In a nutshell

As you wander through Qaqortoq, you'll see the best of the largest town in southern Greenland. On a route brightened by colorful houses, your guide will take you to the old town, via the whale fountain and the Church of Our Saviour. Then, step into the Qaqortoq Museum: you've got some free time to independently discover what the oldest building in the city is hiding within its walls.

Main stops

Walking tour of Qaqortoq: fish market; the old town; Mindebrønden memorial fountain; Stone and Man exhibition; Church of Our Saviour; craft shops
Free time in the Qaqortoq Museum

The programme

A stroll through Qaqortoq is the best way to discover its most beautiful sights. Join your guide and get ready to fall in love with southern Greenland, on a route designed to respect the environment and local culture.
At the port, you'll spot the fish market immediately. You'll have time to browse the stalls later: now it's time to head up through the colorful houses of the old town. You'd never think it, but Qaqortoq means “white”.
As you explore the landscape, you will pass Mindebrønden, the oldest fountain in Greenland, and the Qaqortoq Museum, an old house in traditional Greenlandic style. Discover it in total freedom and explore the blue and red rooms, where explorers and aviators once stayed.
Then, the stroll continues between sculptures of faces, whales and narwhals, or “sea unicorns”. You're looking at the Stone and Man exhibition, a unique project by a local artist.
At the Church of Our Saviour,discover a Nordic tradition: a boat hangs from the ceiling of the nave, said to protect sailors.
Finally, you will arrive among the local craft shops, which specialize in tupilaks or shaman figurines, as well as the warmest clothes you will ever try on.
Then, you can decide how to finish up: take another wander around the town or return to the ship.

Good to know

Wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for the experience.