged, and the area is renowned for its strong Inuit culture, where ancient traditions are still alive. In summer, you can sail among icebergs, hike through mountain landscapes, or encounter musk oxen, while winter offers dog sledding and northern lights.
East Greenland is perfect for those seeking the ultimate Arctic wilderness adventure.
Towns and Settlements in East Greenland
Tasiilaq
Now we are in East Greenland, and here it is spiritually beautiful. The beauty of nature touches your heart in an indescribable way.
The town’s location—almost at the end of a fjord and right across from jagged mountains—means you never tire of looking out the window. Nearly every house has a view of these mountains on the other side of the fjord.
The layout of the town and the colorful houses also make it hard not to feel a pang in your heart at the sheer beauty. It is probably Greenland’s most hilly town, which means countless viewpoints over the city. Tasiilaq is the main town in East Greenland and is part of the capital’s large municipality, Sermersooq. Unlike other towns, Tasiilaq’s population is growing, as many people from the surrounding settlements and from further north move to the “big city” for reasons of uncertainty, schooling, and work.
There are about 2,100 inhabitants, and Tasiilami Alivarpi (the public school) is one of the largest in Greenland. There are about 400 students, and young people under 18 make up about 25% of the population. On average, people in East Greenland have more children than in West Greenland.
Although the town lies south of the Arctic Circle, there are also sled dogs here. This is due to the isolation from West Greenland. Here, you can go dog sledding in winter, and in summer there are plenty of opportunities for boat trips to the beautiful fjords and surrounding settlements.
Population: 1,904
Former Danish name: Angmagssalik
Dog sledding: Yes (winter)
Midnight sun in summer: No, but daylight around the clock in summer
Northern lights: Yes, possible to see when it’s dark
For excursions: Please contact Greenland by Topas at +45 8689 3622
The town’s location—almost at the end of a fjord and right across from jagged mountains—means you never tire of looking out the window. Nearly every house has a view of these mountains on the other side of the fjord.
The layout of the town and the colorful houses also make it hard not to feel a pang in your heart at the sheer beauty. It is probably Greenland’s most hilly town, which means countless viewpoints over the city. Tasiilaq is the main town in East Greenland and is part of the capital’s large municipality, Sermersooq. Unlike other towns, Tasiilaq’s population is growing, as many people from the surrounding settlements and from further north move to the “big city” for reasons of uncertainty, schooling, and work.
There are about 2,100 inhabitants, and Tasiilami Alivarpi (the public school) is one of the largest in Greenland. There are about 400 students, and young people under 18 make up about 25% of the population. On average, people in East Greenland have more children than in West Greenland.
Although the town lies south of the Arctic Circle, there are also sled dogs here. This is due to the isolation from West Greenland. Here, you can go dog sledding in winter, and in summer there are plenty of opportunities for boat trips to the beautiful fjords and surrounding settlements.
Population: 1,904
Former Danish name: Angmagssalik
Dog sledding: Yes (winter)
Midnight sun in summer: No, but daylight around the clock in summer
Northern lights: Yes, possible to see when it’s dark
For excursions: Please contact Greenland by Topas at +45 8689 3622
Tasiilaq.
Tasiilaq is located almost at the end of a fjord, opposite high mountains. Just like the locals, you’ll never tire of looking out the window. Almost all houses overlook these mountains on the other side of the fjord.
Ittoqqortoormiit
Experience one of the most remote and hard-to-reach towns in Greenland. But once you arrive, you are rewarded with raw nature and stunning, endless views.
In recent years, the town’s population has shrunk significantly, as is the case in other coastal towns. There is great uncertainty about the town’s future, and unfortunately, development has stalled.
Within a few years, the population has dropped from over 1,000 to under 400. This is a significant decline for a town as remote as Ittoqqortoormiit.
Supply ships arrive twice a year. The first ship comes in July and the last in September. The rest of the year, supplies arrive by plane, which greatly increases the cost of ordinary goods.Despite the bleak numbers and difficulties, you are never far from untouched and endlessly beautiful nature. Ittoqqortoormiit is also the town where polar bears are seen most often, and at times they can be a nuisance.
Former Danish name: Scoresbysund
Dog sledding: Yes (winter)
Midnight sun in summer: Yes
Northern lights: Yes, possible to see when it’s dark
For excursions: Please contact Topas at +45 8689 3622
In recent years, the town’s population has shrunk significantly, as is the case in other coastal towns. There is great uncertainty about the town’s future, and unfortunately, development has stalled.
Within a few years, the population has dropped from over 1,000 to under 400. This is a significant decline for a town as remote as Ittoqqortoormiit.
Supply ships arrive twice a year. The first ship comes in July and the last in September. The rest of the year, supplies arrive by plane, which greatly increases the cost of ordinary goods.Despite the bleak numbers and difficulties, you are never far from untouched and endlessly beautiful nature. Ittoqqortoormiit is also the town where polar bears are seen most often, and at times they can be a nuisance.
Former Danish name: Scoresbysund
Dog sledding: Yes (winter)
Midnight sun in summer: Yes
Northern lights: Yes, possible to see when it’s dark
For excursions: Please contact Topas at +45 8689 3622
Ittoqqortoormiit.
Experience one of the most remote and hard-to-reach cities in Greenland. Once you arrive, you’ll be rewarded with raw nature and beautiful, infinite views.