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Mountain · Narsaq, Kujalleq
Qaqqarsuaq
The mountain of about 685 meters behind Narsaq, with a trail to the top and views over the town, the iceberg-filled fjord and, in the distance, the ice cap.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Qaqqarsuaq
Qaqqarsuaq, “the big mountain” in Greenlandic, rises immediately behind Narsaq and reaches about 685 meters. Beside it is Tasiigaaq, lower; both are the town’s most popular hikes.
The path leaves from the outermost houses and gains height over rocky slopes and low vegetation, with no technical sections but a steady ascent. From the summit, the view includes Narsaq on the plain, the fjord with stranded icebergs and, inland, the white line of the ice cap.
Few Greenland towns have the ice cap on the horizon like Narsaq, and it is from the mountain top that it appears most complete.
At the summit, hikers often add a stone to the cairns that mark the peak.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
Four to five hours, round trip.
Best time
From June to September, on a clear day, to see the ice cap on the horizon.
How to get there
The trail starts in the upper part of Narsaq, within walking distance from the centre.
Tip
Bring water, layers of clothing and tell someone your route: weather changes quickly on the high ground.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Qaqqarsuaq
How high is Qaqqarsuaq?
About 685 meters. The trail starts from the town of Narsaq itself.
Can you see the ice cap from the top of Qaqqarsuaq?
Yes, on clear days, in addition to the town and the fjord with icebergs.
How long does the Qaqqarsuaq ascent take?
Four to five hours, round trip, with a steady ascent.