Russell Glacier

#248 among destinations in Greenland

Nature, Natural attraction, Natural feature

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Russell Glacier is a glacier in the Qeqqata municipality in central-western Greenland. It flows from the Greenland ice sheet in the western direction. The front of the glacier is located 25 km east of Kangerlussuaq. It is active, advancing 25 m every year, and, due to easy access from Kangerlussuaq, it remains a popular place for tourists to visit. ()

Coordinates: 67°5'45"N, 50°13'0"W

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QeqqataGreenland

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Russell Glacier – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Aajuitsup Tasia.

4.8 miW
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Aajuitsup Tasia
122 min walk • Aajuitsup Tasia is a large lake in central-western Greenland, in the Qeqqata municipality. It is located approximately 12 km northeast of Kangerlussuaq.