Svalbard and Jan Mayen Islands Google Map | Satellite Image

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The Google map of Svalbard and Jan Mayen Islands helps you explore the country’s geography, major cities, road networks, and surrounding regions with ease. You can zoom in to view specific locations, switch to satellite mode for a detailed aerial view, and navigate across different parts of the country.

Google Map of Svalbard and Jan Mayen Islands

About Map: This interactive map provides a clear view of important places such as capitals, highways, rivers, and neighboring countries. It is useful for travelers, students, and anyone looking to understand the layout and location of Svalbard and Jan Mayen Islands in a simple and visual way.

You can also use the map for directions, distance checking, and exploring nearby landmarks. Whether you are planning a trip or just learning about the country, this map offers a quick and convenient way to get a better understanding of Svalbard and Jan Mayen Islands.

About Svalbard and Jan Mayen Islands

Svalbard and Jan Mayen are remote Arctic territories of Norway, located in the Arctic Ocean north of mainland Europe, with Svalbard lying between mainland Norway and the North Pole and Jan Mayen situated farther southwest in the North Atlantic Ocean. They are known for their polar landscapes, glaciers, and wildlife such as polar bears. Longyearbyen is the largest settlement in Svalbard, while Jan Mayen has no permanent civilian population.

Main Areas of Svalbard and Jan Mayen

AreaPopulationArea (sq mi / sq km)
Longyearbyen (Svalbard)2,400950 sq mi / 2,460 sq km
Barentsburg (Svalbard)450400 sq mi / 1,036 sq km
Ny-Ålesund (Svalbard)50150 sq mi / 389 sq km
Pyramiden (Svalbard)0 (abandoned)200 sq mi / 518 sq km
Jan Mayen18 (station staff)146 sq mi / 377 sq km

Settlements and Areas

Longyearbyen, Barentsburg, Ny-Ålesund, Pyramiden, Hornsund, Sveagruva, Isfjord Area, Adventdalen, Jan Mayen Station, Olonkinbyen

Svalbard and Jan Mayen Locations

Spitsbergen Island, Nordenskiöld Land, Isfjorden, Svalbard Global Seed Vault, Longyearbyen Church, Barentsburg Mining Area, Ny-Ålesund Research Station, Pyramiden Ghost Town, Beerenberg Volcano (Jan Mayen), Jan Mayen Glacier, Arctic Ocean Coast, Adventfjorden, Svalbard Museum, Hornsund Fjord, Arctic Tundra

Svalbard and Jan Mayen Islands Map Satellite Image

Svalbard and Jan Mayen Facts

CountrySvalbard and Jan Mayen
Official NameSvalbard and Jan Mayen
ContinentEurope (Arctic region)
LocationArctic Ocean
Administered ByNorway
CapitalLongyearbyen (Svalbard)
Largest SettlementLongyearbyen
Area24,209 sq mi (62,700 sq km)
Population~2,500
Official LanguageNorwegian
CurrencyNorwegian Krone
GovernmentNorwegian territory
Time ZoneUTC+1
Calling Code+47
Internet TLD.no
Famous ForArctic wilderness, polar bears, glaciers

Svalbard and Jan Mayen Natural Resources:

coal, marine resources, limited minerals

Svalbard and Jan Mayen Directions

  • Longyearbyen to Barentsburg – 55 km (34 miles)
  • Longyearbyen to Ny-Ålesund – 100 km (62 miles)
  • Longyearbyen to Pyramiden – 95 km (59 miles)
  • Longyearbyen to Sveagruva – 60 km (37 miles)
  • Longyearbyen to Hornsund – 150 km (93 miles)
  • Longyearbyen to Airport – 5 km (3 miles)
  • Longyearbyen to Seed Vault – 3 km (2 miles)
  • Longyearbyen to Church – 2 km (1 miles)
  • Longyearbyen to Museum – 2 km (1 miles)
  • Barentsburg to Mining Area – 2 km (1 miles)
  • Ny-Ålesund to Research Station – 1 km (0.6 miles)
  • Pyramiden to Ghost Town Center – 1 km (0.6 miles)
  • Longyearbyen to Isfjorden – 2 km (1 miles)
  • Longyearbyen to Adventdalen – 5 km (3 miles)
  • Jan Mayen Station to Beerenberg Volcano – 20 km (12 miles)
  • Jan Mayen Station to Coast – 2 km (1 miles)
  • Jan Mayen Station to Glacier – 5 km (3 miles)
  • Olonkinbyen to Station Facilities – 1 km (0.6 miles)
  • Longyearbyen to Arctic Coast – 10 km (6 miles)
  • Hornsund to Fjord – 2 km (1 miles)
  • Spitsbergen to Nordenskiöld Land – 50 km (31 miles)
  • Longyearbyen to Adventfjorden – 2 km (1 miles)
  • Barentsburg to Coastal Area – 2 km (1 miles)
  • Ny-Ålesund to Arctic Tundra – 2 km (1 miles)
  • Longyearbyen to Surrounding Mountains – 5 km (3 miles)

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