About Narsaq
The city has a population of approximately 1,300. Like many settlements in Greenland, Narsaq has seen some residents move to Nuuk or Denmark in recent years. This is part of a long history of change, as the area has been inhabited for thousands of years, welcoming new people and stories across generations.
At the city’s edge, you’ll find the Dyrnæs church ruins, discovered in 1932, and the Landnám homestead, considered one of the oldest known Norse ruins in Greenland, dating back to around the year 1,000.
Narsaq is closely linked to the surrounding sheep farms, but you’ll also notice other agricultural activities, such as fields of potatoes and turnips.
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Hiking route from Qassiarsuk – Narsaq
SELFGUIDED TOUR (About 55 km)
The hiking trip from Qassiarsuk to Narsaq is a classic multi-day hike in South Greenland (3-5 days). You can sleep at sheep farms on part of the tour, but must bring a tent for the leg in the high mountains behind Narsaq.
The route can be walked in either direction, but here we describe it from Qassiarsuk to Narsaq. This way you begin with the easy section and the terrain gradually becomes more challenging as you approach Narsaq.
From the emergency shelter, it is possible to leave the route and hike down to the sheep farm Ipiutaq. You can spend the night here and, if you are unable to continue on foot, arrange for boat transfer to Narsaq or another destination.
This is a beautiful and varied hiking tour that nevertheless requires some orientation and hiking experience.
Alternative option: Yellow route
(Qassiarsuk – Tasiusaq – Nunataaq – Sillisit – Narsaq)
The route between Qassiarsuk and Sillisit can be extended so you pass by the two sheep farms, beautifully located at Sermilik Fjord, Tasiusaq and Nunataaq.
Calculate 1½-2 additional days. You can read more about this route under the Qassiarsuk area. From Sillisit to Narsaq you follow the description here.
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Igdlo Guesthouse
Guesthouse and hostel in Narsaq with sleeping bag accommodation, dining room and self-service kitchen available. The guesthouse has an option of double and single rooms with shared faciliteies. Breakfast included.
Hostel
Sleeping bag accommodation in 2, 4 and 6-bed rooms. Dining room and self-service kitchen
Guesthouse
Double and single room with bed linens, shared facilities and breakfast. Kitchenette. Restaurant at Hotel Narsaq
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Narsaq Hotel
A is a family-run hotel, located near the foot of the mountain Kvanefjeldet.
Hotel Narsaq offer a variety of accommodation options from single and double to twin rooms. All rooms have private bathrooms, TV, and breakfast included.
The hotel has its own restaurant, where good Greenlandic dishes can be enjoyed. There is also a small bar where you can enjoy a good local beer.