Qoornoq is an uninhabited fishing village in Greenland that was first settled around 2200 BC by ancient pre-Inuit people.

The island is called Bear Island because it looks like a bear from above. The village contains archaeological ruins of both Inuit and Norse buildings, with the last permanent resident leaving in 1972. Descendants of former residents still visit in the summer by boat. Qoornoq also had a railway for transporting fish in the 1950s, but it closed shortly before the village was abandoned. Today, it remains a fascinating glimpse into Greenland's past, attracting visitors interested in its rich history and stunning natural beauty.

This old settlement is now used as a summer getaway for local citizens of the Greenlandic capital, Nuuk.

By taking a bout tour to the abandoned settlement you can hike around the area, and you can see the old Norse settlement areas. I would highly recommend booking a stay-over at a hut in Qoornoq to experience the remoteness and quietness away from the buzzing capital.

You can book your stay in a cabin here.