Cathedral of The Northern Lights

Cathedral · Alta

Cathedral of The Northern Lights

Cathedral · Alta

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Markedsgata 30, 9510 Alta, Norway

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Cathedral of The Northern Lights by null
Cathedral of The Northern Lights by null
Cathedral of The Northern Lights by null
Cathedral of The Northern Lights by null
Cathedral of The Northern Lights by null
Cathedral of The Northern Lights by null
Cathedral of The Northern Lights by null
Cathedral of The Northern Lights by null
Cathedral of The Northern Lights by null
Cathedral of The Northern Lights by null
Cathedral of The Northern Lights by null
Cathedral of The Northern Lights by null

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Modern cathedral, striking concrete & titanium design, northern lights inspiration  

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Markedsgata 30, 9510 Alta, Norway Get directions

kirken.no

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Markedsgata 30, 9510 Alta, Norway Get directions

+47 40 19 50 00
kirken.no
altaogtalvik

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gender neutral restroom
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wheelchair accessible parking lot
wheelchair accessible entrance
wheelchair accessible restroom

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Aug 12, 2025

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David Knighton

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This was one of my very 1st stops when I visited Alta, Norway. I was stuck by the photos I had seen online and wanted the opportunity to see it for myself, and it definitely didn't disappoint! The architecture was impressive, and sleek! I have seen some of the negative reviews for this cathedral, mainly due to the entry fee to go inside. But for me the exterior was my primary focus, so not paying to go inside was fine with me. If you visit Alta, I'm not sure how you can come and go without visiting this wonderful place. I enjoyed it so much I came back for nighttime photos!

Claude Freeman

Google
Northern Lights Cathedral is a very impressing monument built in concrete and steel. Its tower reflects even the northern lights during bright nights in winter time. The church usually opens at Lunchtime. During summer between 9 am and 3 pm, in winter time from 1 pm to 3 pm

Karl Vahejoe

Google
Very cool and different church. Definitely something to see if you have time. Also a great way to support locals. You have to buy a ticket to enter.

huulipunasissi

Google
Stunning from the outside. The architecture is incredible. There's a very small fee to enter and you have to pay extra to watch a 20 minute video about the northern lights if you want to see it. The inside of the church is also very impressive, but I somehow expected more colour, with it being the Cathedral of the northern lights. Still definitely worth a visit as it's a very unusual place to see.

Adam Kozlowski

Google
A stunning piece of architecture on the outside. Amazingly quiet and interesting inside, if a little too grey. Great coffee and snack selection, very kind service.

Chris Lewis

Google
Beautiful building with a wonderful story. Has a nice display in the basement about how the Northern Lights appear.

Leslie Jones

Google
A modern cathedral which should be visited. There is a nominal charge to go into the building which is worth it. Inside the building is constructed around a central concrete cylinder which rises above you, and externally it resembles the ever moving curtains of the northern lights, hence it's name. The main space inside is very modern and features Jacob's Ladder rising up into the entrance cylinder, and symbols of the 12 apostles facing the altar. You can also get a hot drink here, and visit toilets if the cold weather gets you outside.

nav Rainbow

Google
A modern church with impressive architectural design work and sophisticated acoustic engineering.