Sight guide · Tromsø · Norway
Visiting Fjellheisen cable car
The cable car rises in about four minutes from Tromsdalen to Storsteinen, about 420 metres above sea level, for a panorama over the city, the bridge, the islands and the mountains.
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Quick answer
Fjellheisen cable car is a viewpoint in Tromsdalen, Tromsø. Allow 1–2 hours; it is mid-priced. Booking ahead is not usually needed.
Key facts
- Type
- Viewpoint
- Area
- Tromsdalen
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Book ahead
- Not usually needed
- Good for
- views, kids, couples and photo spot
- Best months
- June–July and September
About Fjellheisen cable car
The cable car rises in about four minutes from Tromsdalen to Storsteinen, about 420 metres above sea level, for a panorama over the city, the bridge, the islands and the mountains. On clear winter evenings the aurora can sometimes be seen from the top, and in summer it is a popular spot to watch the midnight sun.
Tip: Go up before sunset in winter, or late in the evening between late May and late July, for the most dramatic light.
Plan your visit
- Time needed: 1–2 hours.
- Cost: Mid-priced.
- Book ahead: not usually needed; buy on arrival.
- Where: Tromsdalen, the mainland side across the bridge, with the Arctic Cathedral and cable car.
Best time to visit Fjellheisen cable car
Fjellheisen cable car is outdoors, so weather matters most. The driest, most comfortable months are:
- July: 15°C (59°F) highs, about 12 rainy days, busy crowds.
- June: 12°C (54°F) highs, about 11 rainy days, busy crowds.
- September: 10°C (50°F) highs, about 15 rainy days, moderate crowds.
When to visit Tromsø has the full month-by-month picture.
Fit it into your trip
Our 3-day Tromsø itinerary visits Fjellheisen cable car on day 1, together with Arctic Cathedral, Sherpa steps and Northern lights tours.
- No. 3 of the 16 sights in our Tromsø things-to-do list.
- Day 1 of the 1-day plan.
- Day 1 of the 2-day plan.
- Day 1 of the 5-day plan.
- A family favourite in Tromsø with kids.
Near Fjellheisen cable car
Also in Tromsdalen, so you can walk between them:
- Arctic Cathedral — 45 minutes, low cost
- Sherpa steps — 1–1.5 hours, free
If you like Fjellheisen cable car
- Northern lights tours — Tromsø region, 6–9 hours, evening into the night
- Whale-watching trips — Fjords north of Tromsø, 6–9 hours
- Midnight sun — Tromsø region, An evening
- Fjord and wildlife boat trips — Harbour, 3–5 hours
Staying near Fjellheisen cable car
Stay in Tromsdalen ($$) to walk here: the mainland side across the bridge, with the Arctic Cathedral and cable car. All areas to stay in Tromsø.
Questions travellers ask
+How long do you need at Fjellheisen cable car?
Plan 1–2 hours. With Arctic Cathedral nearby, it fits a half-day in Tromsdalen.
+Is Fjellheisen cable car free?
No, it is mid-priced. Tickets are usually available on the day.
+When is the best time to visit Fjellheisen cable car?
June–July and September for the most comfortable weather. Go up before sunset in winter, or late in the evening between late May and late July, for the most dramatic light.
+Do I need to book Fjellheisen cable car in advance?
Usually not: you can decide on the day.
+Is Fjellheisen cable car good for kids?
Yes, it is one of our family picks in Tromsø. Tromsø is an exciting Arctic adventure for children: husky rides, reindeer feeding, seals at Polaria, the cable car and snow everywhere.