 Longyearbyen : Profile
The Governor’s office (Syselmannen) deals with all formalities. Visiting yachts must obtain a cruising permit before arrival and make arrangements for special insurance to cover the possible cost of a search and rescue operation. Also compulsory is having a gun to protect the crew from possible attacks by polar bears, of which there have been several in recent years. Those who do not possess a gun can hire one locally. SAR insurance cover is also available locally but is probably much cheaper if it is arranged through one’s own insurance company or bank.
Longyerbyen is the administrative centre of Svalbard, with a permanent population of about 2,000 people. Facilities at the main settlement at Longyerbyen are showing a great improvement compared to previous years. There is now a pontoon for visiting yachts next to the new wharf (78°13.68’N, 15°36.58’E). A charge is made for the use of the pontoon. Anchoring is free and one can use the pontoon to leave the dinghy. Nearby is a small building with showers (5 NK), washing machine and dryer.
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