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Kristian Birkeland Bust

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Kristian Birkeland Bust

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    December 3, 2024

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    Kristian Birkeland was a Norwegian physicist who studied the northern lights and built a northern lights observatory on Mount Haldde near Alta.
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    March 2, 2025

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    Great walk from the Arctic Cathedral to Alta Museum.

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    1. Kristian Birkeland Bust – Alta Church loop from Alta Airport

    10.1km

    02:42

    110m

    110m

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

    Moderate

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 50 m

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    Location: Alta, Ruija region, Norway

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